Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL)

Trucks keep it rollin’…

CARES Act Funding:

This program is included in the Rapid Credentialing Grant which was designed in response to COVID-19.

Introduction:

The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program offers extensive hands-on training with the most modern trucks on the road today. Employability and communication skills are an integral part of the program. Good work habits, punctuality, attendance, attitude, and job orientation are stressed throughout training. The purpose of this program is to prepare students for a Class “A” Commercial Driver License

Career Opportunities:

• Double and Triple Driver
• Flat-Bed Driver
• Freight Driver
• Local Driver
• Long Haul Driver
• Regional Driver
• Tanker Driver

Employment Outlook:

Employment of heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is projected to grow 6% from 2020 to 2030.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $20.74 hourly or $43,140 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 320 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

OCP	COURSE	HOURS
OCP A	Tractor Trailer Truck Driver	320 Hours
		Total Hours: 320

Location & Course’s Schedule:

Commercial Vehicle Driving (CDL) is available at the following school (s):

LOCATION	COURSE'S SCHEDULE
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College	Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday - Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

LOCATION	COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR	PHONE NUMBER
Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College (305) 557-1100	Danielle Taylor Jackie Benjamin Vanessa Torres Elizabeth Forero	Ext. 2230 Ext. 2215 Ext. 2250 Ext. 2216

 

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Heavy, and Tractor-trailer Truck Drivers, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/transportation-and-material-moving/heavy-and-tractor-trailer-truck-drivers.htm.