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Prepare for a career in the lucrative, growing trucking industry with JCCC. Our quality training can help you earn your Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A).
About the JCCC CDL-A Program
If you're at least 18 years old (for intrastate driving; 21 for interstate driving) and are interested in becoming a commercial truck driver, the JCCC CDL program is your best next step. Choose from two formats to fit your schedule:
9-Week Program
- Classroom learning on CDL theory will be 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays for 7 weeks
- Range and over-the-road training Saturdays and Sundays for a minimum of 7 weeks (up to 9 weeks depending on progress)
- Behind the wheel training each week (6-8 hours) on a truck driving range and over the road — up to 60 hours of real-world training
4-Week Program (accelerated)
- Class will meet 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
- Hybrid schedule with a mix of theory and range training covered every day
- Behind the wheel training each week (6-8 hours) on a truck driving range and over the road — up to 60 hours of real-world training
Fox 4 WDAF-TV interviewed instructor Rob Kluender in a December Great Day KC segment. Watch and learn how CDL training can benefit long-haul and local drivers.
Take Your Next Steps
- Have a valid driver's license from your state of residence
- Have a valid Class A commercial learner's permit (including general knowledge, air brake and combination vehicle endorsement) from your state of residence
- You must take and pass the test at the local DMV to obtain the CDL-A Permit.
- To prepare for the test, you will need to study sections 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13 in the Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual. A Kansas permit costs $13.
- If you are a Missouri student, you will need to reference the Missouri Commercial Driver’s License Handbook. You can also pick up a copy of the study guide at the DMV. A Missouri permit costs $41.
- You must take and pass the test at the local DMV to obtain the CDL-A Permit.
- Sign a drug test release form and pass a 10-panel drug screen within 30 days before the start of class
- Pass a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical
- Complete a motor vehicle record check
- Arrange for funding or financing for the course fee
- CDL students have several funding options available, including veterans and other program scholarships, payment plans and alternative student loans
— Scot H.
"It was very easy to find employment. I like that so many companies came to class to seek us out. The instructors I had were very encouraging and gave me confidence to accomplish the program."
Connect with our CDL Program Coordinator to learn more and get started.
Nicholas Gonzalez
913-469-8500 x3332
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