Commercial Driver’s License - CDL MEC 004

Commercial Driver’s License Program follows the curriculum, as required by the Office of the Secretary of State, Driver Services Department. Classroom instruction includes but is not limited to preparation for Secretary of State written examinations and all chapters of this curriculum. Training yard behind-the-wheel instruction requires one-on-one instruction with properly licensed CDL instructor and vehicle on an approved training lot and on public streets and highways. Observation and additional classroom, range and over-the-road training based on each student’s specific needs will be offered. Upon successful completion, students receive the CDL class A. 

Student can register for an AM or PM CDL course. New cohorts start on the first or second (if a holiday) Mondays of the month. 

M/T/Th/Sat: 7am - 1pm

M/T/Th: 4 - 8pm, Sat 7am - 2pm

Have offer two options.

160 hour program is divided into four weeks and complies with the ELDT requirements for entry level driver training. These hours are representative of what the state of Illinois requires to obtain a CDL license. The program includes 20 hours of maneuvers (skills) inside the training yard, 20 of hours of training on the road, and 20 hours of observation inside the vehicle. ALL THE ENDORSEMENTS available to CDL drivers are included in this course.

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240 hour program is divided into six weeks. These hours are representative of what the state of Illinois requires to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. The program includes 30 hours of maneuvers (skills) inside the training yard, 30 hours of training on the road, and 30 hours of observation inside the vehicle. ALL THE ENDORSEMENTS available to CDL drivers are included in this course. We also cover the cost of fingerprints for the Hazmat Endorsement.

We work closely with our students to develop their job seeking skills and support their employment search on an ongoing basis after they graduate. We provide additional retesting and training, if necessary, as long as the student attends all scheduled training and is showing progress towards graduating.