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Provider Information

Name:

Sage Truck Driving School

Provider Location Address:

3711 McGalliard Rd.
Muncie, IN 47303

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

https://www.sageschools.com

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

SAGE is properly licensed in accordance with state requirements, as identified elsewhere in this Catalog. SAGE holds numerous memberships in national and state trucking industries and educational associations, including the Commercial Vehicle Training Association, American Trucking Associations, Utah Trucking Association and other state trucking associations, Truckload Carriers Association, the National Safety Council and others. All instructors must hold a Class-A Commercial Driver's License and have a minimum of 3 years experience driving a Commercial Class-A Vehicle. All instructors are licensed by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Program Description:

CDL 101 - Commercial Driver’s License: Teaches drivers in an academic setting how to prepare for the state CDL exams. Consists of test-taking skills, CDL endorsements (general knowledge, air brakes, combination vehicles, double-triple trailers, tankers, hazmat), and vehicle inspection test information. TTD150 - 6 hours TTD80 - 4 hours TTD40 -0 hours STB80 – 4 hours STB40 – 4 hours

TRK 101 - Basic Operation: This course gets the student started on the way to becoming a tractor-trailer driver. The student learns to "pre-trip" (inspect) a tractor and trailer, becomes familiar with the various parts and controls of the vehicle and their use, and how to hook-up a tractor to a semi-trailer. The basics of shifting, backing, coupling and uncoupling are emphasized. The student also begins to practice driving on the range (off street driving area). TTD150 - 83 hours TTD80 – 50.50 hours TTD40 – 20 hours STB80 - 44 hours STB40 – 12 hours

TRK 102 - Safe Operating Practices: This course allows the student to apply all the basic knowledge learned in the previous unit to driving over-the-road on the public streets. The student learns how much space the tractor-trailer needs, speed control, night driving proficiency and many other skills that are necessary for them to have in order to operate one of these vehicles safely and efficiently. TTD150 – 16 hours TTD80 – 9.50 hours TTD40 - 7 hours STB80 - 7.50 hours STB40 – 9 hours

TRK 201 - Advanced Operating Practices: This course provides the student with the opportunity to learn the high level skills that professional drivers need to operate safely under all types of complex traffic conditions, including inclement weather and driving emergencies. The student learns how to quickly recognize hazards and how to deal with them before they become emergencies. Students learn the fundamentals of emergency braking, evasive actions, and responses to other emergencies. Instruction focuses on the causes of skidding and jack-knifing. Techniques for avoiding and recovering from skids are also addressed. TTD150 - 7 hours TTD80 - 6.50 hours TTD40- 7 hours STB80 - 6 hours STB40 – 8 hours

MNT 101 -??????? Vehicle Maintenance: This course deals with the various parts of the vehicle and how to determine when they are working properly. While it is not the purpose of this course to teach the student to become a mechanic, a professional driver should be able to recognize certain improperly working parts of the vehicle before serious damage or an accident occurs. The student's safety as well as that of other highway users depends on his/her having this knowledge. The student also learns how to safely and correctly perform basic, everyday vehicle servicing and simple maintenance tasks, as well as how to determine when the vehicle needs the attention of a skilled mechanic. TTD560 - 14 hours TTD80 - 3.50 hours TTD40 - 0 hours STB80 - 11.50 hours STB40 – 1.50 hours

NVA 101 -??????? Non-Vehicle Activities: This course covers such things as cargo handling, hours of service regulations, trip planning, accident procedures and reporting, personal health and safety, public and employer relations and other duties that must be handled by drivers to ensure their safety, the safety of the vehicle, its cargo and other highway users. Includes a minimum of 30 minutes on “Truckers Against Trafficking”. TTD150 - 24 hours TTD80 -6 hours TTD40 - 6 hours STB80 -7 hours STB40 – 5.50 hour

Industry Collaboration:

Yes

Classification of Instructional Programs:

49.0205 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to drive trucks and buses, delivery vehicles, for-hire vehicles and other commercial vehicles, or to instruct commerical vehicle operators. Includes instruction in operating gas, diesel, or electrically-powered vehicles; loading and unloading cargo or passengers; reporting delays or accidents on the road; verifying load against shipping papers; arranging transportation for personnel; and keeping records of receipts and fares.

Program Prerequisite:

None

Prerequisites Description:

The Admission requirements are based largely upon trucking industry requirements and a desire to learn about and pursue a career in the trucking industry. To be admitted, students must: be at least 18 years old (21 if intending to drive interstate); possess a valid state driver's license; a commercial driver learner’s permit; have a motor vehicle driving record free from current serious offenses; be willing to submit to a drug test; be able to pass a United States Department of Transportation physical exam & drug screen; and be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language sufficient to be employed in the trucking industry (read traffic signs, converse with public, respond to official inquiries and complete required written documents)

Application Deadlines:

A School staff member will interview an applicant through a personal interview or by telephone. The staff member will explain the training programs, admissions and graduation requirements, information on the trucking industry and driver lifestyle, job placement opportunities, costs, and other general information on the School. Applicants will be provided with a School catalog. Information on the School's placement and graduation statistics, as well as potential driver income information, is available from the school office. Applicants are also required to complete a Training Application. Persons who are able to visit the School before enrolling are encouraged to do so. Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driver's license, permit, and also a completed physical examination and drug screen on the appropriate U.S. Department of Transportation form (copies available through the School or from most physicians). After all of the above criteria are satisfied, applicants will be required to arrange for payment and complete an Enrollment Agreement with the School. Students approved for admission to the School will be notified. Military veterans are provided priority enrollment and will receive earliest priority admission based on selected class date and class availability. Application for class are due the Wednesday before class starts.

Refund Policy:

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Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 20
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 40
- % Lab/Field Work: 40
- % Self-Study: 20
Times Offered: Day
Length of Training: 3 week(s)
Number of Credits: 40 instructional hour(s)
Weekly Clock Hours: 16.00 Hours
Percent Admitted: 99%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Yes

Job Placement Offered:

Yes

Placement Assistance Available:

Yes

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$3,450.00

Admission Fees:

$0.00

Books:

$0.00

Supplies:

$0.00

Tools:

$0.00

Labs:

$0.00

Miscellaneous:

$0.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$86.25

Total Cost of Program:

3,450.00

Commercial Drivers License B (CDL B):
- $200.00
- Included in the tuition:
- Yes

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

G. I. Bill
State Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships)

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
Yes

Please Explain:

We accept VA benefits as well as WIOA grants.

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Is instruction provided by a provider other than the apprenticeship sponsor?
No

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