Northeast Alabama Community College

The CDL Truck Driving Program at Northeast Alabama Community College will prepare you to safely and effectively operate a tractor trailer and pass the commercial driver's license (CDL) exam. The 160-hour program runs for four weeks.

For weekend class information click here.

Program Entry Requirements

• Valid driver license
• At least 21 years of age for a Class A CDL
• Successfully pass a DOT physical
• Successfully pass a chain-of-custody drug screen
• Present an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Expected Expenses

Registration Steps
Step 1 – Secure funding
Payment is due before the first day of course. This program is funded with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).  To see if you qualify for WIOA funding, please contact your local Alabama Career Center. Tell them you are interested in attending the CDL class at Northeast Alabama Community College. It is imperative that you follow through with all the career center requirements. Once you have been certified as WIOA-eligible, you can apply online (see link below) or at the NACC Skills Training Office. If you are not WIOA-eligible, you may proceed with the program by paying the required tuition and fees.

Step 2 – Apply to Program

Complete online form, click here

 Or request a registration packet from the Skills Training office, 256-638-4418 or 256-228-6001, Extension 2214. 
 

Step 3 – Attend an Orientation Session
Orientation sessions are held each month for students interested in pursuing CDL training. At this orientation, you will learn the steps necessary for you to secure your spot in the training program. At the orientation session you will receive a list of requirements and your expected class start date. You must submit all items to the Skills Training Office at least seven days (but no more than 21 days) prior to your class start date.

Bring the following items with you:

• Social Security Card
• Driver’s License
• Tuition payment of $3,000 (unless covered by WIOA)
• Pre-course requirments are preferred

Step 4 – Complete Pre-Course Requirements
These items must be completed at least seven days before but no more than 21 days prior to the first day of class.

• Long Form DOT Physical - Click this link to find a certified DOT examiner near you.
• Chain-of-Custody Drug Screen
• Motor Vehicle Report –Obtain a copy of your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Driver records may be purchased through the mail using the Driver Record Request, using a credit card by phone at 334-242-4241, or in person at Department of Public Safety, 1115-A Church Street, Huntsville, AL 35801 (256-239-0682). 

Supply your physical and proof of drug screen and MVR report by email to georgej@nacc.edu or at orientaion but no later than 12:00 noon on the Friday before your class begins the following week. If all items required for your class are not received by that time your slot in the class will be forfeited.

You will incur the other following expenses during training:

2021 Orientation Schedule
All orientations location given with online registration. Orientation time to be noted with contact. Please plan to arrive early. The orientation will last approximately 90 minutes. Please register for the orientation session by completing online registration or contacting Julie George at 256-228-6001, ext. 2214 or via email at georgej@nacc.edu.

10am, Thursday, June 24. Please complete Non-Credit Registration. 

2021 Class Schedule

Students must apply for the program and will be notified of the class in which they are accepted. Class schedules for 2021 include:

Day Classes (Monday – Thursday, 10-hour days) Fridays of last week reserve for CDL Exam

• July 19, 2021 - August 13, 2021
• August 16 - September 10, 2021

All schedules are subject to change without notice.

Class Schedule for Weekend Course

TBA Class meets on Saturdays from 8AM-6PM and Sundays from 8AM-5PM. Attendance is mandatory.

For more information, contact Julie George: 256.228.6001 ext. 2214 or email georgej@nacc.edu

Education verifications please email georgej@nacc.edu or fax 256-228-3309