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Academy for Mine Training and Energy Technologies
The Academy for Mine Training and Energy Technologies provides training for individuals who are interested in a career in the mining and/or energy technology industries. The Academy also delivers customized, on-site training for companies in the industry.
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Mining Courses/Programs
Mine Foreman
WV 40-Hour Surface Apprentice
WV 80 Hour Underground Apprentice
WV 60-Hour EMT-M Initial Certification
WV Mine Foreman Training
WV 8-Hour Electrical Hazards Training
WV 40-Hour Electrical Training
WV EMT-M 8-Hour Recertification
WV Belt Examiner Certification
WV Surface & Underground Annual Retraining
OSHA 10-Hour Training
OSHA Hazwoper Training
Forklift Certification Training
CAT Heavy Equipment Simulator Training (777D, 992G, D11R)
First Aid/AED/CPR Training
CDL Class
CDL Permit Information
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit information
Charleston Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
304.558.3900
Applicants must:
- Be 18 or older
- Have a valid drivers license
- You must obtain your CDL permit from the DMV prior to taking this CDL class
- Obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical before applying for the CDL test card
- Apply for a CDL test card at your local DMV
Applicants go to Charleston DMV to obtain a CDL Permit test card.
Bring:
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- Birth certificate
- DOT physical
- Permit application
- License
- Fee ($32.50)
CDL Checklist
The following must be completed before class begins:
- DOT physical
- Obtain your CDL permit at the DMV office in Charleston, WV (or Frankfort, KY)
- Work out a payment arrangement with the Business Office at Southern or Workforce WV
The student will need the following items on the first day of class:
- Copy of tuition receipt
- Copy of DMV driving record
- Copy of CDL permit
- Copy of Social Security card
This program is on the Williamson campus only
Students will take a drug screen the first week of class (students are responsible for payment)
The class is 6 weeks
Day classes Monday – Thursday (days and times are subject to change)
Monday through Thursday 8 AM – 4 PM
Evening Classes Wednesday – Saturday (days and times are subject to change)
Wednesday through Friday 4 PM – 9 PM
Saturday 8 AM – 3 PM
Examiners fee is $100 (students are responsible for payment) – if the student fails (for any reason), the exam has to be retaken and the student has to pay the fee again
Upon passing the final exam, students will receive their license from the DMV within two days
Contact
For more information
Phone: 304-896-7272
If you have any issues
*Applying for workforce training does not guarantee you will be admitted into the class.
CDL/Lineman Class
Lineman/CDL Checklist
Overall Requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have a valid driver’s license
The following must be completed before class begins:
- DOT physical
- Obtain a CDL permit at the Charleston, WV (or Frankfort, KY) DMV office
- Work out a payment arrangement with Southern’s Business Office or Workforce WV
- Pre-assessment / Physical agility test
The following must be given to the Southern Academy for Mine Training and Energy Technologies:
- Copy of tuition receipt
- Copy of DMV driving record
- Copy of CDL permit
- Copy of Social Security card
- Copy of DOT physical
This program is on the Williamson campus only
Students will take a drug screen the first week of class (students are responsible for payment)
The class is 16 weeks – CDL is incorporated into the 16 weeks
Class is Monday – Thursday, 8 AM – 4 PM (subject to change)
Program pre-assessment (prospects will be tested for natural climbing ability, strength, and agility):
- Long sleeve shirt
- Jeans or work pants
- Boots with a prominent heel (1 inch)
- Safety glasses
- Work gloves
Contact
For more information
Phone: 304-896-7272
If you have any issues
*Applying for workforce training does not guarantee you will be admitted into the class.
