How long does it take to get a CDL?

CDL training programs typically take 3-8 weeks for full-time students. Part-time programs may take 3-6 months. The exact duration depends on the type of CDL (Class A, B, or C) and the training school.

What is ELDT certification?

Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) is a federal requirement since February 2022. All new CDL applicants must complete training from an FMCSA-registered provider before taking the CDL skills test.

How much does CDL school cost?

CDL training costs typically range from $3,000 to $10,000 for private schools. Company-sponsored programs may offer free training in exchange for a work commitment. Financial aid, WIOA grants, and VA benefits can help cover costs.

Can I get paid while training for my CDL?

Yes, many trucking companies offer paid CDL training programs where you earn a salary while learning. These programs typically require a 1-2 year employment commitment after graduation.

Idaho

Top Rated CDL Schools in Boise, ID

32 ELDT Verified Schools Found

Warning: If a school is not on the federal registry, you cannot get your license. All schools listed on CDL Schools USA are verified against the 2025 FMCSA database.

160 Driving Academy - Boise Classroom

9050 W Overland Road, Suite 120, Boise, ID 83709

ELDT Verified

Class AClass BHazardous Materials

Top Rated CDL Schools in Boise, ID

160 Driving Academy - Boise Classroom

2048 - Boise - ID - National Express

Ada County Sheriff's Office

Ada County Sheriff's Office

Bar7 Trucking

BOI

Boise Physical

Boise State University Transportation

Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping Inc./Eco-Pan/Boise ID

Bureau of Land Management

Central Transport - 837

District 3

FedEx Freight BSE

Hayden Beverage Co

Idaho CDL Training LLC Idaho, Boise

Idaho Novus Classical Academy

Inland Crane Inc

Kids Are Special People

Kniferiver Mountain west

MV Transportation - Boise, ID

Northwestern Stage Lines Boise

Odom Corporation Boise

Pacific Supply - Boise

Sage International School

Sterling Battery Co.

TMAC

Train 4 Less Boise

Transport Bureau

United Parcel Service

UPS - Boise, ID

USDA Forest Service/Boise NF/Mountain Home RD-Lucky Peak

Western Trailers

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