Workforce and Community Education

Truck Driving

CDL Truck Driving

Southeastern Illinois College offers an excellent truck driving program in a growing industry where demand exists for over the road drivers. Recruiters routinely seek out our students for hire and most receive job offers prior to course completion. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver jobs are projected to grow 6% from 2020-2030 and the median pay was $48,310/year $23.23/hour in 2021.

  • Job placement assistance is included in the training.
  • Students often receive job offers before graduating from the program.
  • Students receive hands-on training from a highly experienced instructor.
  • Low student-to-instructor ratio means more attention and support.
  • Students who successfully complete the program receive a Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
  • Payment Plan available and Financial Aid may be possible.

State of Illinois Fees

  • CDL Learners Permit and License – $60.00 (approximately) by the second week of class
  • DOT Physical – Check the registry of certified medical examiners and have before the first day of class
  • State Driving Record – $12.00 (approximately) before the first day of class

All Drug Screening will be arranged by Southeastern Illinois College. In compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Regulations, all students will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening during the program.

Training to Illinois CDL test standards

Program Learning Outcomes

Goal 1: Display professionalism and good work ethic
Goal 2: Demonstrate the proper use and function of a manual transmission in a semi-tractor.
Goal 3: Demonstrate the proper procedure for completing a log book.
Goal 4: Describe and demonstrate the proper procedure for conducting a semi-tractor and trailer inspection.
Goal 5: Demonstrate safe operation of a semi-tractor and trailer.
Goal 6: Demonstrate accurate map reading techniques.
Goal 7: Demonstrate basic semi-tractor and trailer maneuvering.
Goal 8: Describe basic rules of the road for semi-tractor and trailer.
Goal 9: Discuss federal regulations for semi-tractor and trailer.
Goal 10: Obtain an Illinois Commercial Driver’s License.

Student Information Packet

CDL Requirements and Cost Packet 2024
(Download PDF)

Interested students can contact an advisor at 618-252-5400 ext. 4130 or email advising@sic.edu.

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