Truck Driving

About

The mission of the Truck Driving Program is to prepare students for “entry-level” employment as tractor-trailer drivers by providing the identi­fied knowledge and performance skills neces­sary to pass the Commercial Driver’s test. The course consists of 222 hours of intensive class­room and behind-the-wheel training that builds skills in safety practices, operation and maintenance of vehicles and non-vehicle activities in trucking.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 2 Months
Clock Hours 222
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate
Total Tuition/Fees
Textbook/Supplies Cost

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Class A - CDL222Certificate

Complete the Free Application For Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) online – the website is
www.fafsa.ed.gov and our school code is 005360
Complete TCAT Memphis Application for
Enrollment online at www.tcatmemphis.edu
and select APPLY NOW
Copy of Class A Permit (TN)
Copy of Valid TN Drivers License
Pass the Certified Medical Exam - A DOT physical
examination must be conducted by a licensed
“medical examiner”. The exam can be taken at
Concentra Medical Center located at 3965 S.
Mendenhall Rd Ste 6, Memphis TN 38115
Phone: (901) 365-1800
Note: applicants must be at least 21 years of age by
Truck Driving program start date.

Campus Locations

Main Campus
550 Alabama Ave.
Memphis, TN 38105

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
Orientation
Map Reading
DOT Regulations and Logging
Substance Abuse and Blood Borne Pathogens
Vehicle and Vehicle Component Orientation
Safety
Couple and Uncouple
Backing
Road Driving
Weather and Road Conditions
Public Relations
Freight Documents
Cargo Handling
General

Books and Supplies Lists

Instructors

Letta Williams
901-543-6177

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