Local Success: Seven South Dakotans Complete WDTC's Truck Driving Program

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) recently celebrated the graduation of seven students from its Class A Professional Truck Driving Program. This program meets the regional demand for skilled truck drivers, highlighted by the South Dakota Department of Labor's June 2023 report. It identifies 'Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers' as a key career based on job openings and average wages.

The graduates, all from South Dakota, are JP Bateman, Aiden Garner, Erik Grinnell, Sr., Crystal Hernandez, Josh Logan, Shane Mins, and Emory Tritapoe II. They are now qualified to join a field with significant employment opportunities and competitive wages. In 2022, the average annual wage for truck drivers was $52,070.

WDTC advises prospective students to register early for the next Class A Professional Truck Driving Program starting on August 19. The program is popular and fills up quickly. More information and registration details are available on the college’s website or through the Corporate Education Center.

Besides truck driving, WDTC offers programs in health sciences, energy technologies, and legal services. These programs aim to provide practical skills that align with current market needs. The 2022 Placement Report shows that 99% of WDTC graduates are employed, continuing their education, or serving in the military, demonstrating the college’s effective educational approach.

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