Apprenticeship Training

Start your career with a Registered Apprenticeship Program. Gain valuable hands-on experience while earning a paycheck. Learn from industry professionals, develop in-demand skills, and receive nationally recognized credentials. It's a smart path to a successful future—no student debt, just real-world training and career growth. Apply now to begin your journey!

Life Skills

Develop confidence, communication, and leadership through our Life Skills program. Learn essential tools for personal and professional growth while connecting with supportive mentors. Build meaningful relationships, strengthen decision-making, and empower yourself and others. Join a community that grows together—start building a brighter future today.

Transitional Workforce Living

We provide workforce housing solutions for reentry individuals and marginalized individuals—offering safe, affordable homes near jobs and services. Our housing supports stronger communities, promotes stability, and helps residents thrive.

Community Partners

Individuals Served since 2024
1
Average Salary of our Apprentices
$ 13000
new drivers needed in the next 10 years
10
Fortified Academy offers a variety of Apprentice Programs.

Ready to Get Started?

We are excited to help you establish your career in the trucking industry or experience hope, trust, and healing through our life skills courses.

For any of our programs, your first step is to click the button below and fill out our interest form. 

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What our students say

“That the instructor’s went above and beyond to make sure that we where informed of all information that would be needed to advance or career objectives and that we understood everything discussed easily.”

James Engelbrecht

First Gear Pre-Apprentice & CDL School Student

“The Behind the CDL Wheel Registered Apprentice Program taught me the valuable information that I needed to get out her and get started in my CDL Career. I highly recommend this program.”

Tim Leftenant

First Gear Pre-Apprentice & Behind the CDL Wheel Apprentice

“I am grateful for this program. It is going to help me move forward in my career with the Post Office. I am currently a mail handler, but once I get my CDL, I’ll be able to transfer into transportation and earn more money.”

Fred Stovall

First Gear Pre-Apprentice & CDL School Student

“The Behind the CDL Wheel is an all comprehensive program for drivers who want to further enhance their driving skills and I have benefited immensely from it. I would highly recommend it for everyone.”

Mahmood Mahmoodi

Behind the CDL Wheel Apprentice

Trust we will train your drivers.