The Texas State Technical College (TSTC) Professional Driving Academy is a program in which you'll learn specific skill sets related to the professional truck driving occupation. The program prepares trainees to test for a Class A Commercial Driver’s License. The program is designed to lead graduates to immediate employment within the transportation industry after four weeks of hands-on training.
The Professional Driving Academy is offered at Texas State Technical College in Harlingen. Our classrooms and labs are interactive and have a real-world setting. We offer you the training, knowledge and hands-on skills to prepare you for commercial truck driving in the transportation industry. Our instructors are dedicated to providing students the necessary hands-on experience and technical know-how needed to succeed. This program includes classroom, driving and technical instruction that focuses on preparing individuals to operate a truck and applicable equipment in the transportation industry.
CDL Classes are offered Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm (160 Hours) (4 Weeks)
Evening Courses are offered Monday-Friday 5:30 pm-9:30 pm (Must have 5 students or more to open up the section) (160 Hours) (8 Weeks)
The Professional Driving Academy consists of the following courses:
- Professional Driving Academy I (CVOP 1013)
TSTC is currently taking applications for the Professional Driving Academy. Prospective students will need to turn in the packet and requirement 5 days before a class begins. Please call the office for the next available dates
- Pass a DOT Physical and Drug Test
- Hold a current Class C driver’s license without warrants or pending criminal charges
- Be at least 18 years of age. Please note that students under the age of 21 cannot drive outside
the State of Texas are not eligible for the Hazardous Materials Endorsement. - Provide a Driving Record (Will be in application package how to obtain it).
- Possess a valid drivers license
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Copy of drug screen
- Provide Medical Examination Report Certificate
- Payment for the course
- Provide driving record
- Attend mandatory pre-course
Professional Bus Driver Training
| Truck Driving | |
| Tuition Fee | $4500 |
| Drug Testing | $40 - $50 (depending on location) |
| CDL Testing | $97 |
| Learner's Permit | $25 |
| DOT Physical | $40 - $60 (depending on test location) |
For more information call Linda Cavazos at 956-364-4553 or via email at linda.cavazos@tstc.edu