The MCCSA Commercial Driver License (CDL) training program is a four-week condensed vocational training opportunity. This program trains students to obtain a commercial truck and/or bus driver Commercial Driver License (CDL). With a CDL, students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of transportation employment options.

The program content includes a program orientation, on-the-road instruction, hands-on pre-trip inspection practice and testing.

Once the course is complete, students will obtain a CDL-B with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.

The course lasts four weeks. Classes are held Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. for a total of 20 hours per week.

Course Fees

The course fee is $1,600. Persons eligible for this program through Michigan Works! may qualify to attend at little or no cost.

Eligibility

Anyone meeting the entry requirements (see below) is eligible to attend this program.

You may be eligible for low cost or free training if you meet the criteria for any of the following programs: Family Independence Program (FIP), Food Assistance Program (FAP), low-income Child Care Assistance, Medicaid, Welfare to Work Program, or Workforce Investment Act. Unemployed or dislocated workers may also be eligible for low cost or free training.

Call a Michigan Works Service Center to determine if you are eligible for low cost or free training:.

Entry Requirements:

You must meet the following requirements to enter the program.

1. You must be at least 21 years of age.
2. You must meet the Michigan Commercial Driver License driving record eligibility (including a current/valid driver’s license).
3. You must meet requirements for the Department of Transportation physical exam.
4. You must complete a pre-enrollment interview with the MCCSA Transportation Specialist.

For eligibility information:

Glenn Deceuninck, Transportation Specialist

Phone: (586) 469-7998
Fax: (586) 783-3669
TDD: (586) 469-5962

21885 Dunham Road
VerKuilen Building, Suite 10
Clinton Township, MI 48036

Email: mccsa@macombcountymi.gov

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