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Southeast's Truck Driver Training Program holding Open House on November 19 in Winona

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Truck Driver Training Program Open House 
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 5-6:30 pm
Transportation Center - Minnesota State College Southeast
1250 Homer Road, Winona, MN
Register at www.southeastmn.edu/truck (encouraged but not required)

If you're looking for an exciting career with exceptional earning potential, truck driver training at Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona will have you on the road in only a few weeks!

Spring Semester start dates for the Truck Driving Certificate are coming up on Monday, January 12, 2026 and Monday, March 16, 2026.

The college is holding a Truck Driving Training Program Open House on Wednesday, November 19 from 5 to 6:30 pm in the Transportation Building, located behind the Winona campus main building at 1250 Homer Road, Winona. Registration is encouraged, but not required, at www.southeastmn.edu/truck.

"There will always be a demand for qualified truck drivers, because trucking is essential to America's economy," said instructor Tom Gierok. "At Southeast, we are dedicated to training the safest, most courteous drivers on the highway today."

At the Truck Driver Training Open House, you can:

  • Discover free tuition opportunities
  • Tour the Transportation Center facilities
  • Go for a ride-along with a program instructor
  • Learn about program requirements
  • Apply for admission to the program
  • Get to know your instructors
  • Have a slice of pizza
  • Plus - chance to win prizes!

Admissions Representative Chris Cook will give presentations every half-hour on the admissions, enrollment, and financial aid process. Industry representatives who hire truck drivers will also be present to answer your questions about finding employment in the field.

Minnesota State College Southeast's 20-credit Truck Driving certificate in Winona is renowned for top-notch instructors, state-of-the-art facilities, and best of all, 100% job placement. Because highly skilled truckers are in demand, many companies offer tuition reimbursement and signing bonuses.

For more information and to register for the Open House, go to www.southeastmn.edu/truck .

Last Edited by John at 10/20/2025 4:04 PM