Commercial Driver 3 Week

Admission to the institution is open to all individuals who:

• Are at least 18 years of age.
• Provide the school with a U.S. High School Diploma, GED, a recognized state equivalent or pass this institution’s Entrance Examination.
• Students enrolling in the Ag Transportation program must have a High School Diploma, GED, or a recognized state equivalent to be eligible for any federal financial aid; applicants must provide valid documentation.

The following is a list of items that must be completed prior to enrollment:

• Completion of an ACI pre-application
• Completion of ACI’s enrollment requirements, which include the following: Completion of ACI enrollment forms; Signed disclosure forms; Copy of valid driver license or photo identification card; Copy of Social Security Card; Original Department of Motor Vehicles driving print out (Transportation Programs Only)
• Copy of High School Diploma, GED, a recognized state equivalent or pass this institution’s Entrance Examination.
• Complete orientation
• Obtain a copy of school catalog/student handbook
• Signed school enrollment agreement

Admission Procedures

Prospective students may apply for admission to the School by scheduling an interview with the Admissions Department. After filling out a pre-application questionnaire, applicants will be interviewed by an Admissions representative to ascertain their interests and previous educational and professional experience. Applicants will then receive a tour of the facility and have an opportunity to ask any questions they may have.

The Admissions Department will refer any student interested in Financial Aid to the Financial Aid Office for information and completion of the required forms.

If an applicant should choose to enroll with Advanced Career Institute, he/she will be required to attend orientation.

Programs leading to occupations requiring licensure may have licensure requirements that prohibit enrollment of applicants with relevant past driving, medical, and/or criminal records. This information is available in the “Additional Program Requirements” section of the catalog.

Once the applicant has satisfactorily completed all entrance requirements, the applicant will be admitted to the program at the next available start date depending upon space availability. Seats are assigned on a first come - first serve basis to all qualified students. Applicants required to take the Entrance Examination that do not meet the minimum score requirements for their chosen program are eligible to retest.

Orientation for all new students is conducted prior to the first day of class. During this orientation, required paperwork will be completed and executed along with a recap of important information concerning administrative, educational, and placement policies and procedures that each student will need during the course of instruction.

Advanced Career Institute does not admit international students from other countries, does not provide visa services, and will not vouch for student status or any associated charges.

Offered in Fresno, Las Vegas, Merced & Visalia.

120 clock hours/credits · 3 week program.

The following courses are required to obtain a certificate in this field:

• CD 200 CD3N – Entry Level Driver Training Theory — 40 clock hours
• CD 201 CD3N – Entry Level Driver Training Pre & Post Trip Inspection — 24 clock hours
• CD 300 CD3N – Entry Level Driver Training Skills — 24 clock hours
• CD 310 CD3N – Entry Level Driver Training Public Road — 32 clock hours
• Program Total — 120 clock hours

Course Descriptions

CD200 CD3N - Entry Level Driver Training Theory (40 Clock Hours). This course will provide the student with the entry-level driver theory requirements mandated by 49 CFR Part 380 Subpart F. The theory requirements include Basic Operation (vehicle orientation, control systems and dashboard, pre and post trip inspections, basic control, shifting/operating transmissions, backing and docking, coupling, and uncoupling); Safe Operating Procedures (visual search, communication, distracted driving, speed management, space management, night operation, extreme driving conditions); Advanced Operating Practices (hazard perception, skid control and recovery, railroad-highway grade crossings, vehicle systems and reporting malfunctions, identification and diagnosis of malfunctions, roadside inspections, and maintenance); and Non-Driving Activities (handling and documenting cargo, environmental compliance issues, hours of service, fatigue and wellness awareness, post-crash procedures, external communications, whistleblower/coercion, trip planning, drugs and alcohol, and medical requirements). Students must pass all Entry Level Driver Training theory tests with a minimum score of at least 80% to successfully complete the theory portion. Students will then be certified through FMCSA to allow them to take CDL Skills and Drive test.

CD 201 CD3N - Entry Level Driver Training Pre & Post Trip Inspection (24 Clock Hours). This course covers hands on pre trip inspections and air brake testing procedures as mandated in 49 CFR Part 392.7 and 396.11. Students will demonstrate correct procedures for air brake system tests, pre trip, enroute, and post trip inspections and the appropriate location(s) to conduct these inspections. Students must demonstrate proficiency in each one of the areas to complete this course.

