- - Entrance Requirements
- - Curriculum
- - Certification
- - Tuition/Housing
- - Placement
- - Equipment
- - Online Enrollment
Entrance Requirements:
Central Tech's entrance requirements reflect trucking industry hiring standards to help insure that graduates are employable in the trucking industry.
- The individual must possess a valid driver's license.
NOTE: Each student will be given the opportunity to obtain an Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License while in training. - The individual must provide a certified copy of their birth certificate (click here for information on how to obtain this document) or a passport (click here for information on how to apply) or proof of legal residency.
- Federal law requires drivers to be at least 21 years of age to cross a state line.
- Language Requirements: Must be able to read and speak the English language fluently enough to converse with the general public, to understand the highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records. Seventh grade reading and math level recommended.
- Physical Requirements: A student must obtain a physical on a form approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) (click here to download form). Specific requirements are detailed on the back of the physical form. General DOT requirements include (but not limited to) the following.
- Has no loss of a foot, leg, hand, arm, or has no impairment of the use of foot, leg, hand, fingers, arm, or any other structural defect which interferes with their ability to control and safely drive a motor vehicle.
- Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of Diabetes currently requiring insulin for control.
- Has no current clinical diagnosis of High Blood Pressure likely to interfere with their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of Epilepsy or any other condition which is likely to cause unconsciousness or any loss of ability to control a motor vehicle.
- Other Requirements :
- Accidents: A student cannot have a major chargeable accident on file in the three (3) years prior to their entry date into training. A review of an accident report will be necessary.
- Offense: A student is allowed two (2) moving offenses during the three (3) years prior to their entry date.
- Alcohol or Drug Related Driving Offense: No conviction within the past five (5) years.
- Felony: A prospective student will not be admitted if they have incurred a felony conviction.
- Drug Testing: Each student must pass a controlled substance test to be administered on the 1st day of training.
Curriculum:
Course Description:
The PTDI-certified Truck Driver Training course at Central Tech utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, and practical application of skills used in highway driving. Our ratio of only two students per truck allows each student to develop proficient driving skills. The course is 23 training days, Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm.
Upon graduation students will possess a Commercial Drivers License (Class A) with a thorough working knowledge of commercial vehicle operations, air brake systems, safety practices, and DOT rules and regulations.
Classroom: 104 hours minimumBehind-the-Wheel/Driving
(Per Student) 52 hours minimum
Basic Operation
Orientation
Introduction to Trucking
Control Systems
Vehicle Inspections
Shifting
Backing
Coupling & Uncoupling
Vehicle Systems
Basic Controls
Safe Operating Practices
Visual Search
Speed Management
Space Management
Sliding 5th Wheel
Night Operation
Extreme Conditions
Communications
Proficiency Development
Advanced Operating Practices
Hazard Awareness
Emergency Maneuvers
Advanced Development
CDL
Vehicle Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Non-Vehicle Activities
Cargo Handling
Cargo Documentation
Hours of Service
Accident Procedures
Special Rigs
Trip Planning
Personal Health & Safety
Public & Employer Relations
Certification:
Central Tech Truck Driver Training's commitment to quality training is evident in the PTDI-certified course that is offered. Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI) is a national certification for truck driving schools and provides tangible proof that a course meets stringent standards from a certification that is recognized and respected in the trucking industry.
Central Tech Truck Driver Training's staff of instructors consists of NATMI-certified Commercial Driver Trainers. The North American Transportation Management Institute (NATMI) provides certification for a wide variety of transportation related professions.
Central Tech is accredited by North Central Association Commission on Accreditation of School Improvement. This accreditation consisted of a stringent evaluation every five years with emphasis on excellence in enrollment, training, and placement practices as well as ensuring that the equipment and facilities are appropriate for the industry.
Central Tech has the only truck driver training program approved by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE) for training statewide. In 1986 ODCTE and Oklahoma legislators decided to put resources into one program as opposed to many different locations. This decision has allowed Central Tech to become one of the largest facilities in the nation.
Central Tech is also a member of the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools (NAPFTDS) which is a network of public truck driving schools across the nation. Members of the Central Tech staff continually serve in leadership roles to promote excellence in training students for a professional driving career.
Tuition/Housing
The Central Tech Truck Driver Training Program lasts 23 training days and includes classroom instruction, range and highway driving.
Standard charges for this training are as follows:
| Oklahoma Residents | Out-of-State Residents | |
| Tuition Includes: Supplies, Drug Test, & $200 Nonrefundable Enrollment Fee |
$2,250.00* | $4,500.00 |
| Related Costs Housing (double occupancy - see description on attachment) License Fees |
$375.00 $66.50 |
$375.00 $92.00 |
*Oklahoma residents must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license prior to first day of class to be eligible for in-state tuition rates.
Accepted methods of payment: Cash, Check, Money Order, MasterCard, VISA and Discover Card.
TUITION ASSISTANCE:
- Indian Nations -- www.indians.org
- Workforce Oklahoma -- www.workforceok.org/locator.htm
- Wells Fargo Student Loans -- www.wellsfargo.com/student (you may need the school ID code #00996400 to complete the application)
- Veterans Administration -- www.gibill.va.gov (or call Education at 1-888-442-4551)
Placement
Central Tech Truck Driver Training has a job placement rate of 99%*. Our reputation for providing graduates with excellent driving skills is well known in the trucking industry. The following carriers hire students from our program; some of them do so exclusively.
* FY 2007-2008 Placement
Equipment:
Central Tech strives to provide the most up-to-date equipment available. Our fleet of trucks and trailers provides students with the hands-on experience necessary to succeed in the trucking industry.
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