Commercial Truck Driving Program – Fortis Institute, Scranton, Pennsylvania

Shift Gears Toward a Bigger Future—Train for your CDL at Fortis Institute, Scranton

If you’re ready to put your ambition in motion, the Commercial Truck Driver Training program at Fortis Institute in Scranton is designed to teach you everything you need to know to successfully maneuver a tractor trailer. With hands-on training, professional guidance, and real-world driving experience, you’ll learn the skills needed to operate commercial vehicles safely and confidently. From local routes to over-the-road opportunities, commercial trucking opens doors to a steady, essential career that keeps America moving. 

Why Choose Fortis Institute, Scranton Campus for Your Commercial Truck Driving Training?

  • Graduate in under 6 months
    The Fortis Commercial Truck Driving diploma program is structured to help you start your career quickly, with focused training that prepares you for real-world environments. Graduates will be prepared to take the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam. 
  • Hands-on Training for an In-Demand field
    The Fortis Commercial Truck Driving program is intended to develop technical knowledge and practical skills required to drive commercial trucks. This diploma program provides training that prepares students to take and pass the commercial driver’s license tests for the state in which they are licensed. The training offered during this program will provide students with advanced range and road skill development, as well as in-depth classroom learning. 
  • Career Support and Local Connections
    Scranton’s strong sense of connection—where community matters and pride runs deep—makes this community a standout place to live, work, and build your future. Students at Fortis Institute’s Scranton campus will benefit not only from access to personalized career guidance and resume assistance, but also from connections Fortis has with local employers in the surrounding communities.

What is the employment outlook?

Local job outlook information provides insight into occupational wage and employment trends associated with the campus area. The information is based on third-party labor-market data. Wage figures represent estimates for workers in the selected occupation and geographic area; they are not based on the earnings of Fortis graduates. Employment, salary and other career outcomes are not guaranteed.

Position in 18509
Entry-Level Salary Range
Projected Growth
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
$38,105
-3.0%
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
Source: Lightcast, using occupational information from O*NET and wage and employment data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 wage data and 2024–2034 projections. O*NET® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Lightcast modifications have not been reviewed, approved, endorsed or tested by USDOL/ETA.

Your road to a new future starts here—engine on, confidence up, and possibilities wide open.  Request information to learn how Fortis’ Commercial Truck Driver Training program in Scranton can help you prepare for your next career.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who is FORTIS?

    FORTIS is a post-secondary network of colleges and institutes that engages students in a powerful learning and training experience for lifelong growth. With the addition of each new campus, Fortis now offers career-based certificate, diploma and degree-granting programs at more than 40 schools in 15 states.

    FORTIS College and FORTIS Institute campuses prepare students for careers in healthcare, nursing, medical, dental, business, information technology, massage, cosmetology and the skilled trades such as welding and HVAC.FORTIS College Online also offers online learning platforms for a variety of associate degree programs for adults and members of the military community.

  • What are the admission requirements?

    To qualify for admissions, in most cases you must be a high school graduate or its equivalent. All applicants are required to complete a personal information sheet. During a personal interview with our admissions staff, we will review your career goals to help you find the right program to fit your needs.

    Every individual will be given the opportunity to tour the facility, meet with Financial Aid, and enroll in the next available classes. Please contact your local campus Admission advisor for more information on admission requirements.

  • How much does the program cost?

    Tuition varies from program and campus. Speak with an admissions advisor for more details.

  • Is financial aid available?

    You've got obligations and responsibilities already, so financing your education is going to be a real concern. At FORTIS, we understand that. That's why FORTIS helps our students to learn about government and private loans and other financial aid options that are available to those who qualify to help finance the cost of building the foundation for your new career.

    • We work every day with working adults and career changers who have complex financial situations, and get them the information to help them to determine the financing for their education that will work the best for them.
    • We have financial aid offices on every campus so students can continue to find and act on important information they need to continue on their path to success
    • We are flexible and pragmatic in our approach. Our instructors, counselors, professors, and staff understand and will work with you if it becomes difficult to keep up your studies or if you need time off.
  • Does FORTIS help me find a job after graduation?

    At FORTIS, our Career Services professionals are committed to successfully supporting our graduates to secure employment in entry-level positions. Through career development, including professionalism, motivation, resume development, dress for success, interview coaching and the maintenance of ethical standards, we empower our graduates with the skills necessary to approach a job interview ready for success.

    FORTIS operates a Career Services Center at each campus to assist graduates with career placement. FORTIS provides graduate employment assistance. As graduation approaches, students get the opportunity to meet with the Director of Career Services during their last semester to discuss career services available for their individual job search. As a graduate, you will want employment that reflects your skills, training, and allows for professional growth and development. Career Services is committed to helping you find the right fit for you.

  • Is FORTIS accredited?

    If you’re looking for accredited colleges or vocational schools, you have come to the right place! While each campus varies in program offerings, accrediting bodies, and specific programmatic accreditations, all are institutionally accredited! Each of our colleges and institutes are institutionally accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies:

    • Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
    • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
    • Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)

    See each school's campus page or click on the CONSUMER INFO button on the right to view individual campus or programmatic accreditations.

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