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Professional Driving Academy

In a short amount of time, you can receive a credential that will lead to a high demand, professional career that pays well and provides benefits.

What to Know at a Glance

Duration

4 weeks non-credit certification

Delivery

Face-to-face

Scheduling Options

Full time; Day classes

Where it is offered

TexAmericas, #22 on the campus map

About Professional Driving Academy

Demand for professional drivers is rising. The American Trucking Association estimates that there are 3.5 million truck drivers in the USA. In fact, 90,000 more drivers are needed per year for the next decade, according to the ATA, to keep up with demand. Over the next decade, the trucking industry will need to hire roughly 1.1 million new drivers, or an average of nearly 110,000 per year.

Possible Careers and Salaries

Truck Driver

$48,842 (avg)

Tuition Costs

The total program cost is $4,500, which includes tuition, DOT physical, drug screen, motor vehicle report and CDL license fee. All fees are non-refundable and must be paid in advance.

Program Contacts

Paula Turner

TexAmericas Clerk

Susan Bennett

TexAmericas Clerk

Mendy Sharp

Executive Director of Community & Business Education

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