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Note:

Admissions office open Monday to Friday form 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Open Saturday by appointment only.

Open to California Residents Only.

Our purpose at Mission Hill Truck School is to prepare students to become safe professional entry-level truck drivers. The objective is to educate and prepare students with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to qualify for entry level jobs in trucking industry. More emphasis is placed on safety and a thorough understanding of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Rules and Regulations in the operation of heavy-duty equipment.

APPROVALS

Mission Hill Truck School has been granted institutional approval from the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Vocational School (BPPVE) in the State of California. In California, the license to operate is issued by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education and is issued in accordance with California education Code Section 94915

* As of July 1, 2007 the Bureau for Private Postsecondary &
Vocational Education has been closed.

 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

In order to be accepted for training as a truck driver, an applicant must:

· Read, write and comprehend English or Spanish
· Be at least 18 years old. Minimum age for interstate driving is 21 years
· Required to obey school policies and procedures.
· Pass an ability to benefit test.
· Submit current Driver License.
· Present a Social Security card and Resident Alien Card, if applicable.
· Pass a (D.O.T.) Department of Transportation physical examination.
· Obtain a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) printout.
(Note:  if applicant has any DUI convictions, more than three moving violations on his/her driving record, any Worker’s Compensation claims in the last three years, felony convictions, back or neck problems, or a non-verifiable work history, he/she must speak to the Admissions representative so that we may determine on an individual basis whether or not any of the above conditions would prevent the applicant from obtaining a position in the truck driving industry.)
· Pass a drug screen test.
(According to the US Department of Transportation Regulation 382.103, student drivers are required to be tested although they may not yet possess a Commercial Driver License.)

 ADMISSION PROCEDURES

For admission to Mission Hill Truck School, an interview of the applicant will be conducted by an Admissions Representative. At that time, the student will be given an admissions application to complete. In the interview, the applicant is  informed about the program itself, admissions requirements, class start dates, the requirements before performing a safety sensitive function (driving), having a negative drug test result, and school policies in general. Each applicant is given a tour of the school, if possible.
 
Also, during the interview it will be pointed out that if the applicant has any; DUI convictions, more than three moving violations, any Worker’s Compensation claims in the past three years, felony convictions, neck or back problems, or a non-verifiable work history, it may be difficult to secure employment with certain employers.
 
This institution will conduct an evaluation of previous education and training for all Veterans and eligible persons. Then accordingly we will grant appropriate credit, shorten the training period proportionately, and notify the student, VA or proper funding agency.
 
An Enrollment Agreement is then processed when the applicant is determined to be qualified for training. The agreement is forwarded to the School Administrator for approval. A “Notice of Students Rights” informing the student of their right to cancel the training contract is given to each student at the time of enrollment.
 

RIGHTS RESERVED
MHTS reserves the right to revise the procedures for admission or graduation, or to modify the staff, to change or modify content of the materials of any course, change tuition fees, class schedules and any other regulations affecting the student body. Such as, but not limited to, suspending or dropping any student whose attendance, conduct, or academic performance does not meet the requirements set forth by MHTS. Initially all changes will commence after a written notice is given with sufficient time for the modifications to be implemented. In addition, students currently enrolled will not be affected by any changes in tuition or course length. Ultimate resolutions of all matters including readmissions of suspended or terminated students will remain with the director.
 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

All MHTS programs emphasize professional driving, students learn not only driving skills but also,  driver and equipment safety, Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) Safety Rules and Regulations, and State Regulations. Our classes are conducted in either English and/or Spanish. Our Programs are offered full and part-time.
 
The institution offers courses in English and Spanish languages
We DO NOT offer English as a second language (ESL) classes
 
TRACTOR/TRAILER OPERATOR COURSE:

This course is a six weeks program. Classroom and Behind-the-wheel training  total 240 hours. Students will first attend 80 hours of classroom training covering such subjects as driver qualifications, log books, defensive driving, job search techniques, etc.. At the end of this training, students will be required to pass the written exam administered by the Department of Motor Vehicle (D.M.V.) and obtain their class ‘A’ instructional permit. It is necessary to pass and obtain the instructional permit before proceeding to the behind-the-wheel training phase of the training course.
 
The classroom training is followed by field training which includes both observation and behind-the-wheel time. The field training consists of driving in training areas, which include a combination of highway, city, and heavy traffic driving with an emphasis on defensive driving. Backing, safety and emergency procedures area also practiced extensively. The training also consists of DMV skills practicing, DMV road testing and graduation. Students will be measured daily and records kept on a daily training report. Homework is assigned on a regular basis and students must be prepared for an intensive program of study.
 
TRUCK DRIVER REFRESHER COURSE:

This course is primarily meant, for students who have obtained a Driving Permit from DMV under their own arrangements or have some driving experience. Each case is decided on its merits as to how much training an individual would need. Usually this course is 120 hours, which is divided into 16 hours of Classroom Training and 104 hours of Behind-the-wheel Training.
 
The training also consists of D.O.T. Rules and Regulations, D.M.V. skills practicing, job search training, D.M.V. road testing and graduation. Homework is assigned on a regular basis and students must be prepared for an intensive program of study.
 
COURSE OBJECTIVE

After completion of the course, students are taken by appointment to the  D.M.V. for their pre-trip inspection, driving skills, and road tests. Upon successfully passing and obtaining their Commercial Driver's License the student should be able to enter the trucking industry as entry-level Tractor/trailer driver.
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Mission Hill Truck School does not discriminate based on race; color, sex, nationality, creed or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and other school administered programs. Mission Hill encourages individuals with disabilities to visit the school in order to determine if the facilities are adequate for their needs and /or if the training offered would be beneficial for them.
 
OUR FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

Our campus is located in an industrial area —the type of area where truck terminals are normally located. Our facilities consist of a classroom, offices and a training yard. MHTS facilities and equipment comply fully with Federal, State, and Local ordinances and regulations.
 
Classroom:

The classroom is a well lighted and ventilated area that is designed so that students are in a comfortable learning environment. There is a ratio of one instructor to 8 students (maximum 10). During this training students will be using our various books, handouts and visual aides.
 
Training Yard:

MHTS’s training yard is an all asphalt area for practicing the pre-trip, coupling and uncoupling, and skills maneuvers. The ratio here is one instructor per every three trucks (one student per truck).
 
Mission Hill Truck School has graduated students from all over the world including local city's like Modesto, Ceres, Ripon, Stockton, Riverbank, Salida, Merced, Los Banos, Patterson, Oakdale, Lodi, Galt and Escalon