Class A CDL

Fast Facts

Tuition: $4,600
- NOTICE: Starting with Session 7, tuition will increase to $4,800
Classes start monthly and rotate between a weekday schedule and evenings/weekends. Scroll down to review our schedule.
We do not qualify for traditional sources of financial aid, but work with external programs that can help. You can review the list here: Funding Resources
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Course Details

The CDL Class A training program is an accelerated program designed to teach students how to safely operate a Class A commercial vehicle and obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license. Students will receive theory instruction to prepare them for the written exams at the MVD. Once you have received your permit, you will attend behind-the-wheel training with a CNM Ingenuity CDL instructor.

Instruction is based on the New Mexico CDL Manual and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration requirements including airbrakes, vehicle inspection, manual transmission, backing skills, and over-the-road driving.

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Schedule:

Online Theory Class

Self paced, online modules that you can complete at your convenience prior to behind-the-wheel training. Typically takes around 20 – 30 hours to complete.

Pre-Work Driver Qualification File

All students must complete and submit a driver qualification file including the following documents. Your permit is required to complete the pre-work. Be ready to provide:

Current Driver’s License
DOT Medical Card
3 years employment history
3 years residency
Register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse
Take a DOT Drug Test

Here is a sample timeline for the CDL Theory and Prework: CDL Theory and Prework Timeline – SAMPLE

Behind-the-Wheel Training

Behind-the-wheel trainings are 4-5 weeks plus CDL Skills Exam (scheduled upon completion of class hours). Schedule may vary for on-site training activities, weather, and vehicle availability. We offer multiple options for scheduling:

Weekday Schedule

Monday through Friday, starting at either 7:00am OR 11:30am.

Weekend Schedule

Saturday and Sunday 7:00am – 3:30pm

Upcoming Behind-The-Wheel Training

We run classes once per month throughout the year. Here our classes open for registration:

Session 6:

Theory: May 26, 2023

Behind the Wheel: July 10, 2023

Session 7: *Starting with Session 7, tuition will increase to $4,800

Theory: June 30, 2023

Behind the Wheel: August 14, 2023

Session 8:

Theory: August 7, 2023

Behind the Wheel: September 18, 2023

Session 9:

Theory: September 11, 2023

Behind the Wheel: October 23, 2023

Session 10: *This session will not have weekend availability due to the holidays

Theory: October 16, 2023

Behind the Wheel: November 20, 2023

Additional courses are added regularly. Please check back if you do not see a course that fits your schedule.

Cost: $4600

Tuition includes one CDL Skills Exam Fee

The following fees are not included in tuition and are the responsibility of the student (estimated costs)

Medical Card: ~$150

Commercial Learners Permit: ~$10

Commercial Drivers License: ~$20

NOTICE: Starting with Session 7 in July, tuition will increase to $4,800

Course Policies and Expecations

Please review our class Policies and Expectations:

ABQ CDL Policies and Expectations – 2023 UPDATED

Student Code of Conduct 2022

Financial Assistance is available!

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