CDL / CVO Training Course

State Requirements to obtain a Commercial License Permit:

Have a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MCSA5876). Physicals must be performed by a medical examiner certified by the National Registry of Medical Examiners. The medical form/physical must be in the STUDENTS possession at all times, he or she is operating the truck.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Have a valid class “A”, “license, issued by the same jurisdiction that issued the CLP.
Provide proof of Louisiana residency. Acceptable documentation includes but is not limited to the following: a Louisiana voter’s registration card, Louisiana property tax receipt, copy of rental agreement within the State of LA, utility statement (telephone, gas, water, cable) with applicant’s name and address.
Pay $15 application fee at DMV.
Complete a CDL Supplemental Form (DPSMV2211), initially and anytime the type of commerce changes.
Background check that is to be completed at your LSP office. We can take this out. No background check is needed for our program.

Truck

Intro to Trucking – a brief introduction of what you will be studying, plus discussions about the trucking industry and DOT qualifications

Hours of Service/Log Book – going through hours of service regulations, as well as the driver’s daily log and logbook

Competency Development – studying competency areas for your test at DMV, including air brakes and combination vehicles

Backing Maneuvers – Basic procedures for operating vehicles and tractor-trailers

Vehicle Maneuvers – More advanced procedures for operating vehicles and tractor-trailers as well as shifting and driving vehicles

Vehicle Inspection – Methods and documentation for inspections

Rowland, Alfonso E. Jr.
Coordinator CDL Program
arowla@dcc.edu
(504) 342-3433