· Driving while intoxicated(DUI or DWI).

· Leaving the scene of an accident.

· Any felony.

· No more than 3 moving violations(no more than 8 points on license).

 

4. Able to pass a Department of Transportation drug screen and physical.

5. Able to pass COMPASS placement testing.

 

Enrolling in the program:

1. Complete application for admission and pay $15.00 non-refundable application

fee. This fee can be paid at either the Savannah Campus or Liberty Campus. (If you have previously paid a Savannah Tech application fee, you will not

need to do so again, however you will have to file a readmission application.)

2. Contact the Learning Center to take COMPASS placement testing, if required.

Savannah Campus – 443-5716 Liberty Campus – 912-408-6019

Effingham Campus – 754-2880

3. Obtain copy of 7 yr MVR from the DMV(Eisenhower Rd).

4. Obtain a DOT Physical and DOT Drug Screen. THE ONLY APPROVED CLINIC FOR PHYSICALS AND DOT DRUG SCREENS IS: HEALTH AWARENESS ENTERPRISES, 626 HIGHWAY 80 W, GARDEN CITY, GA 31408. (912) 964-1531

5. Bring receipt/proof of application, proof of passing COMPASS test/placement scores, MVR, DOT Physical and proof of DOT drug screen to the Effingham Campus of Savannah Technical College to sign up for the program. Financial aid applications will be filled out when enrolling at the Effingham Campus. You should understand that if you are in default on a Federal Student loan you will not be eligible for financial aid and will be responsible for the tuition cost for the program.

If you have any questions, please contact the Commercial Truck Driving Dept. at (912) 754-2884.

Dear Prospective Student,

Whether you just graduated from high school or have been out of school for several or even many years, test taking strikes fear into the hearts of even the bravest people. However, the COMPASS placement exam is a necessary step on the road to success in your chosen endeavor. It is a requirement that you must meet, but fear not we have compiled a list of resources to help your test taking experience be a positive one.

Some important things to remember when taking a test:

1. First and foremost, relax, and breathe. It’s not brain surgery, in the words of the Emergency Broadcast System, “This is a test, this is only a test.”

2. Take your time. It’s not a marathon; the first one to the finish line doesn’t necessarily win the race.

3. Read the directions. Understand the directions. Be the directions.

4. It is okay to ask questions if the directions do not make sense.

The following resources require internet access. If you do not have access to the internet at home, use the public library or the library located at the Savannah Campus or the Liberty Campus of Savannah Technical College (picture ID required). There is also a computer lab available in Trailer 4 on the Savannah Campus that is available for your use.

If we can be of any further assistance please let us know and we will do what we can to help you.

Thanks,

CDL Department

Savannah Technical College