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The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) is offering a 26-hour hybrid training course for those interested in pursuing a Class B CDL. The in-class training covers the general knowledge portion for the written general knowledge and air brakes exams. The Class B CDL license will allow you to drive any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more. UACCB is an Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) provider. Instruction will include in-class and online theory, practice range, and Behind the Wheel (BTW) training for Class B. The practice range and BTW training will be performed in a School Bus Class B vehicle. Note: UACCB provides a Class B vehicle for TRAINING purposes only. UACCB does not provide a Class B vehicle for your State Police skills exam. You will need to provide your own vehicle for the exam.  

You must be 18 years old and have a current, valid Arkansas driver's license.

Financial Aid Scholarship Available For This Course: 

This course is approved for an Arkansas Workforce Challenge (AWC) Scholarship award (up to $800 per program) provided by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE). To be eligible for the scholarship, you must be 18 years old, have a current, valid Arkansas driver's license, and be able to provide proof of high school completion (i.e. transcript, diploma, or GED equivalent, etc.). 

REGISTER FOR THE CLASS:

Step 1: There is zero up front cost to begin this training. This class is limited to 6 seats. Reserve your seat by registering for the class. To defer payment pending receipt of the scholarship funding, click Register and apply the following promo code at check out: cdlb25. Select Check Out, then in the upper right corner, select Add promo code and enter the code: cdlb25. Click the + (plus) sign to update your cart. By applying this promo code, you are agreeing to comply and fulfill the terms and conditions listed in Step 2.  

What if I fail to apply the promo code?

If you fail to apply the promo code, your credit card will be charged the full course fee of $800.00 and reimbursement will be provided after the course is completed. For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP WITHIN 30-45 DAYS OF CLASS:

Step 2: To receive 100% tuition free scholarship for this training, you will need to apply for the >> Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship within 30-45 days of the class. If you apply sooner than 45 days prior to class, you may have to re-submit your application! Upon completion of the application, you will be notified via email by ADHE, typically within 7-10 business days, that you have been offered the scholarship. You will need to accept the offer for the $800 award which covers your tuition. If the scholarship is not finalized, your account balance is due within 30 days of the final day of class. 

Step 3: Proof of a satisfactory DOT Physical or a satisfactory School Bus Driver Physical is required. School Bus Driver Physicals will be accepted for individuals intending to operate school buses. Students must provide proof of a satisfactory School Bus Driver Physical, adhering to the same standards as those required for employment within that individual's school district. To obtain the DOT physical, schedule an appointment with a physician of your choice or contact your school district to schedule the School Bus Driver Physical. You are responsible for the cost of the physical. You MUST provide UACCB with a copy of the physical 10 business days prior to attending class. 

Step 4: Purchase a CDL packet ($50) at any State of Arkansas revenue office. To purchase your packet, you will need your original birth certificate and a second form of ID (i.e. driver's license, passport, etc.).

Step 5: UACCB requires that you pass a random urine drug screen before attempting any behind the wheel (BTW) exercises. Call 870-612-2082 to verify that your authorization form for the drug screen has been sent to Sherwood Urgent Care. Do not attempt a drug screen without approval from UACCB. UACCB will cover the cost of the drug screen. Do not pay for the drug screen! 

Class Times (Tuesdays-Thursdays):

The class is from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for four (4) weeks or until skills practice (i.e. driving, backing and pre-trip inspection, etc.) is completed. This schedule is tentative and is subject to change. The first week of class will prepare you for the written exam. 

Course Textbooks:

UACCB will provide the JJ Keller student manuals for the online theory instruction.

Students will return their JJ Keller manuals to the UACCB Workforce Training Center, room 1201, upon completion of the ELDT Theory Instruction.

ELDT Theory Instruction and Assessment:

A portion of the training will include online theory instruction and assessment for Class B CDL. Access to reliable internet is necessary. Online (Blackboard) – ELDT theory instruction and assessment for Class B CDL must be completed by date: TBD. This is REQUIRED to obtain your CDL license. Do not schedule your Arkansas State Police driving exam until UACCB releases you for testing. 

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Beginning the Class B CDL Training

Prior to attending class, a UACCB Staff must verify that you have completed the following:

• Obtained $50.00 DMV Office - CDL Packet
  • Must present original Birth Certificate to DMV, valid Arkansas driver’s license to DMV, and valid Physical to DMV
• Must pass an Arkansas State Policy Traffic Violation Background check completed by UACCB - PRINT & SIGN CONSENT FORM
• Must complete a drug screen authorized by UACCB
• Must provide proof to UACCB of a satisfactory DOT Physical or Bus Driver Physical. The Bus Driver Physical will only be accepted for individuals intending to operate a school bus.

All of the above requirements must be completed and evidence provided 10 business days prior to attending the course. 

For more information, please contact UACCB at 870-612-2082. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund. 

