Advanced Career Institute

09/19/2026

That's a wrap on National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. To every driver hauling freight across the country and every student training to join them, thank you for the work you do. It doesn't stop when the week ends, and neither does our appreciation.

09/18/2026

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week got you thinking about a career behind the wheel? Our Class A CDL program gets you road-ready in just a few weeks, meets federal ELDT requirements, and runs at our Fresno, Visalia, Merced, and Las Vegas campuses.

Ready to get started? Check it out here: https://ow.ly/YXMX50ZKRhL

09/16/2026

Our Vice President, David Bither, is moderating the ELDT Compliance panel at the PTDI Summit today!
This discussion brings together industry professionals to discuss compliance, standards, and the evolving landscape of Entry-Level Driver Training.

We’re proud to see ACI represented in important conversations shaping the future of commercial driver training.

09/16/2026

It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, and part of celebrating that profession is recognizing what it takes to get there.

One of our students put it best: the time and care instructors put into training is what makes it worth the investment.

09/15/2026

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs September 13 to 19, and this year's theme is "For the Miles You Drive and the Sacrifices You Make."

We wrote about what it actually takes to drive professionally in California, from Central Valley heat to mountain grades to keeping food moving out of the harvest. Read the full blog article: https://advanced.edu/blog/ntdaw/

09/13/2026

It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, and we're kicking it off with a simple message: thank you.

Professional drivers keep grocery shelves stocked, hospitals supplied, and the economy moving, often while away from home for days or weeks at a time. This week, be sure to thank a trucker!

09/11/2026

Today we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the first responders who ran toward danger to help others.

25 years later, we carry that spirit of service with us every day. We never forget.

09/10/2026

California welders are earning more than people may assume, and the demand isn't slowing down either.

We broke down median pay, which industries are hiring right now, and how fast pay grows as your skills grow in our newest blog article. Read the full breakdown in our blog!

Key Takeaways California's welding labor market in 2026 combines strong demand, above-average pay, and multiple training pathways. Here are the core

09/08/2026

Ever wonder what separates a Class A CDL from a Class B? A Class A license lets you drive combination vehicles, think tractor-trailers, while a Class B covers single, heavier vehicles like straight trucks or buses.

At Advanced Career Institute, we focus on Class A training because it opens the most doors in long-haul and regional freight. Curious what our program looks like? Get more details here: https://ow.ly/rFrI50ZKHRx

09/07/2026

Labor Day is a good reminder of what hard work actually builds.
To everyone in the trades, on the road, and in the shop, we hope you have a well-earned day off.

Happy Labor Day from all of us at ACI!