Commercial Driver’s License Class A (CDL)

Locations: Lehi

Program length
4-7 weeks

Total cost
$2,330

Registration Opens:

Registration Opens:

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Registration Opens:
Contact Lead Instructor

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Embark on a rewarding career in the transportation industry with our Commercial Driver’s License Class A program. Designed for aspiring professional truck drivers, this program prepares students with the essential skills and knowledge to confidently navigate the roads.

Our state-of-the-art training equipment and experienced instructors ensure students receive hands-on instruction in vehicle operation, safety protocols, and industry regulations. Students leave the program prepared and ready to take on the roads.

This course fulfills entry-level driver training requirements for CDL training in accordance with Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.

88% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

80% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $49k-$57k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
The Commercial Driver’s License – Class A (CDL) program prepares students with the skills and
knowledge necessary to join the professional driving industry. This course fulfills entry-level driver training requirements for CDL training in accordance with Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations.

Registration: This program is considered “non-term”, which means there are multiple registration dates throughout the year. Here are the registration dates with the correlating start date:

Day Class Registration DateContact Lead InstructorContact Lead InstructorContact Lead InstructorContact Lead InstructorContact Lead InstructorContact Lead InstructorContact Lead Instructor
NEXT START DATE: 11/4/202411/18/202412/2/202412/16/20241/6/20251/21/20252/3/2025
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Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years old. High school students are not eligible for this program.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
  • Must have a valid Utah driver’s license.
    • Students must have license for at least one year
  • Proof of Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
  • Students must contact the lead instructor before enrolling in the program to ensure eligibility has been met. Contact Randy Reid at (801) 427-4615.
  • Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test and DOT physical. These tests will be administered after enrollment of the program, but before driving any of the college vehicles. These tests are included in course fees.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Defined Entry/Defined ExitLehi Campus – Building A306bimonthly start dates4.5 weeks from beginning of class8:00 AM4:30 PMM-F
Defined Entry/Defined ExitLehi Campus – Building A306Monthly Start Dates; Spring/Summer (Spring to Fall Months)7 weeks from beginning of class5:00 PM10:00 PMM-F
Defined Entry/Defined ExitLehi Campus – Building A306Monthly Start Dates; Fall/Winter hours (Fall to Spring Months)7 weeks from beginning of class4:00 PM9:00 PMM-F
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Schedule Notes:November – April Hours are from 4:00 pm – 9:00pm MST (Mountain Standard Time) May – October hours are 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm MDT (Mountain Daylight Time)
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Total hours: 180

Course Descriptions
 
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fee
Commerical Driver’s License Class A18060$720.00$1,500.00$70.00
TOTALS:18060$720.00$1,500.00$70.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the full program.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$720.00
Application Fee$0.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Total Course Fees:$1,500.00
Required Materials:$0.00
Industry Exam Fee:$70.00
Total Cost:$2,330.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the full program.

Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
Flashlight, Leather GlovesRecommended, Student may purchase on their own, but not required for classVaries
Additional Test attempts2 test attempts are covered in Program Fees. Students must pay for additional attempts$200.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials $200.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Commercial Truck Driving
  • State of Utah Commercial Driving License A (CDLA)
  • T-Doubles Endorsement
  • T-Doubles and Triples Endorsement
  • N-Taker Endorsement

How soon can I start?
The program has a start date every month. However, there is typically a waiting period to be enrolled.

How long is the program?
The day class is 24 business days (about 5 weeks). The night class is 36 business days (about 7 weeks).

Do you help with job placement?
We do not do a formal job placement. However, recruiters contact us often and it is rare that students leave without a job offer.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Commercial Driver’s License Class A after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Contact Lead Instructor

Students must contact the lead instructor to ensure eligibility requirements have been met. Please contact Randy Reid at (801) 427-4615 or rreid@mtec.edu.

Register for Commercial Driver’s License Class A

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within the program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

Need more information?

Lead Instructor
Employee photo Randy Reid
Randy Reid


801-427-4615

INFORMATION SESSIONS

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Admissions Advisors

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AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS

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Program length
4-7 wks
Total cost
$2,330
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Course Description

Commerical Driver's License Class A
The Commercial Drivers' License Class A Course prepares students in classroom theory, backing skills, and entry-level driving skills including behind the wheel range and public road practice.
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