Commercial Driver’s License

A shortage of long-haul drivers prompted the creation of Big Bend Community College’s Commercial Truck Driving Program. The course provides classroom study and behind-the-wheel driving and experience. Classes cover a variety of professional topics and prepare students for entry-level job opportunities. Classes include defensive driving techniques, brake adjustment, equipment inspection, hazardous material transportation, DOT log books, trip planning and other job related topics. Class space is limited and early registration is strongly recommended. Dorms are available.

Enrolling in the CDL Training Program

In order to successfully enroll into the CDL Training Program please follow these steps:

  1. Complete and submit the CDL Application packet to Julia Gamboa
  2. Explore financial assistance program

Call, email or come find us if you have any questions.  

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CDL Program Schedule

SUMMER Quarter  FALL Quarter  WINTER Quarter  SPRING Quarter 
July 1-Aug. 5

Sept. 23-Oct. 25
Nov. 4-Dec. 13

Jan. 2-Feb. 6
Feb. 18 -March 21

March 31-May 2
May 12-June 13
Program Outcomes
Career Possibilities
Transfer Options
Industry Connections
Scholarships & Grants
  1. Students, who successfully complete the program, will have the skills to be employed in the trucking industry.
  2. Students, who successfully complete the program, will have obtained the skills to pass the State CDL Exam.
  3. Demonstrate safe driving techniques
  4. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  5. Demonstrate safe coupling and uncoupling techniques
  6. Demonstrate safe shifting, backing and maneuvering
  7. Complete documents pertaining to cargo, hazardous materials, mileage, trip sheets, etc.
  8. Complete log books accurately

For job shadows, tours, and internships, check out the Career Services.

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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
309 E 5th Ave
Moses Lake, WA 98837
(509) 766-5570

Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC)
309 W 3rd Avenue
Moses Lake, WA 98837
(509) 765-8206

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CDL Contact
CDL Faculty/Staff
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Garza, Guillermo

CDL Associate Professor
guillermog@bigbend.edu
(509) 793-2221
Program Coordinator, Julia Gamboa

Gamboa, Julia

Program Coordinator for Workforce Education Programs
juliag@bigbend.edu
(509) 793-2045
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