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Commercial Driver's License Training Program CDL-B

LEESPORT, Pennsylvania | Berks Career & Technology Center - Leesport | ID: 167950

Overview

1057 COUNTY WELFARE RD LEESPORT, Pennsylvania 19533-9112
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Admissions Office:
610-743-7630
Classroom Training
Certificate of Completion of Class B Driver Training Program
Employment Skill Gain
Postsecondary Diploma
Occupational License
$3,750.00 - $3,750.00
Training(ETPL)

Description of Training Provider

Berks Career and Technology Center is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. We are also ISO 9001 Certified. We offer over 34 programs to prepare students for successful careers in the Construction, Engineering and Manufactu

Program Description

The Class B Commercial Driver Training Program is 136 hours. Full-time students attend 8 hours per day for the first 14 days, then scheduled for 4- hour sessions after attaining their permit. Part-time students attend  4 hours per night for 22 evenings and 8 hours for the first 3 Saturdays, then scheduled for 4- hour range/road sessions after attaining their permit.  The program includes instruction in the classroom, lab, highway, city, range driving time, and observation time on the road. The student will have a minimum of 114 Classroom and Independent study hours and 20 hours behind the wheel time (BTW) ), and the 2 hour 3-part final exam. The student can earn their Class B CDL license upon successful completion of the course and the PennDOT examination. Upon completion of the course the student should be able to: Demonstrate safety practices needed to obtain/maintain a Commercial Driver’s License. Demonstrate knowledge and skills used in driving Class B trucks.
Demonstrate safe driving techniques. Identify the importance of the trucking industry to the economy. Demonstrate basic knowledge and practical skills associated with driving a Class B truck.
 

Skills & Competencies

Orientation/Certification, Inspections, Control/Vehicle Systems, Basic Controls, Shifting, Backing, Coupling & Uncoupling, Sliding 5th Wheels/Tandem Axles, Preventive Maintenance/Servicing & Recognizing/Reporting Malfunctions , Communication, Space Management and Visual Search, Speed Management, Night Driving and Extreme Driving Conditions, Skid Control, Hazard Awareness and Railroad Crossings, Emergency Maneuvers and Accident Procedures, Special Rigs, Handling Cargo and Cargo Documentation           , Trip Planning, Hours of Service, Driving International Routes, Transportation Security, Public Relations and Job Search, Professional Driver Health, Safety and Security, Hazardous Materials, Transportation Technology, Whistleblower Protection, The Commercial Driver’s License, 5 – 4 hour one-on-one behind the wheel training sessions, 3 part road test

Additional Information

  • No Educational Requirements
  • 9 hours/16 weeks
  • 533032 - Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
  • 07/31/2024
  • Full Time, Part Time, Daytime, Evening

Service Costs

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Performance Measures

Of those individuals who completed this course/program,
100% earned a post-secondary credential.
69% were employed within six months after completing training.

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