Commercial Driver's License - Class A

school of Transportation

Program Summary

When Can I Start

Open enrollment/Year round start dates

Credits

6 Credit Hours

Time to Complete

2 months


Depending on experience, skill, and weekly class schedule, students may complete in less than 1 month.

Training Locations

Freeport West Extension

Adult Student Costs | $1,856*


*Estimated: Includes Tuition, Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

  • NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

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Program Outcomes

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Program / Admission Details

Program Description
The Commercial Driver’s License - Class A program provides professional driver training with classroom theory and in-vehicle hands-on training. This program is designed to meet the Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Administration (FMCSA) and the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). Students complete a range of driving competencies and become safe, comfortable, confident, law-abiding drivers. Students are trained to pass the State of Utah Driving Skills Tests for Class A combination vehicles, which include tractor-trailers equipped with air brakes. This program prepares students for CDL training per Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.
Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified adult students. Students must be 18 years old and graduated from High School, preferably 21 years old or older. If a student is under the age of 21, they should meet with an instructor to discuss their employment opportunities. New applicants will need the following items to complete this application.

  • Valid Driver's License
  • Valid Class A Learner's Permit
  • Valid DOT Physical Exam Card
  • CDL MVR Report

NOTE: If you are NOT sponsored by an employer that already has a regulated program then you will also need to submit the following items. Service costs will vary by service provider:

  • DOT Drug Screen
  • Statewide Background Check
Admission Assessment Requirements

Transcripts for prior academic learning or assessments (such as college or high school), may waive some or all of the admission requirements. Copies should be emailed to Admissions@davistech.edu. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in most cases. For applicants who do not have supporting documentation, please contact the Assessment Center to schedule an assessment.

The following tests are required for this program:


To be considered for a potential assessment waiver:

  • Adult applicants may submit unofficial high school transcripts, if courses were taken in the last three years; unofficial college transcripts from a regionally accredited institution; or ACT/SAT scores, if taken within the last 3 years
  • Applicants with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher
  • Applicants with an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution may submit a copy of their unofficial transcript of conferred degree

Documentation must be uploaded for an assessment waiver with program application or can be emailed to admissions@davistech.edu for review.

Credentials and Certifications
Davis Technical College Credentials
  • Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Classroom Hours

MONDAY
  • 8am-3pm
TUESDAY
  • 8am-3pm
WEDNESDAY
  • 8am-3pm
THURSDAY
  • 8am-3pm
FRIDAY
  • 8am-3pm

Program Faculty

Michael Hull

FT Michael Hull | Lead Instructor

  • Certificate from Sage Driving School
Ray Head

FT Ray Head

  • Associate degree from Stevens Henager College
Travis Drage

FT Travis Drage

  • High School
Jordan Edwards

PT Jordan Edwards

  • High School