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ACDLI Program

The ARES CDL Institute offers a comprehensive 210-hour for Class A program and 105-hour for Class B program that seamlessly integrates classroom instruction with practical driving training. This meticulously designed six-week schedule includes introductory sessions, specialized courses in restrictive driving, on-road training, and final preparations, culminating in a comprehensive final exam. Our students experience a balanced approach, honing both theoretical knowledge and hands-on driving skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for a successful career in commercial truck driving.

By the end of the program, our students have undergone a balanced and rigorous training regimen, honing both their theoretical knowledge and hands-on driving skills. This ensures they are well-prepared and confident to embark on successful careers in commercial truck driving. At ARES CDL Institute, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality education and training, empowering our students to achieve their professional goals.

Program Outline

WEEK 1

INTRODUCTION TO CDL DRIVING

Students will begin learning the basics of commercial truck driving in an classroom group setting. Topics covered will be Vehicle Systems, Pre-Trip Inspection, Initial Road Orientation. Students must complete chapters 1-16 of learning as required by the FMCSA.

EXAMS:

  • Theory Quiz (Pass: 80%)
  • Driving Assessment (Pass: 80%)

WEEK 2

ADVANCED DRIVING TECHNIQUES

Students will cover topics such as Defensive Driving, Road Safety & Regulations. Students will complete chapters 17-24 of classroom teaching and application practice. Qualified students will be eligible to begin on-road driving in a closed course environment.

EXAMS:

  • Theory Exam (Pass: 80%)
  • Driving Assessment (Pass: 80%)

WEEK 3

RANGE SKILLS

Topics covered this week include Backing, Parking, Coupling/Uncoupling Trailers. Students will complete chapters 25-27 of classroom teaching and application practice. and closed course training, students will be eligible to begin on-road driving training.

EXAM:  Course Quiz (Pass: 80%)

WEEK 4

ON-ROAD SKILLS

Students will be covering the technical aspects of driving in various terrains – Urban, Rural, and Highway Driving.

EXAM:  Final Exam (Pass: 80%)

WEEK 5

COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

The course will include Mock Exams (Pre-Trip, Range, Road).

EXAM:  Course Quiz (Pass: 80%)

WEEK 6

FINAL SKILLS PRACTICE

Students will learn CDL Testing Prep and Certification Readiness.

EXAM:  Final Exam (Pass: 80%)

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