Program Description
SBC’s CDL Curriculum will provide students with competencies and skill to assist in obtaining a North Dakota or South Dakota Class ‘A’ Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Students gain a working knowledge of a tractor and trailer through a combination of classroom, simulation and behind the-wheel driver training.
Program Outcomes
- The students will demonstrate mastery of driving safety skills for chosen class of Commercial Driver’s License.
- The students will demonstrate a working knowledge of standard safety practices set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- The students will demonstrate knowledge of all North or South Dakota Department of Transportation Regulations.
Career Opportunities
Overall employment of delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.
About 190,700 openings for delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.