Prepare for a career in the lucrative, growing trucking industry with JCCC. Our quality training can help you earn your Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A).
About the JCCC CDL-A Program
If you're at least 18 years old (for intrastate driving; 21 for interstate driving) and are interested in becoming a commercial truck driver, the JCCC CDL program is your best next step. Our convenient 9-week program includes:
- 5 hours per week in the classroom — a total of 35 hours of classroom instruction
- 6-8 hours behind the wheel each week on our truck driving range and over the road — up to 60 hours of real-world training
- Increased flextime on the range as your skills advance
Take Your Next Steps
Prior to starting CDL training at JCCC, you must attend a free orientation session. And you need to complete the following prior to registering for the course:
- Have a valid driver's license from your state of residence
- Have a valid Class A commercial learner's permit (including general knowledge, air brake and combination vehicle endorsement) from your state of residence
- You must take and pass the test at the local DMV to obtain the CDL-A Permit.
- To prepare for the test, you will need to study sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13 in the Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual. A Kansas permit costs $13.
- If you are a Missouri student, you will need to reference the Missouri Commercial Driver’s License Handbook. You can also pick up a copy of the study guide at the DMV. A Missouri permit costs $32.50.
- You must take and pass the test at the local DMV to obtain the CDL-A Permit.
- Sign a drug test release form and pass a 10-panel drug screen within 30 days before the start of class
- Pass a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
- Complete a criminal background check/motor vehicle record check
- Arrange for funding or financing for the course fee
- CDL students have several funding options available, including veterans and other program scholarships, payment plans and alternative student loans
Attend a FREE CDL Program Orientation Session
Before beginning the JCCC CDL program, you must attend an orientation session.
Plan to bring any questions, as well as your state-issued driver's license, your Class A commercial learner's permit and other prerequisite information with you.
If you can't make a scheduled orientation, call 913-469-3836 or email Continuing Education Transportation to schedule an individual meeting to review the program and discuss whether it's the right choice for you.
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CE Scholarships
Scholarships funds are available for some Continuing Education courses.