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Professional Truck Driver

Program Level: Certificates, Continuing Education
Department: Workforce Training Network
Institute: Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics
College: SPC

Secure the necessary skills and training to secure employment in the oil industry along with major-over-the road carriers by obtaining a Texas CDL in a matter of a few short weeks. 

Alamo Colleges Workforce Training Network and SAGE Corporation have partnered together in order to offer a quality 156-clock hour training program designed to exceed the standard certification for entry-level truck drivers. Students will learn Tractor-Trailer vehicle systems, the Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations, and logs and legal topics pertaining to safe operations. Additional topics include cargo handling, hazardous materials, and the vehicle pre-trip inspection and students will receive a defensive driving course. All qualified applicants must at least be 21 years of age, have the ability to comprehend the English language sufficient to meet Department of Transportation regulations and pass a DOT physical exam as well as meet the Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Qualification of Drivers.

Professional Truck Driver Program -CVOP 1013- $4,500.00

Overview of the State of Texas Class A Commercial Driver License written test. Includes preparation for mastery of the Commercial Driver License written examination, general truck driving skills with a hands-on component, and instruction coordinated with the Department of Transportation.

Additional fees for DOT Physical, drug screen, MVR, Exam fee, Books, CDL Permit/ License total $430.00.

Cost:

  • Tuition - $4,500
  • DOT Physical - $95
  • DOT Drug Screen - $75
  • Motor Vehicle Report - $15
  • CDL Permit - $25
  • CDL License - $60
  • SAGE-DPS Exam Fee-$100 
  • Books - $60
  * Financial Aid may be available to qualified individuals.  Eligibility is determined by the Student Financial Services Office. 
 
Pre-qualifications include the completion of a DOT physical exam, drug screen, and motor vehicle report.

  

CDL RefresherProgram -CVOP 1015- $3,035.00

Do you have previous CDL driving experience, still maintain your CDL license and are looking to re-enter the commercial trucking industry.
Then this course is for you!

The program covers a the pre-trip inspection, backing maneuvers, and one-to-one road instruction.
Additional fees for MVR and drug screen total $90.00.

All classes held at 204 Dunton St., San Antonio, Tx 78211

Registration and program pre-requisite information can be obtained by contacting Alfred Landeros at 210-486-2787 or Jeannette Cooper 210-486-2740.

  • Alfred Landeros 

    Phone: 210-486-2787
    Email: alanderos1@alamo.edu
    Campus: St. Philip’s College (SPC)
    Building: Applied Science Building (ASB) Room 200 D 

  • Jeannette Cooper 

    Phone: 210-486-2740
    Email: jcooper46@alamo.edu
    Campus: St. Philip’s College (SPC)
    Building: Applied Science Building (ASB) Room 200 F

  • Gloria Perez 

    Phone: 210-486-2078
    Email:     gperez184@alamo.edu
    Campus:     St. Philip’s College (SPC)
    Building:     Welcome Center (WEC) Room 100