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Commercial Vehicle Transportation Specialist (CVTS)
Certificate
| Curriculum/Courses Needed: |
| TRK 108 |
Commercial Vehicle Transportation Career Development |
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1 credit |
| TRK 110 |
Introduction to Commercial Vehicle Transportation
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10 credits |
| TRK 115 |
Commercial Vehicle Practicum |
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6 credits |
| Certificate |
17 credits |
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Fees:
(BEYOND tuition and published college fees)
• $1,150
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Program Description:
This skills-oriented program leads to a certificate in CVTS
and is for those individuals seeking a career in professional
truck driving. The curriculum consists of classroom, skills
and field instruction and is based on industry recognized skill
standards. Successful students will be eligible to test for
a Class A Commercial Vehicle license with air brakes, combinations,
doubles/triples, tankers and hazardous materials endorsements,
as well as the National Safety Council Defensive Driving Certification.
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Related Jobs in the Region:
• Local Drivers mainly provide daily service
which may consist of delivery operations, route sales, or consumer
delivery.
• Regional Drivers transport cargo regionally
and may experience overnight layovers.
• Long Distance Drivers transport cargo and
travel to distant points and may be away from home for weeks
or even months at a time. |
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| Special Notes: |
- Interested individuals must have a valid driver’s
license from Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia or Virginia.
(HCC’s training is for these states).
- A Department of Transportation physical and a drug screen
are necessary for entry into this program. Fees for these
services are included in the fee structure. A driving record
is also required.
- Students will be responsible for the cost of the CDL,
Class A, Learner’s Permit, payable to the respective
motor vehicle administration.
- Students must be able to speak and read English (Federal
Dept. of Transportation regulation for potential CDL drivers).
Assessment testing may be required.
- Please note that a criminal background check will be
performed by employers and a criminal record may decrease
chances of employability.
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For more information,
contact Janie Spielmanat 301-790-2800, extension 449 or visit
the Truck Driver Training area. |
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