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program overview
Our program is designed to prepare the student for the Commercial Driver License written and road test administered by the Tennessee Department of Safety. This is a 160 hour program.
tuition
Entry Level Class ‘A”: $5,500
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Does include Class A CDL License testing fee.
Does NOT include any tests required for enrollment:
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DOT Physical - average cost $100
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Drug Screen - average cost $40
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MVR – average cost $5
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Does NOT include any tests conducted by TN DMV:
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Learner’s permit - $20.00
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Class A CDL license $72
Financial Assistance
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For those that qualify there is grant money available for residents of Tennessee. These grants do not have to be paid back. For credit approved applicants, tuition loans should be available through your local financial institutions.
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WIOA accepted. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Admissions Criteria
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At least 18 years of age
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Proficient in spoken and written English
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Clean Driving Record
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US Citizen or legal work authorization
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High school diploma, GED, or Ability to benefit test
job placement assistance
Superior Drivers Institute offers placement assistance to graduates who successfully complete the program.
Placement assistance includes:
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Assisting students in application preparation
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Interview coaching
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Identify and contact prospective employers
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Arrange interviews with area based prospective employers.
is SDI an approved cDL driving school?
YES! SDI is an approved commercial driving school in Tennessee, as well as a registered Training Provider with the FMCSA.