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CDL Training Program: Commercial Drivers Licenses

Program Highlights:

• Comprehensive Training: A total of 60 hours, including 20 hours of classroom instruction (safety training, CDL theory, trip planning, map reading, cargo documentation, and vehicle inspection) and 40 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.

• Flexible Schedule: Weekend classes allow participants to maintain their current jobs while completing the training.

• Support Services: Language-appropriate resources, referrals to ESL courses, and assistance with background checks, medical certification, and DOT requirements.

• Job Placement Assistance: Graduates will have opportunities to interview with local employers through HMC and Bag Transport’s network of partners.

Eligibility Requirements:

• English Proficiency

  • High-Beginning to High-Intermediate levels.

• Background checks

  • Driving records

  • Drug tests

  • Medical certification

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.

The Houston Multicultural Center (HMC) is proud to offer a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training Program aimed at empowering refugees and underserved communities with in-demand career skills. This initiative is part of our commitment to advancing economic mobility and community integration for those we serve.

Through this program, participants will receive comprehensive training to earn their CDL certification, opening the door to high-paying job opportunities in the transportation industry. With Texas serving as a hub for freight movement and e-commerce growth, the demand for qualified truck drivers continues to rise, offering competitive wages, benefits, and career advancement pathways.

Through a three-phase approach, the DE program equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain their driver’s licenses, paving the way to self-sufficiency and independence. Our comprehensive services include eligibility assessment, classroom instruction, and behind-the-wheel training, tailored to meet the unique needs of each participant.

By offering culturally and linguistically appropriate support—including interpretation, transportation assistance, and individualized service plans—HMC ensures that participants can overcome challenges and achieve success. Our DE program complements existing employment services, enhancing clients’ progress toward social integration and financial stability.

Since its establishment in 2024, HMC has supported over 500 refugees from diverse backgrounds, providing essential services such as case management, job placement, and cultural orientation. Our dedicated team, many of whom are former refugees themselves, leverages their expertise to create impactful programs that empower newcomers to thrive in Houston.

HMC’s CDL program aims to achieve a 90% certification success rate, empowering participants to build stable, self-sufficient lives while contributing to Houston's thriving transportation sector.

Let us help you get on the road to a brighter future!