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Program Duration 5 weeks classroom | Program Type Certificate of Proficiency | Median North Arkansas Salary |
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Why Choose This Program
Northark has a new truck driving simulator and has both manual and automatic transmission semi trucks. 
About The Program
The Truck Driving Certificate of Proficiency provides students the knowledge and skills training to successfully complete requirements for the Arkansas Class A Commercial Driving License (CDL). The program is five weeks of classroom time and 10 weeks of an internship with the company of a student's choice. Students must maintain a 80-percent average for all portions of the course. Overall program objectives are:
- To train drivers to be competent in the safe operation of a truck for hire or in private business
- To teach students federal, state, and local laws relating to safe operation of commercial trucks
- To teach students portions of the Interstate Commerce Act that pertain to the truck driving profession
- To train students in all non-driving activities required by the trucking industry
- To teach students the importance of employee-employer relationships relating to job security and customer service.
Prerequisites: Prior to enrolling in the Truck Driving Program, applicants must be at least 18 years old to qualify for an intrastate (within the state of Arkansas) CDL or 21 years old to qualify for an interstate (able to cross state lines) CDL. Additionally, applicants must have a valid Arkansas Driver's License, satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record check and have passed the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug-screening test and physical exam prior to being accepted into the program. This Certificate may be used as one of the technical disciplines required for the AAS in General Technology.
Approximate Program Cost
In-County Tuition + mandatory student fees - $1,840
Out-of-County Tuition + mandatory student fees - $2,272
Contiguous Counties + mandatory student fees - $2,704
Out-of-state Tuition + mandatory student fees - $3,424
Program Fee - $1,800
Department of Transportation Physical and Drug Screen - $130 to $150
Permit - $50
Books - $217
Paying for College
Northark is affordable! We offer nearly $500,000 annually through institutional and foundation scholarships in addition to federal and state aid. See our scholarships and other financial aid programs.
Degree and Certificate Options 1-semester Truck Driving Certificate of Proficiency Academic Plan |
Transfer or Stackable Options Courses in this certificate of proficiency can be applied as one of the technical disciplines required for an Associate of Applied Science in General Technology. |
Faculty Contact Jose Camacho |
