CDL English Readiness™ for Veterans
Military Transition and MOS Translation Support
The Veteran Transition Challenge
You have the discipline, technical skills, and operational experience. But civilian CDL pathways expect a different communication style. When veterans and military spouses cannot translate military communication patterns to civilian DOT contexts, they face:
- MOS translation gaps
- Civilian communication misalignment
- Stress communication under pressure
- Documentation style differences
- Roadside interaction uncertainty
Safety Communication Tasks
CDL English Readiness™ bridges military and civilian communication expectations:
- Pre-trip inspection explanation - Translating vehicle checks to civilian terminology
- DOT officer dialogue - Navigating civilian authority interactions
- Incident reporting - Converting military documentation to DOT formats
- Dispatcher communication - Managing civilian logistics communication
- HOS/logbooks - Understanding civilian regulatory compliance
ACTFL-Informed Diagnostic Framework
We use ACTFL proficiency descriptors (Novice High → Intermediate Mid) to create fair, consistent instructional pathways. These levels are used exclusively as instructional references, not as regulatory standards or certification levels.
This ensures veterans receive tailored support that respects military experience while meeting FMCSA 49 CFR §391.11(b)(2) requirements.
Program Modules
- Military-to-civilian communication translation
- Pre-trip English (civilian terminology)
- DOT roadside English
- Civilian incident reporting
- HOS/logbooks
- Dispatcher communication
Veteran Benefits
- Faster military-to-civilian transition
- Reduced communication-based training delays
- Improved civilian job placement
- Enhanced SkillBridge outcomes
- Stronger confidence in civilian contexts
- Career pathway acceleration