Lake Superior College Truck Driving
Lake Superior College’s Truck Driving program is a customized series of courses that meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.
Class A license: considered the “universal” CDL, providing the opportunities for driving several different types of commercial trucks and tractor trailers weighing over 10,000 pounds.
Class B license provides opportunities for driving several different types of commercial trucks and tractor trailers weighing under 10,000 pounds.
In order to obtain a CDL, you must first complete the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Theory course mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). After you have completed the Theory course, and you have secured a drivers permit, and all other prerequisites are met, the next step is to enroll in the Range and Road Behind the Wheel Training.
ELDT CDL Theory & Knowledge Training
Learn More About Theory Only & Register100% Online, 4 weeks at your own pace thru our online classroom. This course meets the FMCSA mandated requirement for “Theory and Knowledge Training” for Class B and A CDL.
CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Range & Road Training
Learn More About Class A Behind the Wheel TrainingIncludes 12 days total of proficiency based in-person behind the wheel skills training in a manual truck + 1 day for one trip to the DMV to take your CDL exam. Training days and times: Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM. (Prerequisites: Completion of the Theory Course. Drivers permit is required prior to any on-road training.)
CDL Class B Behind the Wheel Range & Road Training
Learn More About Class B Behind the Wheel TrainingIncludes 5 days total of in person, proficiency based, behind the wheel skills training in an automatic truck and 1 day to complete one trip to the DMV to take your CDL exam. Training days and times: Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Prerequisites: Completion of the ELDT Theory Course. Drivers permit is required prior to any on-road training.)
Loans, Grants and Financing
While our program is not financial aid eligible, there may be payment/financing options available to you from private sources.
- Alternative Loan Options
- Grant Opportunities
- Other Sources of Aid
- Area employers may offer a tuition reimbursement program
Truck Driving Refresher Simulator Training and Evaluation
Learn More about Simulator Training4 Hour Increments:
- One-on-One instruction
- Class A and Class B simulation in all weather types
- Evaluation of skills and proficiency for advancement to obtaining your CDL
“Truck driving is a challenging job. It’s physical and mental work. My teachers and training at LSC have prepared me for the road.”
-Vernon Keola
Alum, Truck Driving