The CDL Truck Driving Program at Northeast Alabama Community College will prepare you to operate a tractor trailer and pass the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam safely and effectively. The 160-hour program runs for 3-4 weeks. Includes theory and skills per FMCSA rules. Education verifications please email georgej@nacc.edu.
Instructor | Phone Number | |
Chris Peek, Lead Instructor | peekc@nacc.edu | 256-999-0962 |
Shawn Guffey, Instructor | guffeyshawn@nacc.edu | 256-999-0962 |
Sharon Caperton, School Bus Instructor | capertons@nacc.edu | 256-638-4418 |
Program Entry Requirements
Expected Expenses
Payable to the College Before Class Start | Tuition | $3,000 |
Payable to Outside Sources Before Class Starts | DOT Physical & Drug Screen | $175 (estimate) |
Motor Vehicle Report | $5.75 (plus online transaction fee) | |
Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Written Test | $26 |
CDL Learner’s Permit | $38 | |
Payable to Third-Party Test Provider | Certification Exam | $300 (not including $100 for retake, per test) |
Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Driver’s License | $68.90 (Class A) |
CDL Endorsements | $15.60 (each/ 5 possible) | |
Estimated Total Program Cost | $3,630 |
Complete the CDL Driver Training Interest Form (link will open a new page). Check your email in 8-12 hours for a reply with program information from NACC Skills Training and CDL Instructors. Or you can email your request to to the instructors listed above.
These items must be completed no more than 21 days prior to the first day of class.
Submit your physical and proof of drug screen and MVR report by email to georgej@nacc.edu, peekc@nacc.edu, or guffeyshawn@nacc.edu. If all items required for training are not received by that time, your seat in the class will be forfeited. All training equipment is manual transmission.
You will incur the other following expenses at DMV (estimate):
CDL Written Test Fee | $26 |
CDL Learner's Permit | $38 |
CDL Endorsements | $15.60 each/ 5 possible |
All CDL students and instructors are subject to random drug screens.
As of February 2022, FMCSA requires all participants must complete a theory course. Theory, an online course, will be provided after submission of DOT medical certificate and Commercial Learner's Permit. After completion of theory, behind-the-wheel training is scheduled. Eligible candidates are informed by email. See scheduled dates as follows:
Students must complete Steps 1-3 above prior to seat placement. Students will be notified by email when they are accepted, and training location information. Pre-course requirements, and theory must be completed. Class schedules:
Monday – Thursday, 10-hour days 7:30am to 4:30pm. Fridays are reserved for additional skill practice and exams.
All schedules are subject to change without notice. Check this webpage for schedule updates.
Need education verifications? Please email georgej@nacc.edu
Employer's seeking training information, contact the CDL Office at 256-999-0962 (see instructor emails top of page) or the Skills Training Office at georgej@nacc.edu or 256-638-4418, ext. 2214. The Alabama Community College System Innovation Center can assist employers seeking to train staff. To inquire, contact the NACC Skills Training Office or CDL Instructors.
Third Party Testing application (opens in a new window). Your online application is required in advance of test eligibility. Failure to complete application requirements will result in delay of testing opportunity. Seating is limited. Fees are paid after the Third-party Examiner confirms you are eligible to test. All fees are paid online before date of test. This application is for person's who have successfully completed all training requirements, not required if no training accomplished.
Certification Exam/ Class A & B | $300 Testing Organization Equipment | |
$200 Using Personal Equipment (Examiner will verify and require proof of insurance, and vehicle registration | ||
$100 Retake fee (Examiner to confirm, schedule and fee paid online student account) |
At Northeast Alabama Community College, all career and technical education opportunities will be offered without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
At Northeast Alabama Community College, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.
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