CDL Training and Endorsements

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. All training is located on the Dothan campus.  Day classes run for 4-weeks, and night classes will run for 8 weeks. Training includes pre-trip, skills and public road per FMCSA rules. Must be at least 18 years, must be able to read and speak English, 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. Classes are first come first serve! 

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

To Get a CDL Class A Learner’s Permit. Study on www.CDL-Prep.com or the related app or by going to alea.gov – CDL Manual. Here are the sections you need to review:

1- Introduction
2 – Driving Safely
3- Transporting Cargo Safely
5 – Air Brakes
6- Combination Vehicles *remove this section if studying for a Class B permit
11 – Vehicle Inspection
12- Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test
13- On-Road Driving

You can take your permit test at any CDL Examiner’s office in your area. Call ahead or go online for an appointment.

Step 2: Email your DOT physical, permit and driver’s license to Ms. Kecia Forehand at kforehand@wallace.edu or Ms. Melissa Cole at mcole@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. Computer labs are available on our campus by request.

Step 4: After completion of the online theory, behind-the-wheel training is scheduled.  Eligible candidates are informed by email. Please make sure your mailbox is able to accept emails.

Step 5: FINAL STEP: DO NOT COLLECT THE DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY MS. FOREHAND OR MS. COLE.  You will receive an email requesting these documents.  These documents are time sensitive.

• Chain-of-Custody Drug Screen results (a release will be emailed to you).  We refer everyone to use Occmed Solutions for this service, they are located at 3144 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, Alabama 36303.
• Motor Vehicle Report (3 Year) –Obtain a copy of your Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

WCC Training Dates (dates are subject to change): 

Class A Day Classes: Day Classes are Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm (4 weeks)

May 12
June 23
August 4

Class A Night Classes:  Night Classes are Monday – Friday 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm (8 weeks)

May 27
August 4

Class B Day Classes: Day classes are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (1-Week maximum)

May 5
June 16
July 28

Class B Night Classes: Night classes are Monday-Friday 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm (1-Week)

May 19
July 28

All testing is done at the ALEA test site in Ozark.  You will be allowed to use Wallace’s equipment up to 3 times to test.  If you are a Florida resident that works for an Alabama based company, you will be tested in Florida and subject to the costs from the state of Florida.  The out-of-pocket expenses outlined below do not apply to Florida residents.   

             Individual Estimated Out of Pocket Expenses

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