The CDL Truck Driving Program at Wallace Community College will prepare you to operate a commercial vehicle and pass the commercial driver’s license (CDL) exam safely and effectively. The training is located on the Dothan campus and runs for 4 weeks. Includes theory and skills per FMCSA rules. Must be an Alabama resident with a valid Alabama driver’s license or provide proof of employment with an Alabama-based company to participate in this FREE TRAINING.
Required Registration Steps
Step 1: Study and take your knowledge test(s) for your permit at your local DMV, you will be required to have your DOT physical with you when you go to take your permit test. DOT physical providers Dothan Area
Step 2: Email your DOT physical, permit and driver’s license to Ms. Kecia Forehand at kforehand@wallace.edu
Step 3: Upon receipt of the above-mentioned documents, you will be emailed a link to the online entry level driver training (ELDT) theory course. Once you complete this course, additional documents will be requested. Computer labs are available by request.
Step 4: These items must be completed no more than 30 days prior to the first day of class. You will receive an email requesting these documents. Please do not obtain these documents until you are instructed to do so.
- Chain-of-Custody Drug Screen results (a release will be emailed to you)
- Motor Vehicle Report (3 Year) –Obtain a copy of your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
Step 5: After completion of theory, behind-the-wheel training is scheduled. Eligible candidates are informed by email.
See scheduled dates as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm
Class A (4-Weeks):
November 18
January 6
February 17
March 31
May 12
Class B (1-Week):
November 12
December 9
February 3
March 24
May 5
All schedules are subject to change without notice. Check this webpage for schedule updates.
Need education verifications? Please email kforehand@wallace.edu
Employers seeking training information contact Joe Johnson at jjohnson@wallace.edu or (334) 556-2390
All training equipment is automatic transmission.
All CDL students and instructors are subject to random drug screens.
Wallace offers the following endorsements: Hazmat, School Bus and Passenger
*Effective February 7, 2020, Alabama allows individuals ages 18-20 to apply for a Class A CDL:
- No hazmat or passenger endorsements
- Prohibited from operating oversize or specially configured loads requiring a permit from ALDOT.
- Limited to commercial driving within the State of Alabama only (intrastate)
Individual Estimated Out of Pocket Expenses
| Payable to Outside Sources Before Class Starts | DOT Physical & Drug Screen | $175 (estimate) |
| Payable to Vendors (ALEA) | Motor Vehicle Report | $5.75 (plus online transaction fee) |
| Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Written Test | $26 |
| Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Learner’s Permit | $38 |
| Payable to Vendors (DMV) | On the Road Test | $22 |
| Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Driver’s License | $68.90 (Class A) |
| Payable to Vendors (DMV) | CDL Endorsements | $15.60 (each/ 3 possible) |
| Estimated Out of Pocket Expenses | $351.25 |
For more information regarding Classes of License and Endorsements and Restrictions, please visit the FMCSA Commercial Drivers License page.
Visit the Alabama Law Enforcement Driver License Department website, the Alabama Commercial Drivers License Manual and the ALEA CDL FAQ for more information