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160 Hour Four Week CVTA Certified Class A CDL Course

160 Hour Four Week CVTA Certified Class A CDL Course  at Midwest Truck Driving School

160 Hour Four Week CVTA Certified Class A CDL Course

at Midwest Truck Driving School

West Michigan Catalog

The Class A CDL tractor-trailer training course consists of 160 hours of classroom instruction, yard maneuvers, and on-the-road driving experience. This course is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the trucking industry and meets transportation standards for individuals to enter the industry as entry-level professional drivers. Course meets Monday through Friday from 8 am – 4:30 pm for four consecutive weeks. Students will leave this program with a Class A CDL Without any restrictions. All trucks have manual transmissions. 

Leads to

$49k careers

Costs

$5k

Takes

4 Weeks
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Example Career

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.

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$36,020

$49,020

$64,310

$17.32

$23.57

$30.92

Admissions

   Driver's license
   Drug testing

Admission Policies

  • Must be 18 years old or older to attend
  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • Must not have had any disqualifying suspensions on the driver’s license within the past three years (MI Only). Questioning if you qualify? Call our helpdesk at 906-789-6311
  • Qualify to obtain a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit (For four weeklong classes this will be obtained the first week of class)
  • Possess a valid DOT physical with a medical card (this can also be obtained the first week of class for four weeklong programs)
  • Pass A DOT FMCSA 5-panel drug screen (marijuana, THC, cocaine, amphetamines, opioids, and PCP) this can also be obtained during the first week of class for four weeklong programs)
  • Must have the ability to read, write, and speak the English language
  • A high school diploma or GED is NOT required
  • All interested individuals must complete an enrollment application and be approved by an admissions representative at the school

Who do I Contact?

1519 North 26th Street
Escanaba, MI 49829

Quick Facts

Location:  Escanaba, MI

Type:  Short-term training 0-6 months

Format:  In-Person

Hours:  Full-time

Age:  18 and up

Requirements:  Driver's license, Drug testing