Truck Driving (CDL Class A)

Program Information

Degree Type

12-credit Technical Diploma

Program Code

30-458-1

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

Dates Vary

How You'll Learn

Daytime

Evening

Weekend

Program Overview Schedule Options Program Cost

Truck drivers transport goods from one point to another, oftentimes traveling through multiple states and navigating adverse road and weather conditions. In this program, prepare to earn a Class A Commercial Truck Driver's License. Gain knowledge of federal and state regulations, safety procedures, hazardous materials, bills of lading, loading and securing, and air brake systems.

This program consists of 128 hours each of classroom instruction, time driving on the track and road driving.

A 10-week daytime option (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) is offered in fall, spring and summer semesters.
A 16-week evening option (Monday-Friday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., plus one Saturday, 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) is offered during the fall and spring semesters.
A 19-week weekend option (Saturdays and Sundays, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) is offered during the fall and spring semesters.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Costs

Semi Kit: $140
iPad (128GB) - optional, rent from WCTC Bookstore: $100
DOT Physical: approximately $75
CDL Learner's Permit: $30
CDL Skills and Road Test: $150

Transportation Meet & Greet

Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 9:00 - 1:00 p.m.
CDL Training Track

Meet with WCTC instructors and staff to learn about our transportation programs.

Network with employers in the truck driving and diesel technician industries looking for new talent.

Get details on industry benefits and advancement opportunities.

Celebrate the 20th year anniversary of WCTC’s Truck Driving Program!

In the event of rain, the event will be rescheduled for April 27.

How To Start

Participants in this program must possess a valid regular driver's license, speak and read English, and be at least 18 years of age. Program students must obtain a Wisconsin Commercial Class A learner's permit to participate in the program.

Contact our Truck Driving Hotline at truckdriving@wctc.edu or 262.691.5502.

Create a student account online or call 262.691.5578 (if you do not already have one).

What Makes This Program Unique?

Graduates will have an opportunity to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License; endorsements for hazardous materials, tankers and doubles/triples; air brake certification; and a National Safety Council Defensive Driving Certificate.

Train in a state-of-the-art truck driving simulator that can replicate real-life high-risk situations within a safe environment before advancing to driving tractor-trailers with an instructor on area roadways.

Participate in service-learning projects that benefit the community. In the past, instructors and students transported donated food to the Food Pantry of Waukesha.