Diesel Driving Academy

20 weeks (600 clock hours) Evening Program 30 weeks (600 clock hours) Requirements No previous experience is needed to enroll in this course. Must be 21 years of age by graduation. Admissions Representatives will cover all admissions policies and entrance requirements. Tuition Contact us for pricing. Financial Aid is available to qualified students. Curriculum Our CDL training is based off of industry standards. The driver training program includes hands-on training, and course work covering safety topics and advanced operation practices. All non-classroom training will be a combination of actual driver training, observation and instruction. Students will receive extensive driving practice on our campus driving range and public roadways with a qualified driver instructor. This course prepares students for entry-level employment in the transportation industry. Career opportunities include Truck Driver, Line Haul Driver, Owner Operator, Semi-Truck Driver, or Over the Road (OTR) Driver. The Advanced Driver Training Program at Diesel Driving Academy includes intensive behind-the-wheel experience, and a wide variety of learning objectives including Introduction to the Trucking Industry Truck driving safety topics Advanced safe operation practices Accident reporting and safety responsibility laws Backing & vehicle maneuvering Pre-trip inspection CDL testing

4 weeks (160 clock hours) Evening Program 8 weeks (160 clock hours) Evening classes are available at the West Monroe location only Requirements No previous experience is needed to enroll in this course. Must be 21 years of age by graduation. Admissions Representatives will cover all admissions policies and entrance requirements. Tuition Contact us for pricing. Financial Aid is available to qualified students. Curriculum The driver training program includes classroom instruction, as well as hands-on training based off of industry standards. Students will practice driving on our closed driving range, as well as on public roadways with a qualified driver instructor. Graduates of this program will be taught to perform the duties of an entry-level truck driver. The Basic Driver Training Program at Diesel Driving Academy covers behind-the-wheel training, and classroom work including traffic laws, backing & maneuvering the vehicle, pre-trip inspection, and how to be a safe driver on the road.

3 weeks (136 clock hours) Requirements No previous experience is needed to enroll in this course. Must be 21 years of age by graduation. Admissions Representatives will cover all admissions policies and entrance requirements. Tuition Contact us for pricing. Curriculum This course includes training based off of industry standards. Students will learn and practice the skills needed for safely maneuvering a vehicle, and cover topics that will be tested at the Department of Motor Vehicles. Individuals who complete this course will be taught to perform the duties of an entry-level truck driver. The CDL Prep course familiarizes students with tractor-trailers, while providing knowledge and skills to prepare students for the written and practical portions of the Commercial Driver License (CDL) exam.

As a graduate of the truck driving classes at Diesel Driving Academy, you’ll enjoy the benefits of our full-time job placement assistance staff and how they can put you in front of the region’s best carriers. Our staff is available during all school hours to offer their placement services and get you started in your new career of professional truck driving. From your first job interview to your last, the student services staff at Diesel Driving Academy will be there! Get trained and get to work! The truck driving and transportation industry is one of the largest business sectors in the nation and is always searching for qualified drivers to keep America on schedule. Diesel Driving Academy’s school for truck driving can train you quickly and get you ready for life on the open road. Don’t wait! We’re ready to help you make your mark on the truck driving and transportation industry through a rewarding driving career. We have the Louisiana or Arkansas truck driver training that works for you!