Training Programs
To learn more about our Truck Driver Training, CDL Refresher Courses, Welder Training programs, and more, click on any of the links below.
Advanced Welding Technology
The Advanced Welding Technology program is open to students with no prior welding experience. Coursework covers oxy-acetylene cutting and brazing, SMAW (Arc), GMAW (MIG), and FCAW (Flux Core) welding on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including purge welding of sanitary pipe. Students also study shop and site safety, blueprint reading, and the principles of metallurgy. The program prepares students to pursue American Welding Society (AWS) welder performance qualifications. It runs 760 clock hours (38 weeks) and is offered at the Visalia, Fresno, and Bakersfield campuses.
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Professional Truck Driver Program
The Professional Truck Driver Program is open to students with no prior experience in truck driving. Training covers DMV permit preparation, basic operations, and safe operating procedures, along with vehicle maintenance, emergency maneuvers, and all behind-the-wheel skills required by the DMV. Graduates are prepared to take the written and behind-the-wheel exams for a Class A CDL with endorsements such as air brakes, combination vehicle, doubles/triples, and tankers. The program runs 160 clock hours (4 weeks) and is offered at the Visalia, Fresno, Merced, and Las Vegas campuses.
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Advanced Professional Truck Driver Program
The Advanced Professional Truck Driver Program covers the same foundational training as the Professional Truck Driver Program, with extra time built in to study for the written permit exam and refine driving skills. Students learn DMV permit preparation, basic operations, safe operating procedures, vehicle maintenance, emergency maneuvers, and all required behind-the-wheel skills. The program prepares students for the Class A CDL exam and the opportunity to earn endorsements including air brakes, combination vehicle, doubles/triples, and tankers. It runs 240 clock hours (6 weeks) and is offered at the Visalia, Fresno, Merced, and Las Vegas campuses.
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Ag Transportation
The Ag Transportation program is open to students with no prior experience in truck driving and combines standard CDL training with an introduction to the agriculture industry. Students learn DMV permit preparation, basic operations, and safe operating procedures, along with how to transport agricultural products such as milk, equipment, and produce. The program prepares students to take the written and behind-the-wheel exams for a Class A CDL with endorsements and an added focus on agriculture. It runs 600 clock hours (20 weeks) and is offered at the Visalia and Las Vegas campuses.
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CDL Refresher Course
The CDL Refresher Course, also called the Commercial Driver 3-Week Program, is designed for students who already hold a California or Nevada CDL permit and a current DOT medical card but have little to no experience behind the wheel. This behind-the-wheel-only course is customized to each student’s skill level and covers safe operating procedures, pre-trip and air brake testing, and all DMV-required driving skills. Students must pass the behind-the-wheel exam with the DMV to complete the course. It runs 120 clock hours (3 weeks) and is offered at the Visalia, Fresno, Merced, and Las Vegas campuses.
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IT Professional Training
The IT Professional Training program covers software troubleshooting, hardware repair, network administration, cloud computing, and cybersecurity fundamentals. Coursework aligns with CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Cloud+ certification exams, and students complete an externship before graduation. Graduates earn an IT Professional Certificate of completion after 47 credits. The program is fully online and available to California residents, with full-time completion in 32 weeks or a part-time option in 48 weeks.
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Cybersecurity Professional Training
The Cybersecurity Professional Training program builds from office and computer fundamentals into ethical hacking, digital forensics, network defense, and penetration testing. Labs run in isolated environments built to mirror real security incidents, and coursework aligns with CompTIA Security+, CEH, and CHFI certification exams. Students complete a 135-hour externship and graduate with a Cybersecurity Professional certificate of completion from ACI. The program runs 32 weeks (720 clock hours) and is offered through distance education in Visalia, California, or a hybrid format in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Accounting Professional Training
The Accounting Professional Training program covers accounting fundamentals, QuickBooks Online bookkeeping, and Microsoft Office applications alongside business communication and workplace problem solving. Training moves from foundational computer and office skills to advanced business writing and data analytics. Graduates earn an Accounting Professional Certificate of Completion after completing all 45 quarter credits. The program runs 32 weeks (720 clock hours) and is offered through distance education at the Visalia, California and Las Vegas, Nevada campuses.
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