Holmes Community College will begin new classes for its Professional Truck Driver Training Program on Monday, Sept. 16, at locations across the district.
The six- to eight-week program prepares students to enter the commercial truck driving industry. Classes will be held Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Holmes’ campuses in Goodman, Ridgeland, Grenada, Kosciusko, and Yazoo City.
The program includes classroom instruction, training in a controlled driving environment, and road driving. Students will learn to operate diesel-powered vehicles, understand Department of Transportation rules and regulations, master shifting techniques, and conduct pre- and post-trip inspections. The course also covers loading and unloading cargo and maintaining necessary records.
The cost of the program is $1,450. Students must be at least 18 years old and have a Class A permit.
Seating is limited. For more information, contact Kim Fowler at kfowler@holmescc.edu.
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