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.

Tennessee

Top Rated CDL Schools in Knoxville, TN

33 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.

55335 University of Tennessee

1700 Cherry Street, Unit C, Knoxville, TN 37934

ELDT Verified

Class BPassenger

Top Rated CDL Schools in Knoxville, TN

55335 University of Tennessee

Ancora for PepsiCo Knoxville, TN

Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping Inc./Eco-Pan/Knoxville TN

Central Transport - 379

Cherokee Distributing - Knoxville

City of Knoxville Public Service Department

Dayton Freight Lines inc - KNX

Grace Place Afterschool Care

Hicks Safety Services

HIGHWAY MARKINGS INC.

Knox County Schools - Sarah Simpson Professional Development Center

Knox County Schools - South Doyle Middle School

Knoxville - Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc.

Knoxville Area Transit-1

Knoxville Area Transit-2

Knoxville-Knox County Head Start

KXT

LDI

MasTec Network Solutions Knoxville, Tennessee

OCC- CDL Academy

Pipeline Construction

Premier Transportation, LLC

PWNA-Knoxville

Skyline Transportation Inc.

Stansell Electric Company (Knoxville)

Star Construction, LLC

Stowers Machinery Corp

Teamsters Local Union 519

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville

Titan Transfer Inc

UPS - Knoxville, TN

Vermeer Heartland

Volunteer Highway Supply Co Inc

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