Class A Cdl Preparatory is a Diploma program offered by Fortis College in Scranton, PA. The program takes 4 weeks to complete.
Program Overview
The Class A CDL Preparatory program is a short, intensive course designed to help a reasonably diligent student take and pass the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) test. Graduates gain the skills and knowledge for entry-level employment as a tractor-trailer or straight-truck driver.
The program is designed to help entry-level drivers find a first job with a larger carrier that provides additional in-house training, while exceptional students may find employment with smaller companies. Training combines classroom instruction, hands-on practice in a range/yard, and on-the-road driving.
What sets this Program apart
- Earn a Class A CDL Preparatory diploma in about 4 weeks (172 clock hours).
- Combines classroom theory, practice-yard skills, and behind-the-wheel road training.
- Prepares students to take and pass the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test.
- A CDL Learner’s Permit is required before on-the-road training begins.
- Taught at the campus’s CDL training facility.
General Requirements
- A high school diploma or its recognised equivalent, with documentation. Foreign credentials must be translated into English and evaluated as equivalent or higher by a NACES-member…
- You must be at least 17 years old when your program of study starts.
- Complete an applicant information form and interview with an admissions advisor or other administrative staff.
- Achieve the campus’s published minimum score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE). A passing score is valid for three years; ask the campus for this program’s minimum.
- Meet all financial obligations and complete the tuition payment requirements.
- Sign the Fortis enrollment agreement once accepted.
Application Process
- 1Speak to an admissions advisorEvery applicant is assigned an admissions advisor who explains the curriculum and policies and books the interviews you need.
- 2Submit your documentationProvide proof of high school completion and complete the applicant information form. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure Fortis receives every required document.
- 3Sit the Wonderlic SLETake the Scholastic Level Exam and reach this program’s published minimum. Accommodations must be requested under the catalog’s policy — campus staff cannot approve them.
- 4Financial aidFortis participates in federal student aid including Pell Grants, Direct Loans, PLUS Loans and Federal Work-Study. File the FAFSA and meet the campus financial aid office.FAFSA Code for Fortis Institute in Scranton: 030116Complete FAFSA Application
- 5Sign the enrollment agreementAdmission decisions weigh your fulfilment of the requirements, your previous educational records and your career interests.
Program Schedule
The Class A CDL Preparatory program is 172 clock hours over about 4 weeks, delivered on-campus. Training is organized into three modules — CDL Preparatory theory (82 hours), Basic Vehicle Control Skills (45 hours), and Road Skills (45 hours). Scheduling is at the discretion of the school and hours are subject to change.
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Required Courses
| Subject # | Name |
|---|---|
| MODULE 1 | CDL Preparatory |
| MODULE 2 | Basic Vehicle Control Skills I |
| MODULE 3 | Road Skills |
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited program means your education has met independently reviewed quality standards designed to protect students.
The Class A CDL Preparatory program at Fortis Institute in Scranton is offered at a campus accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Eligible for federal Title IV financial aid
- Independently reviewed against published standards
- Recognised by employers in the field
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Fortis Institute in Scranton Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Contact the campus financial aid office for current tuition and total program cost for the Class A CDL Preparatory program.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Complete the FAFSA and speak with the campus financial aid office to learn what you are eligible for.
Curriculum
| Module | Focus | Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | CDL Preparatory — basic operation, safe operating procedures, advanced operating practices, identification and diagnosis of malfunctions, non-driving activities | 82 |
| Module 2 | Basic Vehicle Control Skills I — inspections, straight-line backing, alley dock, off-set backing, parallel parking | 45 |
| Module 3 | Road Skills — vehicle control, shifting, communication, visual search, speed and space management, hazard perception, night and extreme-condition driving | 45 |
| Total | 172 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared to seek entry-level employment as a tractor-trailer driver or straight-truck driver. After passing the CDL test, graduates are qualified to operate a tractor-trailer with a gross vehicle weight up to 80,000 lbs.
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