Credential(s) Offered
Government license, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This 4–5 week Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A training program prepares participants for entry-level employment as commercial truck drivers by providing the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience required to obtain a CDL-A license. Trainees receive instruction in vehicle operation, safety regulations, pre-trip inspections, basic maintenance, trip planning, and defensive driving. Training includes a combination of classroom instruction, driving range practice, and supervised on-road experience aligned with federal and state CDL requirements, ensuring participants are prepared to complete the written permit and road/skills examinations.
Upon completion, participants are qualified for immediate employment as heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers in regional and long-haul positions within the transportation and logistics sector. This program supports workforce needs identified by the Maine Department of Labor by providing a short-term, high-impact training pathway into a high-demand occupation. Graduates may pursue employment with freight carriers, distribution companies, and local transportation employers, with opportunities for career advancement and increased earning potential in the commercial driving industry.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
5
Hours
2
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Central Maine Community College
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1250 Turner St, Auburn, Maine
Local WIB
3 - Central Western Local Area 3
Name of Credential
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
N/A
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$6,500.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$6,500.00
