Truck Driver Training

A requirement to enter the Truck Driver Training program is to have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class "A" learners permit.

This 24-hour exam prep course is designed to help individuals pass the written test at the NC Department of Motor Vehicles that is required to obtain a CDL Class "A" learners permit.

This exam prep class is not required, but is available for persons who need help in preparing to sit for the NC DMV exam.

Course Registration Fee: $91.10; includes student manual that will be issued in class.

Prior to registering online contact MaryAlice LaDue mtladue@gtcc.edu 336-334-4822 Ext. 57001. For questions call 336-334-4822 Ext. 87825. 

This 3-hour career awareness course will provide information on what you should know before pursuing a career in truck driving. This course is offered by the Human Resources Development (HRD) program in partnership with GTCC’s comprehensive Truck Driving Training program.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Employment of heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. As the demand for goods increases, more truck drivers will be needed to keep supply chains moving."

Topics covered:

• The job and lifestyle of trucking
• Career planning and long-term goals
• Living better on the road
• Hear from a truck driving professional
• Overview of GTCC’s Comprehensive Truck Driving Training program
• Walk-thru truck inspection

Course Registration Fee: No cost (fee-waived) for qualifying individuals who meet one of the following:

• Unemployed
• Received notification of pending layoff
• Working and eligible for Federal Earned Income Tax Credit
• Working and earning wages at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines

Book cost: None

Schedule: Coming soon

The Truck Driver Training (TDT) curriculum provides students with training to inspect and operate tractor-trailers; assume responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. This is a 320 hour course, Instruction will be 22% classroom and 78% on the driving range and/or on the road. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspection, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier’s safety regulations, trip planning, cargo handling, size/weight laws, general maintenance procedures; hours of service and vehicle accident prevention. 

Available Courses

Truck Driver Training – CDL Class A License
Location: Greensboro Campus, 3505 E. Wendover Ave. Greensboro, 27405
Course Registration Fee: $947.00; Books $95.30 + tax

Full-time courses: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday

Part-time courses: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday; 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday 

Prep Classes

Students can register for CDL Prep classes and Truck Driving: An Introduction to the Job and Lifestyle in one of three ways:

• To register online, visit: WebAdvisor and search for “CDL”.
• To register in person, complete a Continuing Education Registration Form and bring it, along with your payment* to one of these GTCC Campus locations:
  • Jamestown: 140 Jamestown Court, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Greensboro: 3505 E. Wendover Ave., Continuing Education Center, Monday – Thursday, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm and Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • High Point: 901 S. Main St., H1, Monday – Thursday, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm and Friday, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Mail: Download the registration form from website, and mail to GTCC, PO BOX 309, Jamestown, N.C. 27282. Download the form here: Con Ed Registration Form.

* Acceptable forms of payment include: check, cash, credit card, or money order.

Truck Driver Training Classes

Prior to registering online contact MaryAlice LaDue mtladue@gtcc.edu 336-334-4822 Ext. 57001.

Once all required documentation has been submitted you will register and pay on the Jamestown Campus. 

Or you can register and pay by mail. Download the Continuing Education registration form and mail to GTCC, PO BOX 309, Jamestown, and N.C. 27282.

Con ed Registration form

* Acceptable forms of payment include: check, cash, credit card, or money order.

Course Requirements:

Before you can register for class, we need to have copies of the following items:

1. CDL Class A permit – You can contact the NCDOT and make an appointment to take this written test. (If you need additional support studying for the permit test consider our CDL Prep course.)
2. Get your DOT physical by a certified medical examiner.
3. Get a copy of your three (3) year driving history (non-certified). This can be done on the DMV website.

Please upload your documents using the form below or send to MaryAlice LaDue mtladue@gtcc.edu.

GTCC will make a 100% refund of registration fees if you officially withdraw from class before the first class meeting.

GTCC will refund 75% of the registration fee (tuition only) if you officially withdraw from classes on the first day of class or before the class reaches the 10% point. The 10% point varies from class to class.

To request a refund, please call MaryAlice Ladue at 336-334-4822 Ext. 57001 or email at mtladue@gtcc.edu. 

If a class is canceled or full, GTCC will automatically process a full refund. Refunds are processed on a monthly basis and may take 4 to 6 weeks.

• Alcohol and drug testing: What drivers need to know driver handbook
• Daily Log Book
• Rand McNally Motor Carriers Road Atlas
• J.J. Keller Entry-Level Driver Training Obtaining a CDL Manual
• Keller Motor Carr Safety Reg Pocketbook
• Book cost: $94.30 + tax

You may be eligible for scholarships. Each scholarship has time sensitive application deadlines. Click on the link below to learn if you might meet the requirements. 

• Workforce and Continuing Education Scholarship
• Golden Leaf Scholarship Application

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS