Commercial Driving School

Want to be your own boss? A Commercial Driver’s License puts you in the driver’s seat.

The median annual wage for licensed commercial drivers is $52,000 in Missouri.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, 2023

Train for an in-demand career with a flexible schedule, high wages, and good benefits.

SCC’s Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) program is designed to meet the increasing demands for qualified, commercial truck drivers.

You’re Invited to SCC’s Open House

Friday, May 3, 9 a.m. – noon.
625 Parr Rd.
Wentzville, MO 63385

See the facility and learn more about SCC’s new program.

RSVP to Neil Sylvia at nsylvia@stchas.edu.

Program Information

St. Charles Community College’s six-week Commercial Driving School is designed to meet the increasing demands for qualified commercial truck drivers. Students are trained on manual transmission vehicles with the latest materials and state-of-the-art simulators. Small class sizes and highly experienced instructors ensure you’ll get the attention you need to succeed.

Training for your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at SCC rather than with a commercial carrier means you won’t be bound to a single employer, allowing you to find the best jobs available. Working as a truck driver means you won’t be tied down to a 9 to 5 schedule, giving you a level of independence you won’t find in other occupations and allows you a great way to see the country. Whether you want to drive for a national carrier, pursue a management position, or own and operate your own trucking business, SCC is a great place to start your new career.

Potential Careers

  • Truck Driver
  • Heavy Truck/Tractor-Trailer Driver
  • Light Truck Driver
  • Industrial Truck & Tractor Operator
  • Trucking Manager
  • Trucking Owner/Operator

Program Details

The program consists of six weeks of theory, lab, and hands on training. We also offer Hazardous material training at an additional cost of $350 during the seventh week.

Tuition

$5,000 Includes:

  • D.O.T. Drug Testing
  • Commercial Learners Permit
  • Commercial Drivers License
  • D.O.T. Physical
  • Log Book
Schedule

Starts May 6 - June 14, 2024, M-F 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Week 7 - Remediation which could include additional classroom, range, or road time as needed.

Instructors
  • Neil Sylvia
  • George Nueman
  • Anita Pazstor

Eligibility

1. Students must have a valid Missouri driver’s license.
Applicants with a distressed driving record that include multiple moving violations, DUI, or have felony convictions within the last five years are encouraged to counsel with the program director. Students with these types of offenses may incur difficulty gaining employment as a commercial driver. Your confidentiality will be valued.

  • Students age 21 and above will gain the necessary skills to test with a Missouri Highway Patrol licensed examiner.
  • Such students will still be restricted to operate within their state domicile.
  • Students under 21 should consider counseling with the program director to discuss possible employment issues due to insurance liabilities.

2. The ability to communicate in English proficiently is recommended to assist in the successful completion of the program and to operate a commercial vehicle safely.

3. Applicants must hold or obtain a current Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) medical certificate. Students will be required to complete a D.O.T. regulated drug screen. During class students will register with the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

4. By enrolling, students agree to abide by all published rules of behavior listed in the St. Charles Community College Student Handbook, available at www.stchas.edu.

Interested? Fill out this form.

Contact Information

636-922-8474

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4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Cofttleville, MO 63376

info_desk@stchas.edu
636-922-8000

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