www.truckingschool.com - ATDS Career Education

If you are looking for a rewarding
career that offers job security, great
pay and upward mobility, the trucking
industry is waiting for you!
Let ATDS help you get started!
Eligible veterans can use
Chapter 33 post-9/11 GI Bill
for tuition!
• Licensed by the Texas Workforce
Commission Career Schools
and Colleges
• PDTI Certified Course PTD-100
• Approved for Veterans Training by
Texas Veterans Commission
Career Education Inc.
ATDS
124 Truckers Lane
Elm Mott, TX 76640
Phone: (800) 460-2837
Fax (254) 829-1955
Admission locations also in
Arlington and Killeen
Financing Programs Available
For Qualified Applicants —
Call ATDS Today
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Training Tomorrow’s
Professional Driver
• Approved for Workforce Investment
Act Training (WIA)
• Approved for DARS Training
• Member of Commercial Vehicle
Training Association (CVTA)
www.truckingschool.com
Your Opportunities
Growing Industry
T
he demand for skilled, professional drivers in the trucking
industry continues to rise. Combine that high demand with
the freedom of the open road, and trucking can be rewarding
career. ATDS can provide the training for a new career in this
growing industry.
Comprehensive Training
T
he tractor/trailer driver program at ATDS is a complete,
comprehensive course stressing safety and professionalism.
The course involves textbook and classroom instruction
along with behind-the-wheel driving on a training course and
public highways.
T
he ATDS fleet of modern training equipment is second to
none with 100% conventional trucks pulling loaded trailers
like you see on the road every day. Even if you have never
driven a stick shift before, the professional ATDS instructors
have the skills and proven methods to help you learn.
Financial Assistance
F
inancial assistance for up to 100% of the program’s cost is
available for qualified applicants.
The ATDS Program
PTDI Certified Course PTD-100
• 20 days of comprehensive instruction and
preparation
• 140 hours of hands-on training using modern,
all-diesel tractors with trailers
• 70 hours of classroom instruction with lab activities
The Innovation
S
tudents begin driving on the second day of the
program to practice and develop skills learned in the
classroom.
I nstruction is provided on conventional model tractors
using a variety of transmissions found in today’s
trucking industry.
L
oaded trailers are used to provide students with
necessary experience driving, maneuvering and
shifting with simulated freight.
T
ractors are equipped with modified “high-tech”
student seating with duplicate gauges, video monitors,
blind side cameras and full radio contact with the
instructional staff.
Job Placement
W
hile no school can promise you a job, ATDS provides
professional placement staff to assist graduates as they
embark on their new careers.
A Secure Future
A
career as a professional tractor/trailer driver can offer
security and financial rewards to men and women with the
skills and desire to be successful. If you are at 21 years old,
can pass a thorough physical exam and drug screen, and have
a good driving record, you may qualify for our program.
T
ake the first step and leave that boring, dead-end job for an
exciting and potentially rewarding career as a professional
driver.
Enroll today at ATDS and start your new career.
S
tudents practice driving on a private driving course
prior to entering the street driving phase.
O
ne-on-one instructional attention is offered when
needed.
How to Get Started
• Complete the ATDS Application
• Get your Department of Transportation
(DOT) physical examination
• Get your DOT-regulated drug screen
• Complete the ATDS work history forms
• Provide proof of current vehicle insurance
(if you own your vehicle)
• Provide a copy of your Social Security card
• Complete the following Department of
Public Safety (DPS) tests at your local DPS
office:
• Class A/R Written Test
• Air Brakes
• Combination Vehicle
• General Knowledge
• Any Additional Endorsements
• Call for an ATDS Enrollment Interview