SWRFT MCRD
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Entry-Level Driver Training programs offered through partnerships with Southwestern College and San Diego-area training providers, serving military personnel and civilians in the San Diego and Riverside County region. Training options include online self-paced ELDT courses for Class A and Class B CDL upgrades meeting all FMCSA requirements, with automatic upload to the DOT Training Provider Registry upon completion. United Truck Driving School, training drivers since 1978 with multiple locations, offers hands-on instruction with small class sizes and experienced instructors. Programs feature fast-tracked completion in 4-8 weeks with flexible payment options and lifetime job placement assistance.
Programs & Tuition
Program Benefits (Pros)
- Training drivers since 1978
- Multiple locations (San Diego and Riverside Counties)
- BBB Ethics Award winner
- Up to 30 years instructor experience
- BPPE exempt institution
- Over one million recruits trained (MCRD)
- Top 25% of graduates earn average $70,500 first year
- Over 50 years of transportation experience
- Works with major trucking companies
Key Features
- Online self-paced ELDT curriculum
- 25-36 course hours
- 3 months access to complete
- One-on-one training
- Hands-on training
- Behind-the-wheel practice
- Written test preparation
- DMV test support with truck
- Truck driver training on latest models
- Safety training
- Fast-tracked programs (4-8 weeks)
Accreditations
Quality Score
Score calculated based on FMCSA pass rates, equipment age, and verified student reviews.Score > 80 indicates industry excellence.
Financing Options
- Payment plans
- Military/Veteran/1st Responder discount (10% off)
- GI Bill
- VA benefits
- Tuition assistance
- State grants and workforce programs
- Employer sponsorships
- Scholarships for veterans and first responders
Job Placement
Lifetime job placement assistance with major trucking company connections
Additional Information
- M16A4 service rifle
- Trucks and trailers for testing
- Training facilities at Edson Range
- Field training equipment
- Trucks
- Simulators
- Automatic passenger bus (for Class B)
- Manual trucks (mentioned)
- Garrison Mobile Equipment (GME)
- Non-Tactical Vehicles (NTV)
- passenger vehicles
- cargo vehicles
- material handling equipment
- engineer equipment
- railway rolling stock
- Load Lifting Equipment
- Modern trucks
- Trucking simulators
- Latest models of trucks and trucking technology
- Class A trailers
- 18+ years (intrastate)
- 21+ years (interstate)
- Valid driver's license
- Pass DOT physical
- Clean driving record
- Proof of identity
- Proof of residency
- U.S. citizen
- Career counseling
- Resume assistance
- Job board access
- Student advising team
- Email and phone support
- Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) support
- Behavioral health services
- Legal assistance office
- Family readiness program
- Campus tours
- Free information sessions
- CDL permit prep courses included
Instructor Certifications:
- Drill Instructor certification
Military housing available through Lincoln Military Housing. Billeting available for visitors. Recruits live on base during 13-week training program at MCRD San Diego.
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SWRFT MCRD
2200 W Washington St Bldg 680, San Diego, California 92140
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