About the Program

The eight-week Commercial Truck Driving curriculum at the West Harrison County Center is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the professional truck driving industry.

This 320-contact-hour program combines classroom instruction with hands-on driving experience to prepare students to earn their Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Students develop the knowledge, driving skills, and safety practices needed to pursue a career as a professional truck driver.

Skills Students Learn

Students will be exposed to the following skills:

• General Knowledge
• Air Brakes and Combination Vehicles
• Log Books and Driver Documentation
• Pre-Trip Inspection
• Commercial Driving Safety Measures
• Backing Skills and Vehicle Maneuvering
• Over-the-Road Driving
• Mississippi CDL Examination Review
• Career Opportunities

Students are prepared for entry-level positions as:

• Commercial Truck Drivers
• Class A CDL Drivers
• Tractor-Trailer Drivers
• Over-the-Road (OTR) Drivers
• Freight and Transportation Drivers

Application Requirements

Students must meet the following requirements to participate in the program:

• Must be a Mississippi resident.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screening.
• Must provide a driving record from the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
• Must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) learner’s permit within 14 days of the first day of class or prior.

Important: All required documentation and eligibility requirements, with the exception of the CDL learner’s permit, must be completed and submitted before the first day of class. Students are responsible for obtaining their CDL learner’s permit within 14 days of the program start date.

Credentials and Degree Options

Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to pursue their Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), subject to applicable testing and licensing requirements.

*An Associate of Applied Science degree is not applicable to this program. See Commercial Truck Driving program for degree options.

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Please note that submitting an inquiry does not constitute an application or guarantee enrollment. Students must meet all eligibility requirements and submit the required documentation before receiving instructions to complete the program application.

For additional questions, email workforce@mgccc.edu or call (228) 897-4360.