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Commercial Driver's License – Class A

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Commercial Driver’s License – Class A

6 Credit Hours | Technical Certificate

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Program Length

6 Credit Hours

Credentials

Technical Certificate

Tuition/FEES*

Total Estimated Cost: $1,194
(subject to change without notice)

Location

Westpointe Campus

Financial Aid/Funding

Financial Aid/Funding, Scholarships are available.

Program Overview

CDL Driver
Cargo Handling

 

The program covers basic and advanced operating practices, defensive driving, inspections, life skills and essential activities such as trip planning, map reading, hours of service, cargo handling and an employment workshop.

The Class A (No restrictions) license is intended for driving a commercial motor vehicle equipped with air brakes. Vehicles with a gross total weight rating of 26,001 pounds, requiring a towed unit of 10,001 pounds or more (i.e. tractor-trailer.).

REQUIREMENTS:

CDL Learners Permit (Class A - No restrictions), also have in your possession a class D temporary license. Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) w/ no DUI's within past two years DOT medical card Drug Screening (this is date sensitive - read instructions before proceeding) Please be aware about new DOT Drug Testing requirements effective January 2018

What You Will Learn

  • Successfully pass the Commercial Driver License Skills Tests, obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) and find employment in the trucking industry.

Career Outcomes

Entry-Level Wage: $21.04, Median Wage: $29.72
283 Monthly Openings


Occupational Data, 2025, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling

Occupations

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Certification Included

Technical Certificate

State Licensure/Certification Information

Professional Licensure
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Tuition & Financial Aid

Total Estimated Cost: $1,499.75

CDL Learner's Permit: $40.00

DOT Physical: $40.00 – $50.00

Driving Record (MVR): $6.00

Drug Screening: $35.00 (must be completed at the SLTC approved collection site)

Books/Supplies: $174.75

*Tuition includes all certification exam fees. Subject to change without notice.

Scholarships Available

Please contact SLCC Veterans Services for VA Educational Benefits

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Required Courses

6 Credit Hours

TECD 1100

Commercial Driver’s License – Class A

Credit Hours: 6

Semester: All

 

Top 6 things to know before you apply

  1. Understand the Program Requirements
  2. Align Career Goals
  3. Explore Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Funding
  4. Program Duration and Schedule
  5. Teaching Mode
  6. Academic Readiness

How To Apply

1

Apply for Admissions

Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.

2

Meet with Your Academic Advisor

Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):

801-957-4978

academicadvising@elco.edu

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