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Course curriculum

  • 1

    TERMINOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT

    • FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS TERMINOLOGY

    • EQUIPMENT IN FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION

    • Chapter 1 Quiz
  • 2

    DOT REGULATIONS and RULES FOR DISPATCHERS

    • DOT REGULATIONS AND RULES FOR DISPATCHERS

    • OBTAINING PERMITS

    • Chapter 2 Quiz
  • 3

    ELD (Electronic Log Book)

    • LOG BOOK RULES

    • MASTER ELD TRAINING VIDEO

    • Chapter 3 Quiz
  • 4

    LOAD BOARDS

    • LOAD BOARD BASICS

    • POSTING A TRUCK TO DAT TRAINING VIDEO

    • POSTING A TRUCK IN TRUCKSTOP TRAINING VIDEO

    • SEARCHING FOR LOADS IN DAT TRAINING VIDEO

    • SEARCHING FOR LOADS IN TRUCKSTOP TRAINING VIDEO

    • Chapter 4 Quiz
  • 5

    DISPATCHING TOOLS

    • TOOLS THAT EVERY DISPATCHER NEEDS

    • DISPATCHING CONSOLE AND TOOLS TRAINING VIDEO

    • Chapter 5 Quiz
  • 6

    TALKING TO BROKERS/ LOAD ACQUISITION

    • NEGOTIATIONS

    • Dispatching Live

    • Dispatch Live

    • Dispatch Live

    • Dispatch Live

    • Dispatch Live

    • Dispatch Live

    • Chapter 6 Quiz
  • 7

    PAPERWORK

    • CONFIRMATION

    • BOL (Bill of Lading)

    • SET UP PACKAGE

    • SET UP PACKAGE EXAMPLE

    • CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE

    • Chapter 7 Quiz
  • 8

    FACTORING

    • WHAT IS FACTORING AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

    • CHECKING BROKER CREDIT

    • Chapter 8 Quiz
  • 9

    OPENING A DISPATCH BUSINESS

    • HOW TO OPEN A COMANY

    • OBTAINING A FEIN NUMBER/ OPENIGN A BANK ACCOUNT

    • SETTING UP A HOME OFFICE

    • MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS
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SAMPLE LECTURE

NDFCA DISPATCHER COURSE

The NDFCA dispatcher course is geared to teach freight dispatching from scratch. Learn everything you need to start working. The course was designed by a Master Broker and Dispatching Team to deliver concise, work-related content. We train you to start dispatching with confidence. Our video modules teach you visually, so you know how to perform protocols and procedures. Lean regulations, documentation, load boards, log books and negotiation techniques. We provide you with all the tools for success!

  • Video and Audio Training Modules

  • 2 Load Boards

  • DOT Regulations

  • Logistics Documentation

  • Certificate of Completion

  • NDFCA Certification Examination Approved Course

TESTIMONIALS

THANK YOU!

by Celine G.

Thank you NDFCA! After taking the dispatcher course, I felt confident and got a job within a week! I made $1,800 my first week! This course changed my life. I am grateful and would recommend this to anyone who wants to get into freight dispatching!

THUMBS UP!

by Makhaddin, K.

As a managing partner for Amerixpress, Inc, I always hire certified dispatchers, and I count on NDFCA to provide professional and knowledgeable dispatchers. Their training course covers all topics a beginner dispatcher should know. I have to do very little training on the job!

5 STARS

by Michelle, K

I am a nurse by education and my husband is a truck driver. I took this course because I wanted to learn how to dispatch our truck on my own. This program was easy to follow, detailed and taught me everything I needed to know. Now I dispatch for my husbands trucking company and cover 6 other trucks! Thank you!

FAQ

  • How long is the course?

    The student takes this course at their own pace. We recommend taking notes as you go. The course is designed to be finished over several days.

  • Is there a test at the end?

    Although there is no test or examination at the end, there are chapter quizzes that have to be completed and passed. The passing score is 70%.

  • Where can I work after completing this course?

    After the completion of this course, the disapcther can work for a carrier company, a brokerage or start their own business dispatching!

  • How much do freight dispatchers make a year?

    The salary for freight dispatchers varies from $45,000 to $100,000+ annually.

  • Does this course have a certificate of completion?

    The student will be able to download a copy of a printable Certificate of Completion upon finishing the course.

  • Does this course allow me to obtain the NDFCA Freight Dispatcher Certification?

    Yes, upon completion of the course, the student can take the examination for the NDFCA National Freight Dispatcher Certificaton.

  • Are there remote positions for freight dispatchers?

    Yes, many freight dispatchers work from home and remotely from overseas.

  • Is there an age requirement to take this course?

    You have to be 18 and possess a high school diploma/ GED to take this course.

  • Is this course 100% online?

    Yes, the Freight Dispatcher course is 100% online. However, we do offer in-person training in the West Chicago location. Please contact NDFCA for more information.

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