About
Fort Scott Community College’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program is offered in Fort Scott, Kansas. It trains students in commercial motor vehicle operation, including pre-trip inspections, backing maneuvers, road driving, and safety practices, and prepares them to pass the Commercial Driver’s License driving test for a Class A or Class B license. The program is delivered as a six-week course with classroom theory, a basic control skills course, practice-course work, and behind-the-wheel training. Admission requires a passed Department of Transportation physical and drug screen, completion of Truckers Against Trafficking training, and a Commercial Learner’s Permit for behind-the-wheel instruction.
At a glance
- Tuition: The $150 registration fee is applied toward the $4,250 program cost.
- Leads to: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) driving test for either a Class A or Class B CDL
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Fort Scott Community College Main Campus
Fort Scott Community College is a public community college in Fort Scott, Kansas. Its occupational fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Driver's License Class A (CDL-A), Cosmetology, Emergency Medical Technician, HVAC, and Phlebotomy. The college offers more than 35 fields of study, with options to earn credits for transfer to a four-year institution or pursue an associate degree or certificate. Academic offerings also include career-focused areas such as construction technology, John Deere technician training, and criminal justice. Fort Scott Community College describes its academic environment as tight-knit and reports a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Its stated mission centers on empowering students and communities through education, combining occupational preparation with broader academic pathways.