Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This course prepares students for employment as professional commercial drivers and follows all Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Entry-Level Driver Training rules, regulations, and guidelines. Classroom theory and behind-the-wheel training is provided covering topics such as DOT rules and regulations; pre and post trip inspections; backing and maneuvering; driving on rural, urban, and interstate highways; handling cargo; hours of service; and defensive driving. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to test for one of the following licenses: CDL Class A-tractor-trailer or CDL Class B-straight truck. This final skills test is administered by Baton Rouge Community College’s state-approved examiners. To be eligible for this course, students MUST be at least 18 years of age; have a valid LA Driver's License with no flags/blocks; pass a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen; and obtain their Class A or B Permit through the LA Office of Motor Vehicles prior to the start of the course.

CLASS A LICENSE

Day classes: Mon-Fri., 7am to 4pm, (6 weeks). Day classes are face-to-face.
Cost: $5,500 (includes 3rd party skills exam after course completion.)

Steps to Enroll (These steps must be completed in this order):

• Complete an admissions application using this link: Workforce Solutions Student | BRCC (mybrcc.edu)
• Find a physician near you to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Physical. The physician must be listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. The cost of physical varies but is usually around $60. CLICK HERE to find a physician near you.
• Study for the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). It is strongly recommended that all applicants obtain a Class A permit. This allows operation of both Class A & B vehicles. You will need to pass DMV tests for General Knowledge, Combination, and Air Brakes to obtain your CLP. Study for tests using the following links:
  • • Louisiana CDL Manual
  • Test for your CLP by visiting an Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) location. The test consists of multiple-choice questions based on information obtained from the Louisiana CDL Manual and study guides. The cost of CLP is $15.00. Tests can be taken twice daily and on multiple days for no additional fee. CLICK HEREto find an OMV location near you.
  • Once all previous steps are completed, register for the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. This must be done no more than thirty (30) days before the first day of Baton Rouge Community College’s CVO class. CLICK HERE to register following the directions below.
    • Register as “Student Driver.”
    • Select “Student Driver Consortium” as your C/TPA.
    • Pay for and run full query on yourself. Cost of query is $1.25. A copy of the query must be provided to BRCC.
    • Request and pay for your drug test by CLICKING THIS LINK for American Drug Testing Consortium and completing the registration form. Drug testing must be scheduled through the consortium; outside tests will not be accepted. The cost of the drug test is $65.00.
    • PROCOM (C/TPA) will quickly set up drug testing at a convenient in-network location. PROCOM will also:
      • provide a DOT-approved drug and alcohol policy to students as required by FMCSA;
      • assist students in setting up required drug testing and will provide students proof of enrollment in the consortium; and
      • once a quarter, run a random drug test selection of currently enrolled students and notify selected students directly. Baton Rouge Community College will pay the costs of any random drug tests of students while enrolled in its CVO Program.
    • Baton Rouge Community College will need copies of the following items prior to acceptance into the CVO program:
      • Driver’s License
      • DOT FMCSA Physical (Medical Examiners Certificate)
      • Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit
      • PROCOM Proof of Enrollment (This serves as proof that negative results were received by PROCOM from the DOT FMCSA Drug Screen.)
      • Approved Funding or Self Pay

CONTACT
Jason Butcher C.V.O. Instructor
3233 Rosedale Rd.
Port Allen, LA 70767
225-421-3801 Office
318-316-3085 Cell
butcherj@mybrcc.edu

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