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Truck driver Training

Truck driving is the backbone of our economy, moving almost everything we use, from food to clothes, across the country. It’s an essential job requiring high skill and responsibility. To drive the largest trucks, like the semi-trucks you see on highways, or special buses and cargo vehicles, you need a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). This isn’t a regular driver’s license; it’s a special certification proving you have the advanced training and knowledge to operate these powerful vehicles safely and legally. You can earn this vital CDL right here at Jackson College.

CDL 100 – Class A CDL

CDL 100 is an in-person course that provides experiential, hands-on training in the safety and operation of Class A semi-tractors and trailers. Students will earn CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) certification at the completion of the course.

About the Program

Ready to hit the road and launch a rewarding career? Our comprehensive Truck Driver Training program prepares you for success in the in-demand trucking industry. You’ll gain essential skills and knowledge through a blend of classroom instruction and extensive behind-the-wheel practice, covering everything from federal regulations and vehicle maintenance to advanced driving maneuvers. Our goal is to equip you to confidently pass your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam and start a fulfilling career as a professional truck driver.

Career Outlook

A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) offers a very promising and secure career. There’s a constant, high demand for truck drivers across the U.S. due to the growing e-commerce market and many current drivers retiring. This means you’ll have excellent job security and great earning potential. With a CDL, you can expect good pay that increases with experience or specialized driving roles, and you’ll find diverse opportunities from local routes to construction or bus driving, ensuring a stable and essential career.

Transports goods cross-country, often spending days or weeks on the road.

Delivers goods within a city or region, typically allowing drivers to be home daily.

Specializes in transporting dangerous materials, requiring extra certifications and often higher pay.

Operates dump trucks, cement mixers, or flatbeds to move materials for building projects.

Pay

Understanding potential earnings is an important part of exploring career options.

Median Pay $58,000/yr
Pay: Low End $38,000
Pay: High End $75,000

Salary estimates are based on data from America’s Career InfoNet and the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Actual earnings vary by location, industry demand, business size, education, and experience. Check local job listings for the most accurate salary information.