Pictured above (from left) is: Mike Jones (Program Director), Maverick Elwell, Alexandro Ramirez, Jimmy Smith (NTCC Workforce Developer), and Garr Farrell (Instructor).
The Northeast Texas Community College Professional Driving Academy recently celebrated the graduation of two students. Maverick Elwell and Alexandro Ramirez completed the program and were awarded their certificates on October 29.
The four-week Professional Driving Academy includes 160 hours of training, DOT physical, drug screen, MVR and CDL permit. Students spend 50 hours in the classroom and 110 hours on the road driving. Even with rain and cold weather being a factor, this class managed to stick with it and their perseverance has paid off.
“It’s always a bittersweet day to watch them go, but that’s part of the job," Program Director, Mike Jones said as he prepared a celebratory meal on the grill for the students for their final day of class.
Classes are held monthly, so students never have to wait too long to get started. The cost is $4,191 and limited financial aid may be available. To sign up or for more information, please call 903-434-8330 or e-mail continuinged@ntcc.edu. You can also learn more at www.ntcc.edu/continuinged. Students must be at least 18 years of age and able to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and MVR check.
