South Piedmont Community College announced it is enrolling students for truck driving classes that start as early as January. According to a release by the institution, financial assistance is available that will cover the majority of costs to the student.
Students at South Piedmont can choose to pursue either their CDL-A or CDL-B license. Classes can be completed in as little as a few weeks.
The upcoming class schedule is as follows:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Old Charlotte Highway Campus, Monroe
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Old Charlotte Highway Campus, Monroe
5-9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays
Old Charlotte Highway Campus, Monroe
5-9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays
Old Charlotte Highway Campus, Monroe
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
L.L. Polk Campus, Polkton
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
L.L. Polk Campus, Polkton
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the truck driving field will grow by 4% through 2032. Truck drivers in 2022 made a median wage of $49,920 annually.
“This really is a great career,” said Cornelius Dunlap, South Piedmont’s CDL instructor and a former truck driver in the release. “Many of our graduates get hired immediately after completing the program. They’re on the road, making a great wage to support their families, and getting to see the United States in the process. We take great pride in preparing students to be successful behind the wheel – and wherever the road may take them.”
Interested students should contact [email protected] to determine if they qualify for financial assistance.