Driving Safety

Alamance Community College is committed to helping keep our roadways safe. We partner with NC Department of Transportation, NC Division of Motor Vehicles, Safety & Health Council of NC, and Motorcycle Safety Foundation to ensure our instructors are up to date on the latest safety trends.

Please click on the categories below for current offerings.

CDL Prep & CDL-B Driving

CDL Prep

This class will help students gain the knowledge needed to acquire a CDL-B permit. The class will cover benefits of having a CDL, safe driving techniques, CDL requirements, CDL Endorsements and review the CDL handbook including testing tips. NO DRIVING INVOLVED. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: Neil Aryons

Click here to view and download the NC DMV CDL Handbook .

REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED.

Location: DC	Delivery Method	Hours: 16	Fee: $85*
69665 2/15-2/18	Face to face	M-TH 5:30-9:30 pm	Pay by 2/10
69667 3/22-3/25	Face to face	M-TH 5:30-9:30 pm	Pay by 3/10
69668 4/12-4/15	Face to face	M-TH 5:30-9:30 pm	Pay by 4/7
69669 5/17-5/20	Face to face	M-TH 5:30-9:30 pm	Pay by 5/12

* Registration cost includes a printed copy of the DMV handbook

NC DMV CDL Handbook

Click here to view and download the NC DMV CDL Handbook

CDL-B Driving Training

CDL-B Driving

ACC is partnering with Chandler Concrete to offer this training.

Students interested in the CDL training also need to submit an employment application at Chandler Concrete.
Chandler Inc. will interview students in the CDL–B training course for potential employment opportunities. Students selected by Chandler Inc. for employment will be reimbursed for the cost of the course by Chandler.

CDL-B Permit required. This hands on class is designed to teach students to drive Class B vehicles such as dump trucks and concrete vehicles. This program will prepare the prospective driver to understand safety, driver responsibility and also the laws and regulations governing the motor carrier industry. Upon successful completion, students are qualified to take the CDL-B Exam. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: various

Students MUST have have taken the CDL Prep class through Alamance Community College and have their CDL-B permit prior to registering for this class.
CDL-B permit must be on file with the college before students are scheduled to drive. Call 336-506-4322 for more information.
Students will drive approx. 35-40 hours
Students will learn on both Manual and Automatic Transmissions
Cost of class changes depending on fuel surcharges, approx. cost is $250.

CDL-B Road Test

The CDL-B Road test is taken at Davidson County Community College (Mocksville Campus).
Students are responsible for the cost of the CDL-B exam and any associated fees.
CDL-B exam is $300 paid to Davidson County Community College.

Defensive Driving classes

Important Information BEFORE you register

Students MUST register and pay at least 24 Business hours before class date.

All Defensive Driving classes are held at the Dillingham Center (1304 Plaza Drive, Burlington), Exit 145 off I-40/ I-85
Masks or face shields must be worn while on campus.
Students are not allowed to bring children with them.

Students should have these items handy before they begin the registration process:

Driver's License number or Passport number
Citation Number/ Case Number
County of Citation, if out of state - please list the State

Arrival time/ Late Arrivals/ No Show fee

Students MUST arrive at least 15 minutes BEFORE their scheduled class to check in. Students will need the Photo ID or passport used to register to check in.
LATE ARRIVALS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED!
NO SHOW FEE - Students that do not show up will be charged a $20 No Show Fee. This fee must be paid before a student is allowed to reschedule.

Which Class should I take?

College staff can not advise students on which class to take. Students should check with their lawyer or the DA's office for their case to determine the class needed.

DDC4 - 4 Hour class: The 4 hour class is designed for low speeds, stop sign and stop light violations. Topics covered include safety belts, child safety regulations, passing safely, the effect of alcohol and drugs on driving and vehicle laws and regulations.
DDC8 - 8 Hour class: The 8 Hour class is designed for high speeds, speeding in a work zone, speeding in school zone, all other aggressive driving violations and repeat offenders.

DDC 4 Hour Class

The 4 hour class is designed for low speeds, stop sign and stop light violations. Topics covered include safety belts, child safety regulations, passing safely, the effect of alcohol and drugs on driving and vehicle laws and regulations.

Due to COVID-19, students can currently choose between in person or online options.

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Location: DC	Hours: 4	Fee: $70
Online 4 hour class

3/8	M 6-10 pm	Pay By: 3/5
3/20	Sa 9 am-1 pm	Pay By: 3/18
3/25	TH 6-10 pm	Pay By: 3/24
4/8	TH 6-10 pm	Pay By: 4/7
4/12	M 6-10 pm	Pay By: 4/9
4/17	Sa 9 am-1 pm	Pay By: 4/15
4/29	TH 6-10 pm	Pay By: 4/28

DDC 8 Hour class

The 8 Hour class is designed for high speeds, speeding in a work zone, speeding in school zone, all other aggressive driving violations and repeat offenders.

These classes are offer in person only.

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Location: DC	Hrs: 8	Fee: $105
3/20	Sa 8 am-5 pm	Pay by 3/18
4/17	Sa 8 am-5 pm	Pay by 4/15
5/15	Sa 8 am-5 pm	Pay by 5/13
6/19	Sa 8 am-5 pm	Pay by 6/17

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Escort Vehicle Operator (EVO)

NCDOT Requirements for Escort Vehicle Operator

Escort drivers must be one of the following:

Certified by another state’s approved program, or
A North Carolina law enforcement officer, or
A person who meets one of the following requirements:
- Is at least 21 years of age, or
- Is at least 18 years of age with a Class A commercial driver’s license.
- Possesses a valid driver’s license without restrictions other than for use of corrective lens and has a driving history without conviction of driving while impaired or reckless driving in the previous 12 months.
- Has successfully completed an NCDOT oversize-overweight escort vehicle operator course with certification exam score of at least 75 percent (75%) correct AND has completed a 4 Hr Defensive Driving course that has been approved by the National Safety Council.

Escort Vehicle Certification - 8 Hour course

NCDOT/ Escort Vehicle 8 Hour Beginner Course

This course meets the training requirements that the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) sets to certify oversize-overweight load escort vehicle drivers. To become certified, escort drivers must attend the 8 hour NC Department of Transportation Escort Vehicle Course AND attend a 4 Hr Defensive Driving course that has been approved by the National Safety Council. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. William Booth, Instructor

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Location: DC	Hours: 8	Fee: $78
69671 2/20	Sa 8 am-5 pm	PAY BY 2/17
69672 4/17	Sa 8 am-5 pm	PAY BY 4/14

Click here for Defensive Driving class information.

Escort Vehicle Recertification - 4 Hour

NEW! NCDOT/ Escort Vehicle 4 Hour Recertification

This course is for individuals who need to renew their Escort Vehicle Operator’s license. The course is a refresher course, which includes instruction on safety and effective escort skills. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information. Instructor: William Booth

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Location: DC	Hours: 8	Fee: $45
69779 1/16	Sa 9 am-1 pm	PAY BY 1/13
69780 3/20	Sa 9 am-1 pm	PAY BY 3/17

Motorcycle Safety

Class Requirements

Classes are rarely cancelled due to weather. Students should be prepared to ride in all types of weather.
Students that have significant difficulty or become a risk to themselves or others will not be permitted to continue the course and will not receive a refund.

There are two required segments to the Basic RiderCourse.

eCourse (Part I - Friday Night)

Students need to bring earbuds for the e-course on Friday night.
The Basic eCourse is a highly interactive online program that provides riders of all skill levels with the basics of motorcycling. With integrated graphics, photos and video to help better illustrate the lessons, the program allows you to control the pace of your learning.
YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE EMAIL ACCOUNT AND BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THIS SEGMENT.
You MUST PASS this segment in order to continue to Part II.

Classroom and Range (Part II - Sat & Sun.)

Students MUST have ALL required riding gear on Saturday morning. Please review the information packet for specifics.
You do not need to possess a driver’s license or learners permit to take the course, however, you MUST BE ABLE TO RIDE A BICYCLE and you must possess some degree of strength.
THE COURSE IS PHYSICALLY DEMANDING!!
You should be able to support a 300 pound motorcycle while straddling it and have the ability to push the motorcycle for distances up to 120 feet. Heat and cold weather conditions can add to the strenuous conditions you'll encounter while taking the course.
There will be a written and riding test at the end of the course and you MUST PASS BOTH TEST to complete the course.

Information Packets

Please download the information packet for more class specific information and required gear.

Basic Rider Course Schedule & Registration

Basic Rider Course

The Basic Rider Course is aimed at beginning riders of all ages. The course consists a mixture of classroom and range time. Practical riding skills are developed in a controlled, off-street environment. The Basic RiderCourse is conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The RiderCoaches will help you learn to the best of your ability. This course is designed for new riders who have never ridden a motorcycle, and for re -entry riders who have not ridden in a long time. Students that are 16-17 years old must have a signed waiver form completed by a parent or guardian. The course is mandatory for motorcyclists under the age of 18 in the state of NC. Call 336-506-4322 or 336-506-4149 for more information.

Class size is limited due to COVID, so please have an alternate date in mind.
Additional waiver forms are required for students under 18. Please call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information.
Be sure to download the BRC information packet.
Students that have significant difficulty or become a risk to themselves or others will not be permitted to continue to the course.

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

BRC Information Packet
Location: ACC	Hours: 22	Fee: $205
2/12-2/14	3/26-3/28	5/21-5/23
2/26-2/28	4/16-4/18	6/11-6/13
3/12-3/14	4/30-5/2	6/25-6/27
	5/7-5/9

Basic Rider Course 2 (Formerly ERC) schedule & Registration

BRC2

Prerequisite: At least 6 months riding experience and 3,000 miles under your belt. The BRC2 is for someone who has been riding for a little while. Students must possess a valid motorcycle license/ motorcycle endorsement. Students must provide a street legal, properly licensed motorcycle and must show proof of insurance. Bikes must also pass a safety inspection at class. Call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information.

If you normally carry a passenger, you may take the BRC2 with your passenger on board. The Passenger will also need to register and sign the waiver forms. COST FOR THE PASSENGER IS $30.00.

Class time: Sat 8 am-6 pm

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Location: ACC	Hours: 9
5/15	10/23

Workforce Development / Continuing Education

Driving Safety

Please click on the categories below for current offerings.

CDL Prep

REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED.

Click here to view and download the NC DMV CDL Handbook

CDL-B Driving

ACC is partnering with Chandler Concrete to offer this training.

Students interested in the CDL training also need to submit an employment application at Chandler Concrete.

Chandler Inc. will interview students in the CDL–B training course for potential employment opportunities. Students selected by Chandler Inc. for employment will be reimbursed for the cost of the course by Chandler.

Students MUST have have taken the CDL Prep class through Alamance Community College and have their CDL-B permit prior to registering for this class.

CDL-B permit must be on file with the college before students are scheduled to drive. Call 336-506-4322 for more information.

Students will drive approx. 35-40 hours

Students will learn on both Manual and Automatic Transmissions

Cost of class changes depending on fuel surcharges, approx. cost is $250.

The CDL-B Road test is taken at Davidson County Community College (Mocksville Campus).

Students are responsible for the cost of the CDL-B exam and any associated fees.

CDL-B exam is $300 paid to Davidson County Community College.

Students MUST register and pay at least 24 Business hours before class date.

All Defensive Driving classes are held at the Dillingham Center (1304 Plaza Drive, Burlington), Exit 145 off I-40/ I-85

Masks or face shields must be worn while on campus.

Students are not allowed to bring children with them.

Students should have these items handy before they begin the registration process:

Driver's License number or Passport number

Citation Number/ Case Number

County of Citation, if out of state - please list the State

Arrival time/ Late Arrivals/ No Show fee

Students MUST arrive at least 15 minutes BEFORE their scheduled class to check in. Students will need the Photo ID or passport used to register to check in.

LATE ARRIVALS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED!

NO SHOW FEE - Students that do not show up will be charged a $20 No Show Fee. This fee must be paid before a student is allowed to reschedule.

College staff can not advise students on which class to take. Students should check with their lawyer or the DA's office for their case to determine the class needed.

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Online 4 hour class

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Escort drivers must be one of the following:

Has successfully completed an NCDOT oversize-overweight escort vehicle operator course with certification exam score of at least 75 percent (75%) correct AND has completed a 4 Hr Defensive Driving course that has been approved by the National Safety Council.

NCDOT/ Escort Vehicle 8 Hour Beginner Course

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Click here for Defensive Driving class information.

NEW! NCDOT/ Escort Vehicle 4 Hour Recertification

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

Classes are rarely cancelled due to weather. Students should be prepared to ride in all types of weather.

Students that have significant difficulty or become a risk to themselves or others will not be permitted to continue the course and will not receive a refund.

There are two required segments to the Basic RiderCourse.

eCourse (Part I - Friday Night)

Students need to bring earbuds for the e-course on Friday night.

The Basic eCourse is a highly interactive online program that provides riders of all skill levels with the basics of motorcycling. With integrated graphics, photos and video to help better illustrate the lessons, the program allows you to control the pace of your learning.

YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE EMAIL ACCOUNT AND BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THIS SEGMENT.

You MUST PASS this segment in order to continue to Part II.

Classroom and Range (Part II - Sat & Sun.)

Students MUST have ALL required riding gear on Saturday morning. Please review the information packet for specifics.

You do not need to possess a driver’s license or learners permit to take the course, however, you MUST BE ABLE TO RIDE A BICYCLE and you must possess some degree of strength.

THE COURSE IS PHYSICALLY DEMANDING!!

You should be able to support a 300 pound motorcycle while straddling it and have the ability to push the motorcycle for distances up to 120 feet. Heat and cold weather conditions can add to the strenuous conditions you'll encounter while taking the course.

There will be a written and riding test at the end of the course and you MUST PASS BOTH TEST to complete the course.

Basic Rider Course

Class size is limited due to COVID, so please have an alternate date in mind.

Additional waiver forms are required for students under 18. Please call 336-506-4149 or 336-506-4322 for more information.

Be sure to download the BRC information packet.

Students that have significant difficulty or become a risk to themselves or others will not be permitted to continue to the course.

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

BRC2

Registration is not complete until payment has been received.

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