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Mission Statement

At Smokey Mountain Trucking Institute, our mission is to offer commercial driver education that exceeds our students’ expectations by providing innovative and premium quality instruction in our training program. The most important aspect of driver education is SAFETY. It is the goal of Smokey Mountain Trucking Institute to have graduates of our program with the safest possible driving records.

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CDL Certification

The professional operator of a commercial vehicle needs to be formally trained. The program at SMTI, now in its 3rd year, is recognized and authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.*

SMTI utilizes classroom instruction, range and road driving, and practical application of skills used in highway driving.




* This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation by minimum standards concerning quality of education, ethical business practices, health and safety, and financial responsibility.

 

Get The Confidence

The successful student will develop industry acceptable skills in:

1.   Vehicle Inspection
2.   Department of Transportation Rules & Regulations
3.   Coupling & Uncoupling
4.   Various Backing & Docking Maneuvers
5.   Proper Operation of Transmissions
6.   Space & Speed Management
7.   All Safety Practices
8.   Trip Planning
9.   Log Books
10. Customer Relations
11. Air Brake Systems
12. Obtain a CDL (Commercial Drivers License)


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