CDL / CVO Training Course

To Enroll You Must:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Have a current driver’s license
  • Have a Class A DOT learner’s permit
  • Pass a background check
  • Pass a DOT physical and drug screen

Truck

What You Will Learn:

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 advances procedures for operating vehicles and tractor-trailers as well as shifting and
driving vehicles

Vehicle Inspection - Methods and documentation for inspections

2025-2026 Course Dates:

• July 1 - August 15, 2025
• August 4 - September 19, 2025
• September 15 - November 7, 2025
• November 3 - December 12, 2025
• January 5 - February 20, 2026
• February 2 - March 20, 2026
• March 16 - May 1, 2026
• April 6 - May 22, 2026
• May 4 - June 19, 2026

Dates are tentative and subject to change.

Course Details:

Course runs 5 - 6 weeks with day and evening times available.

Course Location:

Delgado River City Site
709 Churchill Parkway
Avondale, LA 70094

Contact:

Patricia Dabney
504-342-3406
pdabne@dcc.edu