APAC Driving Academy
 

The APAC Central Driving Academy in Centerton, Arkansas is a state-of-the-art CDL driving academy equipped with a driving range, simulator and classroom. The academy was opened in April 2022, with Russell E. Kilpatrick, chief CDL instructor.

The APAC Central Driving Academy is designed to be challenging to the student while maintaining the safety of both the student and the public. Our driving range is one of the largest in Northwest Arkansas, and we utilize three different stations to practice on. We use State and federal-approved signage and have railroad crossing to teach the appropriate way to handle this potential danger. We offer training for Class A CDL, 160 hours of instruction with tanker endorsement and Class B CDL, 80 hours of instruction. Our goal is to release the safest entry-level Drivers with the knowledge and skills needed in today’s construction industry. Enroll Today and Drive Your Way to a Bright Future! Sign on Bonus of $1500!

Prerequisites

  • 18 years old for an interstate (within the state of Arkansas) CDL

  • 21 years old for an interstate (able to cross state lines) CDL

  • Valid Arkansas Driver’s License

  • Satisfactory DMV record

  • Passes DOT Drug Screen and DOT Physical

  • Obtain an Arkansas CDL Driving Permit and JJ Keller Theory Reading and test materials

 

CDL Program Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate both cognitive and manipulative knowledge of the control systems while operating a tractor-trailer

  • Demonstrate the steps necessary for a pre-trip inspection, brake test, and in-cab inspection

  • Demonstrate how to properly upshift and downshift a 10-speed transmission

  • Correctly maintain and understand Federal and State (DOT) Department of Transportation laws and (CSA) Compliance, Safety and Accountability scores

 

Why Choose Us?

  • Small class sizes, four student maximum

  • One on One, individual instruction in class, or the range and over the road

  • 100% of our students who have taken the state test for CDL have passed

  • Get paid full-time while you attend school

  • A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion

 

Contact: Russ Kirkpatrick at 479-263-7696 or Erica Betancourt at 479-263-2177. Se Habla Español.

 

APAC Central Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer