Bus and Truck Driver Training

The bus and truck driver program at Big Bend Community College prepare students for careers as professional truck drivers, bus drivers and other professional delivery drivers. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to drive trucks and buses, delivery vehicles, and other commercial vehicles. Program courses include: operating gas/diesel and electrically-powered vehicles, loading and unloading cargo and passengers, reporting delays or accidents on the road, arranging transportation for personnel, and keeping records of receipts and fares. Get more details below including other Washington colleges that offer bus and truck driver training.

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Big Bend Community College

3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA

About
Big Bend Community College, located in Moses Lake, Washington, was founded in 1960 and is one of the 34 schools that comprise the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. The school has experienced growth and community support since its founding, and has moved from its original location in Moses Lake High School to land once occupied by Larson Air Force Base. The school is dedicated to providing quality education to residents of Grant, Adams and Lincoln counties.


Academics
As a comprehensive college, BBCC offers a variety of programs and opportunities for aspiring students. academic transfer programs are designed to provide the first two years of a four year education, followed by the student applying for admission at a four year college or university to transfer their credits and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training and technical programs provide an education in a  high demand field, preparing the student for employment by providing the knowledge and skills necessary to become a professional. Such programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or associate's degree.


Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Criminal Justice
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Admissions to Big Bend Community College is made easy through the school's open admissions policy which allows any individual who wishes to enroll to do so if they apply, meet the minimum requirements for admissions and pay all fees. Individuals should provide transcripts and test scores, as well as be prepared to take a placement exam prior to registration. Meeting with a counselor is recommended to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to determine need and aid program eligibility prior to constructing an aid packet.

Students Enrolled in the Bus and Truck Driver Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Big Bend Community College offers a less than one year certificate program in bus and truck driver.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Includes correspondence school, industrial, and commercial instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Description

Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, bus drivers, transit and intercity employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Bellingham, WA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $48010

Bus Drivers, School or Special Client

Description

Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, bus drivers, school or special client employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Bellingham, WA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $35520

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Description

Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Bellingham, WA
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $21.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $45330

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).