Drive Your Ambition — Start Your Journey with Robeson Community College Truck Driver Training!
What You’ll Learn
Safe & responsible driving techniques
Commercial motor vehicle laws & regulations
Defensive driving & accident prevention
Vehicle maintenance & daily log requirements
Freight handling, security, and fire protection
Map reading and trip planning
How You’ll Train
With Robeson Community College Truck Driver Training, you’ll receive a blend of classroom instruction, range training, and real highway driving to build the confidence and skills you need to succeed.
Career Opportunities
Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to take the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Exam, unlocking opportunities such as:
Employment with major trucking companies
Becoming an owner-operator and running your own business
Flexible Course Options
Robeson Community College Truck Driver Training offers options to fit your schedule:
Day Course – For those who prefer a traditional daytime schedule
Night Course – For students who need evening flexibility
Train on Real Equipment. Gain Real Skills. Start a Real Career.
Take the wheel of your future with Robeson Community College Truck Driver Training — where ambition meets opportunity.
Robeson Community College offers various courses to meet your Truck Driving needs. Listed below are opportunities available to assist you in starting or enhancing your Truck Driving Career!
Truck Driver Academy
B to Class A -or Refresh Your Class A Skills
Class B CDL-Class B with Passenger
CDL Permit Prep
Contact
The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training Academy at Robeson Community College is a comprehensive program designed to prepare individuals for entry-level employment as tractor-trailer drivers. The course provides in-depth instruction in the operation of commercial motor vehicles with a focus on safety, compliance, and practical driving skills.
Students will learn essential topics including commercial motor vehicle laws and regulations, safe driving techniques, defensive driving strategies, freight handling, security procedures, fire protection, vehicle maintenance, daily log requirements, and map reading for trip planning.
Training is delivered through a combination of classroom instruction, online learning modules, closed-course range exercises, and supervised highway driving. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience to ensure students gain the confidence and competence required to operate commercial vehicles safely and efficiently.
Graduates of the program will be eligible to take the NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Skills Exam.
Requirements
To enroll in the Class A CDL Program, students must:
Be 18 years of age or older at the time of registration
Have a valid North Carolina driver’s license and Social Security card
Submit full payment of $682.60 at the time of registration
Attend the mandatory orientation scheduled for your class session
Disqualifying Violations (Within the Last 5 Years)
Applicants will not be admitted to the program if convicted of any of the following offenses within the past five (5) years:
DUI/DWI
Leaving the scene of an accident
Felony drug possession
Careless and reckless driving
License suspension
Refusal to take a chemical test
More than three (3) moving violations
Age Restriction Notice
Students who are 18 to 20 years old are subject to the age-based limitations outlined in:
49 CFR Part 391.11
G.S. 20-317.13
FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations
These may limit certain driving opportunities (e.g., interstate or hazardous materials transport).
CDL Day Academy Program
Program Format:
Technology Requirement: Students must have access to a computer, laptop, or tablet for online coursework
Duration: 10 weeks (480 hours)
Schedule: Daytime classes;(M-Th) subject to change due to inclement weather
CDL Night Academy Program
Program Format:
Technology Requirement: Students must have access to a computer, laptop, or tablet for online coursework
Duration: 20 weeks (480 hours)
Schedule: Night classes;(M,Th) subject to change due to inclement weather
Printed copy of your North Carolina Driver’s License
Printed copy of your Social Security Card
Items Due by Week 3 of Class
DOT Physical Exam
DOT Drug-Screening Test (Chain of Custody form will be issued by RCC)
Non-Certified DMV Driving Record
Important: Failure to submit all required documents by Week 3 may result in dismissal from the program.
Mandatory Orientation Date
If you have registered for the Truck Driver Training Course please be advised that your mandatory orientation is scheduled as follows:
If you Registered for Day (July 13 – September 17, 2026 )
Date: July 8, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Robeson Community College, Main Campus Workforce Development Building 18, Room 1803
If you Registered for Day (October 5, 2026 – December 10, 2026)
Date: October 1, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Room 1803, Main Campus
If Registered Night Training Course (January 5, 2026 – May 30, 2026)
Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Robeson Community College, Main Campus Workforce Development Building 18, Room 1803
Please make plans to attend.