CD 300 CD3N - Entry Level Driver Training Skills (24 Clock Hours). This course provides the student with mandated training necessary to master basic backing maneuvers covered in 49 CFR Part §§ 383.111 and 383.113. These maneuvers include Straight Line Backing, Alley Dock Backing, Off-Set Backing, Parallel Parking Blind Side, Parallel Parking Sight Side, and Coupling/Uncoupling. Students must demonstrate proficiency in each one of the areas to complete this course.

CD 310 CD3W - Entry Level Driver Training Public Road (32 Clock Hours). This course covers the driving skills needed to safely operate a commercial vehicle on a public road. Students will be able to apply the knowledge learned during the theory portion of the program and begin the hands-on portion of the training. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate proficiency in vehicle controls, shifting, communications/signaling, visual search, speed and space management, safe driver behavior, hours of service requirements, hazard perception, railroad/highway grade crossing, night operation, extreme driving conditions, skid control/recovery, jackknifing, and other emergencies. Exception – Students are not required to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: night operation, extreme conditions, skid control/recovery, jackknifing, and other emergencies. Instructors will discuss each of these areas during training.

Financial Aid Programs

Advanced Career Institute maintains a staff of financial aid professionals to assist students in obtaining the financial assistance they require to meet their educational expenses. Available resources include federal and state aid. Federal assistance programs are administered through the U.S. Department of Education. Any U.S. citizen, national, or person in the United States for other than temporary reasons who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment may apply for these programs. Most forms of financial assistance are available for each July 1 – June 30 award period.

To be considered for Federal Financial Aid, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Once the student completes the FAFSA, and it is processed by the government, the school will receive an ISIR which will contain the Student Aid Index (SAI) and let the student know if he/she is selected for verification.

Federal Pell Grant. The Federal Pell Grant is an important source of aid for students. The amount of the award depends upon the determination of the student’s eligibility, his/her enrollment status, cost of attendance, and a payment schedule issued by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Federal Direct Loan Program (FDLP). The Federal Direct Loan Program has both subsidized and unsubsidized loans. A subsidized loan is awarded on the basis of financial need; the federal government pays interest on the subsidized loan until repayment begins and during authorized periods of deferment. An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis of need; the borrower is charged interest from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full.

Federal Direct Parent Loan For Undergraduate Students (PLUS). PLUS loans are for parents with good credit histories who want to borrow to help pay for their children’s education. Loans are made available to the parents of a dependent student by the US Department of Education.

Students may be eligible to participate in various funding programs offered through the Veterans Administration. Financial arrangements, including FAFSA, scholarships, third-party agency funding, and/or cash payment plans, must be made with the Financial Aid Office prior to enrolling.

Placement Assistance

Advanced Career Institute provides assistance with job placement to all completers who are in good standing with the institution and wish to use the service.

No guarantee of placement can be made, however, completers who wish to do so may take advantage of a number of services provided which may include the following:

• Assistance with the preparation of employment interviewing and completion of job applications
• Direct employer referrals
• Information regarding job market and employment trends
• Employment seeking skills
• Assistance with preparation and updating of resumes

Advanced Career Institute offers continuous assistance with job placement to all completers who are in good standing with the institution; eligible completers may use the placement services infinitely.

Advising

Advanced Career Institute is aware of various situations which may arise and create learning obstacles for students. Whenever possible, the students are given the necessary supportive environment to enable each student to continue his/her studies.

Each student is required to tour the facilities prior to enrollment, and orientation for all new students is conducted prior to the first day of class. During orientation, required paperwork will be completed along with a recap of important administrative, educational, and placement policies and procedures.

Individual Tutoring. Various tutoring options are available to students. These options should be discussed with the Campus Director to determine the most suitable plan.

Media Resource Center. Advanced Career Institute provides faculty, staff, and students with a media resource center equipped with an internet-accessible computer and literature relevant to the courses offered at each of its campuses. Distance Education students have 24/7 access to e-reference resources, which may include electronic books, reference materials, academic databases, instructional media, and other digital learning resources included as part of their technology licensing fee.

Dress Code. ACI prepares students for professional careers and believes it is important for each student to appear well groomed and professionally dressed while on campus or in situations in which you are representing the school. A summer dress code is available to transportation students from the first day of May through the last day of October.