Commercial Truck Driving Certificate (CT61)
The Commercial Truck Driving certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam.
Employment Opportunities
Program graduates are prepared for employment with local and over-the-road transportation companies.
Accreditation/Approval
The Commercial Truck Driving program is regulated by the Georgia Department of Driver Services, P.O. Box 80447, Conyers, Georgia 30013, Phone 866.754.3687. Graduates are eligible to take the Georgia Commercial Driver’s License examination.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Must submit Department of Transportation (DOT) physical;
- Must submit Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen;
- Must hold current valid driver’s license from state of residence;
- Must have a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). The MVR cannot have more than 8 points or 4 moving violations and no DUI in the last 3 years.
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Additional Information
- Persons 18 to 20 years of age may obtain a commercial driver’s license but will be restricted to drive only in their state of residence.
- A Class A CDL learner’s permit is required prior to enrolling in the program.
- This program is offered in Evans County at the Evans Technical Education Complex in Hagan, Georgia and in Screven County at the Commercial Truck Complex on Rocky Ford Road, Sylvania, GA
- The Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates commercial driver licensing and requires a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug test prior to the issuance of a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or learners permit, which is required prior to acceptance into the program.
- Random drug testing is required during the course of the Commercial Truck Driving program (FMCSA Regulations 382.305 and 391, subpart E).
- Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to sit for the CDL license.
Commercial Truck Driving Curriculum
The curriculum for the Commercial Truck Driving certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, Commercial Truck Driving certificate-seeking students must earn a minimum of 9 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 195 contact hours and generally takes 1 semester to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (9 Credits)
| CTDL 1010 | Fundamentals of Commercial Driving | 3 |
| CTDL 1021 | Combination Vehicle Basic Operation & Range Work | 3 |
| CTDL 1031 | Combination Vehicle Advanced Operations | 3 |
Program Costs
Tuition ($132 per credit hour): $1,188
Fees ($370 per semester): $370
Books/Supplies: $150
Fuel Surcharge: $185
DOT Physical: $85
DOT Drug Screen: $125
DDS Road Test: $100
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)