Transportation

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Motorcycle riding  has never been more popular.  With today's high gas prices, many people are looking to cycling as a way to beat the high cost of getting around.  Besides, cycle riding is just plain fun!  But cycling also carries special risks, so before you take to the road, make sure you know how to keep yourself safe.

CBIZ is your resource for commercial transportation training. We provide industry-responsive driver and safety training that meets the growing needs of the transportation sector for new employees and advanced and refresher level training for your current staff.

The trucking industry is one of the fastest growing and largest employment sectors in today’s economy. The Center for Business at Southeastern Community College offers convenient, stream-lined CDL training programs designed to get you on the road quickly. 

•    Classroom and Hands-On instruction
•    Tailored Training Programs: Full & Refresher Courses
•    Solid reputation-we have trained drivers from across 
     the United States.
•    Job placement assistance-we help match you with the 
     best companies after graduation
•    Full tuition assistance may be available    

GAP Tuition Assistance Program
GAP Tuition Assistance Application

Check out the Transportation classes below or click  to visit the Truck Driving Certificate page for more details.  Call (319) 208-5382 for class start date and to register.

Please note that all transportation class registrations must be processed via phone (319) 208-5375) or in person as special requirements are necessary.  

Commercial Driving Programs

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Course Date
CDL Class A & B Theory & Permit Training 6/12/2023
CDL Class A & B  Theory & Permit Training 7/31/2023
CDL Class A & B Theory & Permit Training 9/18/2023
CDL Class A & B Theory & Permit Training 11/6/2023
CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Training 6/19/2023
CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Training 8/7/2023
CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Training 9/25/2023
CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Training 11/13/2023
Class B CDL with School Bus & Passenger Endorsement - Full Program 6/12/2023
Class B CDL with School Bus & Passenger Endorsement - Full Program 9/18/2023
Class B CDL with School Bus & Passenger Endorsement - Full Program 11/6/2023
Hazmat Endorsement Training Class 6/2/2023
Hazmat Endorsement Training Class 7/7/2023
Hazmat Endorsement Training Class 8/11/2023
Hazmat Endorsement Training Class 9/1/2023

Motorcycle Safety

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Course Date
Motorcycle Safety - Basic Rider Course 7/15/2023
Motorcycle Safety - Basic Rider Course 8/19/2023
Motorcycle Safety - Basic Rider Course 9/16/2023

Commercial Driving Programs

CDL Theory & Permit Training
Class A CDL applicants must complete the Class A CDL curriculum known as Theory training per the new Federal guidelines.  The curriculum pertains to combination vehicles.  This theory training may also be taken for those wishing to obtain their CDL Class B license.  In addition to the theory training participants needing to obtain their CLP (CDL permit) for the driving portion or behind the wheel (BTW) training will receive valuable information during the theory training that will prepare them to take and pass all three parts of the required DOT tests.  Test include; general knowledge, combination, and air breaks.

#87344   $495
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Monday - Friday, Jun 12 - 16 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#857345   $495
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Monday - Friday, Jul 31 - Aug 4 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#87346   $495
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Monday - Friday, Sep 18 - 22 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#87347   $495
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Monday - Friday, Nov 6 - 10 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

 



 




CDL Class A Behind the Wheel Training (BTW)
Our four-week behind the wheel program will help you learn the safe driving skills necessary to get your Class A CDL, and in return receive the potential for a lucrative career with excellent pay and benefits.  Times for all classes are subject to change due to weather, class size, or end of class testing at DOT.  A CDL (CLP) permit, theory training, and funding are required to be able to register for the BTW program.  Students must have a CDL permit (CLP) from the DOT that includes three test:  general knowledge, combination and airbrake.  Fee includes tuition, books, DOT physical, drug screen, license & permit fees. Prerequisite: Theory Training.  Need-based tuition assistance may be available through GAP programs. . Call 319-208-5375 for more information or to enroll.

 

#86258   $3,995
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Mon - Thu, Jun - Jul 17 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#86259   $3,995
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Mon - Thu, Aug 7 - 30 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#86260   $3,995
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Mon - Thu, Sep 25 - Oct 18 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

 

#86261   $3,995
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Mon - Thu, Nov 13 - Dec 7 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

 

 

 

 



Class B CDL with School Bus & Passenger Endorsement - Full Program
Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with bus and passenger endorsement to safely operate a school bus.  This course covers the CDL Class B theory, school bus theory and behind the wheel training and Passenger Endorsement theory training.  A CLP (CDL Permit) is required from the DOT before registration.  The DOT test includes general knowledge, air breaks, passenger, and school bus.  Course will cover basic bus operations, safe and advanced operating practices, vehicle and non-vehicle maintenance.  Theory training listed below.  Note - 24 hours of BTW will be scheduled individually with the instructor.

 

#90721   $2,549
  SCC WB,607 J Ruberg
 

Mon - Wed Jun 12 - 14
Thu & Fri, Jun 15 & 16

8 AM - 4:30 PM
8 AM - 4 PM


 

#90722   $2,549
  SCC WB,607 J Ruberg
  Mon - Wed, Sep 18 - 20
Th & F, Sep 21 & 22
S, Sep 23

8 AM - 4:30 PM
6 - 10 PM
8 AM - 4 PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




#90723   $2,549
  SCC WB, 607 J Ruberg
  Mon - Wed, Nov 6 - 8
Th & Fri, Nov 9 & 10
Sat, Nov 11

8 AM - 4:30 PM
6 - 10 PM
8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

Hazmat Endorsement Training
This short class will prepare you to take your Hazmat testing at the DOT to gain your Hazmat Endorsement.  Students will require classroom instruction in accordance with the Federal regulations.

 

#86240   $235
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  Fri, Jun 2 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#86241   $235
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  F, Jul 7  8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

#86242   $235
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  F, Aug 11 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 







#90724   $235
  SCC WB,607 W Claus
  F, Sep 1 8 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

 



#90725   $235
  SCC WB, 607 W Claus
  F, Oct 6 8 AM - 4:30 PM



Motorcycle Safety - Basic Rider Course
Successful completeion of this 15-hour course, approved as a basic motorcycle safety course by the Iowa Department of Motor Vehicles, can result in a waiver for the driving portion of the motorcycle license endorsement.  The course also fullfills the State of Iowa's mandatory motorcycle driving requirements for legal riders up to 18 years of age.  It is open to any other rider, new or experienced, that is interested in learning safe riding techniques and/or desires to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on their state of Iowa drivers license.  If over 18 years of age and a rider successfully completes the course, Iowa will waive the skills test requirement for obtaining a motorcylce endorsement on an Iowa driving license.  Bring a helmet, gloves, face shield, goggles, or approved DOT eye protection.  Wear long sleeves, long pants, and leather shoe or boots that cover the ankle.  Motorcycles are provided.  Your book is included on the course fee.  Participants will get a link to the MSF (Motorcycle safety foundation) e-course and must successfully complete this prior to in-person class instruction.

#86276   $199
  SCC WB, 607 Prickett/Mack
  Sat & Sun, Jul 15 & 16 8 AM - 5 PM
#86277   $199
  SCC WB, 607 Prickett/Mack
  Sat & Sun, Aug 19 & 20 8 AM - 5 PM
#86278   $199
  SCC WB, 607 Prickett/Mack
  Sat & Sun, Sep 16 & 17 8 AM - 5 PM

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