Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
1. COURSE OBJECTIVE
Description: The Classic CDL Class A 160 Hours Course is designed to train entry-level drivers for the commercial trucking industry. The objective is for each student to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) upon successful completion. Training covers federal regulations, driving skills, parking skills, range maneuvers, pre-trip inspection, and on-road driving proficiency.
Competencies to be achieved: Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
- Interpret and apply U.S. DOT regulations to obtain a Class A CDL permit and license.
- Demonstrate competency in basic and advanced vehicle maneuvers including backing, alley docking, and parallel parking.
- Identify safety concerns and hazards during pre-trip vehicle inspections.
- Demonstrate driving proficiency on restricted areas, public streets, and highways.
- Complete and maintain logbooks, electronic logs, and DOT-required documentation.
- Apply safe driving practices including trip planning and defensive driving.
- Understand cargo liability, load securement, and safety regulations.
- Detect and report maintenance issues on combination vehicles.
Program duration: 4 weeks / 160 hours. Hybrid delivery: classroom theory may be completed online; behind-the-wheel training is in person.
2. TOTAL COST OF PROGRAM
Total In-State Program Cost: $5,074.00 Includes testing and licensure: Yes
- In-State Tuition: $3,874.00
- Registration Fee: $125.00
- Other Fees: $1,025.00 (MVR, drug test $50, DOT physical $50, Tanker endorsement $125, Doubles/Triples $125, Hazmat ELDT $125, Permit Test $25, Skills Test $25, Manual Transmission $500)
- Books (estimated): $50.00
Note: Credit card transactions subject to a 2.75% processing fee. No fee on cash, check, Zelle, ACH, wire transfer, or money orders.
3. BOOKS REQUIRED
- Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Driver's Manual — included in tuition
- Pre-Trip Inspection Book — included in tuition
- FMCSR Book — included in tuition
- Logbooks — included in tuition
4. SUPPLIES REQUIRED
- Pen, pencil, highlighter — included in tuition
- Certificate of Completion — issued upon successful program completion
5. WIOA CONTACT FOR ENROLLMENT STATUS / CREDENTIAL VERIFICATION
Name: Yanis Pasenov, Email: info@jwcdl.com | Phone: 602-888-4040
6. DIRECT WEBSITE LINK
7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Admission Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old (students 18-20 limited to intrastate driving; interstate requires age 21+)
- Must hold a valid Arizona Class D (or higher) Driver's License for at least one year
- Must meet DOT physical requirements and pass a DOT 5-panel drug test before behind-the-wheel training
- Must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to understand highway signs and respond to official inquiries
- Must provide valid Driver's License, Social Security Card, and U.S. Birth Certificate, U.S. Passport, or Legal Resident Card
Background Check Requirements: No mandatory criminal background check required for CDL licensure; criminal history reviewed case-by-case. MVR required. DOT 5-panel drug test required prior to behind-the-wheel training. DOT physical required before obtaining CDL permit.
Industry Standard Restrictions: Certain convictions (e.g., drug manufacturing, human trafficking, smuggling) may limit employment options with some carriers but do not automatically disqualify a student from training or licensure.
Prerequisites: None. No prior experience or CDL permit required. Permit preparation is included.
8. CREDENTIALS
Industry Recognized: Yes Organizations: AAMVA, FMCSA, CVTA, ADOT-MVD The Class A CDL is a federally regulated credential recognized in all 50 states.
Stackable: Yes Career Pathway: Base Class A CDL can be built upon with endorsements (Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples). Career paths include Company Driver, Owner-Operator, Fleet Owner, Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, CDL Instructor.
Portable: Yes A Class A CDL is recognized and accepted in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Accredited Curriculum: Yes Accrediting Agency: Arizona Department of Transportation — Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT-MVD), Site License #3115. FMCSA-approved ELDT Training Provider listed on federal Training Provider Registry. Curriculum meets 49 CFR Parts 380, 383, and 384.
9. JOB PLACEMENT
Job placement services offered: Yes
- Graduates matched to employers based on individual goals (local vs. OTR, home time, day/night, career track)
- Network of 100+ employer connections across Arizona and nationally
- Training provided on how to evaluate and vet potential employers
- Guidance on company driver, owner-operator, and fleet ownership career paths
- Owner-operator business guidance available (carrier authority, factoring, fuel discounts, lease options)
Refund Policy: https://jwcdl.com/cancellation-and-refund-policy Grievance Policy: https://jwcdl.com/grievance-policy-for-john-wheeler-cdl-school
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
4
Hours
160
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes, Entry level Class A Driver Training
Training Location(s)
2222 S. Dobson Rd, Building 11, Suite 1102, Mesa, Arizona
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
CDL Class A License
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
In-house financing available — no credit check required. Down payment plus weekly installments.
Refund Policy
https://jwcdl.com/cancellation-and-refund-policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - FMCSA ELDT Standards (49 CFR Parts 380, 383, 384); ADOT-MVD License #2813
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$50.00 CMV Manual, Pre-Trip Book
In-State Tuition
$3,874.00
Other Fees
$1,025.00 MVR, Background check, Drug test $50, DOT Physical $50, Tanker $125, Doubles/Triples $125, Hazardous materials Endorsement ELDT $125. Permit Test $25, Skill Test $25 Manual Transmission $500
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$3,874.00
Registration Fee
$125.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$5,074.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$5,074.00
