20301 East 78 Highway Independence, MO 64057 Phone: (816) 220-6518 Campus Map
Blue River Community College - Community & Continuing Education
Truck Driver Training
Preparing you for a career in the trucking industry.
CDL-A Driver Training
Prepare for DOT CDL-A test and entry level positions within the trucking industry!
CDL A Overview of Classroom Topics
Vehicle Control Systems Vehicle Inspections Shifting & Backing Basic Operating Procedures Coupling / Un-Coupling Communications / Extreme Driving Conditions Speed & Space Management Trip Planning / Map Reading Hazard Perception Emergency Maneuvers Skid Recovery / Special Situations Crash Procedures Health & Fatigue Vehicle Systems Diagnosing Situations State Performance Exam Briefing Cargo Documentation Cargo Securement/ Bridge Law Public Relations / Job Searching Whistle Blower Act
Behind the Wheel Training
Coupling / Un-coupling Vehicle inspection procedures Straight line backing Alley Docking Parallel Parking Lane Changes Double clutching Right & Left hand turns Rural Driving Highway driving City Driving
Training for Tractor Trailer in as little as 8 weeks at our state of the art Driving Center
8 week day classes: 3 days/week plus driving sessions scheduled individually
The Precision Driving Center at MCC-Blue River is a 54 acre complex designed for Transportation, Public Safety, and Student Driver Training.
The facility features an urban driving course,skills area, and skid pad. The Precision Driving Center is used for CDL, police, fire and student driver education, as well as being available for special event rental.