Already Have a Class B CDL? Ready to Upgrade to a Class A?
Our CDL Class A Upgrade Program is designed specifically for drivers who currently hold a Class B CDL and want to advance their careers by upgrading to a Class A license.
Through this program, you’ll learn:
Proper tractor-trailer driving procedures
Safe driving responsibilities
Federal and state CMV laws and regulations
Basic operating principles for commercial vehicles
Access to a computer, laptop, or tablet is required for course completion.
Upon successful completion, you will:
Be eligible to take the Class A Commercial Driver’s License Exam
Meet all Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements
Take your final CDL licensing exam on-site, administered by our licensed examiners
Take the next step toward expanding your driving opportunities—upgrade to Class A with confidence!
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of registration.
Hold a valid Class B Driver’s License and possess a Social Security card.
Obtain a valid Class A Learner’s Permit prior to registration.
Have a current DOT Physical.
Submit full payment of $682.60 at the time of registration.
Schedule
Please email bballard@robeson.edu for information regarding upcoming Class B to Class A CDL courses.
Cost & Registration
Total Program Cost: $682.60
A total of $682.60 is due to Robeson Community College at the time of registration. * This covers your tuition and truck fee.
Cost Breakdown:
Item
Cost
Responsibility
Truck Fee
$500.00
Paid to Robeson Community College
Tuition
$182.60
Paid to Robeson Community College
DOT Physical
$50.00
Estimated – applicant is responsible
DOT Drug Screening
$70.00
Estimated – applicant is responsible
DMV Driving Record
$5.00
Estimated – applicant is responsible
DMV Permit
$75.00
Estimated – applicant is responsible
Dump Truck or Activity Bus?
A Class B CDL is required to operate:
A single vehicle with a GVWR over 26,001 pounds
A trailer not exceeding 10,000 pounds
Vehicles designed to transport 24 or more passengers, including the driver
Our CDL Academy offers:
Extensive range and road driving practice
Combined classroom instruction and online coursework
Full preparation for the Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) skills exam.
At the conclusion of the program, you’ll complete your licensing on-site with our licensed examiners by taking the official Class B CDL test.
Requirements
To be eligible for enrollment in the Class B CDL Program, students must meet the following criteria:
Be 18 years of age or older at the time of registration
Have a valid North Carolina driver’s license and Social Security card
Possess a valid Class B Learner’s Permit
Have a current DOT Physical
Make full payment of $582.60 at the time of registration
Post-Registration Requirement
After completing registration, students are required to schedule an appointment with the Program Coordinator at least 5 days prior to the first day of class.
Prepare to earn your Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) with our CDL Permit Prep course. This self-paced online course is designed to help students build a strong foundation in commercial driving knowledge and successfully pass the written exams required to obtain a Class A or Class B permit.
Course Topics Include:
General Knowledge
Air Brakes
Combination Vehicles (required for Class A)
Upon successful completion, students will be well-prepared to pass the North Carolina DMV CDL Permit Exam.
Course Details:
Offered online only
Self-paced, 24-hour course
Includes access to practice tests and study materials
Covers permit application guidance and testing tips
This course is ideal for individuals new to commercial driving or those needing a refresher before testing.
Requirements & Cost
To enroll in the CDL Permit Prep course, students must meet the following criteria:
Be 18 years of age or older by the first-class meeting date
Have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License
Complete registration and submit full payment of $72.00 prior to the course start date
Log in on the first day of class — failure to do so will result in ineligibility for a refund
Complete 100% of the course contact hours (24 hours) to receive credit for completion
Course Format: This course is offered online only and is self-paced. Total course time is 24 hours.
Important: Be sure you’re ready to commit to the full course in order to gain the most benefit and be prepared for DMV permit testing.
Schedule & Registration
This class begins on the second Monday of each month, runs for two weeks, and is offered once a month.
Upcoming Start Dates: (Check your calendar for the second Monday of each month)