This course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory, (e.g. OSHA), foster parenting or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. The course includes first aid basics, medical emergencies, environmental emergencies, preventing illness or injury, adult CPR and AED use, Opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies, child CPR AED and infant CPR AED. Note: There is no minimum age requirement for this course, however, the student must be able to do compressions and demonstrate skills properly. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

Excel Level 2 covers large workbooks with multiple worksheets; 3D formulas; more advanced formulas for financial; logical and date questions; Excel as a datasheet (database table), including sorting and filtering, charts, comments and hyperlinks.

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

Testimonial: "The instructor was able to take what would otherwise be a tedious subject and make it interesting. The lecture was hands-on and full of practical application." Billy Stidham

Excel Level 3 covers how to use Excel for a variety of problem-solving tasks. Included are how to use Excel as a database; utilizing conditional formatting, data validation, the Data Table, outlining and subtotaling; Paste Special with calculations; consolidating; programmatic formulas including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, ISERROR and nested IF statements with AND and OR; and Pivot Tables and Scenarios.

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course starting date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville provides fire training for citizens of North Central Arkansas through the White River Fire Fighting Center. Select training courses are certified through the Arkansas Fire Training Academy (AFTA) in Camden, AR. 

Prerequisites: 

Firefighters must have completed the following prior to this course:

• Chapter 1 - Introduction to Fire Service and Firefighter Safety 
• Chapter 5 - Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Firefighter I

Lesson Goal: 

This course is based on standard NFPA 1002 and is designed to give the student the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to inspect and perform preventative maintenance on a fire apparatus. The student will be capable of performing routine tests, inspections and service functions on the apparatus system and components along with knowledge to Drive/Operate and the use of Water Supply, Sprinklers and Standpipes. Class duration is two weeks long, May 12-23, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. There will be an IFSAC test given on Friday, May 23rd. 

Course length: 80 hours

To register for this course, trainees will need their FEMA Student Identification Number (SID). To register or retrieve a FEMA SID, please visit https://cdp.dhs.gov/FEMASID.

Prior to registering for this course, please obtain approval from your Fire Department Chief or Training Officer. Deadline to register: April 28. Per AFTA requirements, you must be registered two (2) weeks prior to the class, or you will be unable to attend.   

For more information, call 870-612-2082 or email katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu

Camp dates are June 16-20, 2025

Register Online Here for U of A Engineering Summer Camp

Engineering Summer Camp offers current 5th through 8th grade students the opportunity to engineer like a professional. During this non-residential, week-long, full day program students will apply engineering concepts from multiple fields to a real world problem. The cost of the camp is $200. Scholarships are available. 

This wildland firefighting course is provided by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture's Forestry Division. This class introduces how fire departments and Forestry Division personnel will work together to stop a fire. Wildland firefighting and structural firefighting are very different situations, yet we share many of the same thought processes when we deal with fires. The instructor for this class is Regina Gregory. Course length: 8 hours. 

This class will not qualify you as a wildland firefighter, however, you will learn how the Forestry Division works on fire incidents. Through communication, cooperation, and coordination, our agencies will be able to provide a positive outcome to the incident, the fire is extinguished. We always do this with safety in mind.

In order to receive a certificate for this course, the student must: Attend the entire course, take an end-of-course test, and pass the test. The test will cover the course material. 

About the instructor:

Regina Gregory began her career in forestry in May 2005 as a Fire Plow Operator, where she played a crucial role in combating wildland fires. After a decade of dedicated service, Ms. Gregory was promoted to County Ranger in October 2015, assuming a broader range of responsibilities within the forestry department. In July 2021, she took on a new challenge as a Wildland Training Instructor, sharing her knowledge and expertise to train the next generation of forestry professionals.

To register for this course, trainees will need their FEMA Student Identification Number (SID). To register or retrieve a FEMA SID, please visit https://cdp.dhs.gov/FEMASID.

For more information, call 870-612-2082 or email katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu

ABOUT UACCB:

Professional truck drivers are in high demand. UACCB's qualified professional drivers and staff will prepare you for a rewarding career in commercial driving. Arkansas is a nationwide logistics hub, with expanding opportunities for professional drivers. Our graduates have been hired by local, regional, and national employers. 

JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE:

UACCB connects graduates with employer partners. Our team is available to assist you with resume building and job applications.  

SCHEDULED DATES:

• November 4-December 13, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | M-F
• January 13-February 14, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | M-F
• February 17-March 21, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | M-F
• March 31-May 2, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | M-F
• May 18-June 20, 2025 | 9:30 AM - 5 PM | M-F

HOW TO GET STARTED:

Our program consists of four steps. Get started now and allow us to help you earn your Commercial Driver's License. 

1. CDL Permit and Entry Level Driver Training Instruction
2. Driving Range
3. Public Road
4. Arkansas State Police CDL Examination

WHEN DO I BEGIN:

Upon registering, a UACCB coordinator will contact you to set up personalized orientation and steps to secure your Commercial Learner's Permit. 

FINANCIAL AID and BILLING:

UACCB staff will assist permit holders with scholarship applications. 

CONTACT US:

For more information, call 870-612-2082 or email workforce@uaccb.edu 

Training location: UACCB campus (2221 White Drive) in Batesville.