CDL Training Course

Commercial truck driving procedures and techniques, along with classroom theory will be taught and practiced during this 16 day course. The student will learn how to correctly and safely perform required skill standards. This course will prepare the student for passing the state licensing exam and obtaining a Commercial Driver's License with the issuing State and be trained for an entry level position.

The course includes 40 hours of classroom instruction related to knowledge of the state's CDL, driving safely, airbrakes, combination vehicles, log books, trip planning, along with public and employee relations. The student will be prepared to take the CDL permit exam the first week of class. If a student enrolled in the CDL Training Course is unable to pass the state permit test within the first scheduled eight days, their provisional enrollment will expire. The permit allows the student to drive while accompanied by a CDL driver. NOTE: Student must obtain permit prior to field training.

The student will receive 20 hours of range which will be on a school site field training prior to 20 hours of over the road field training on rural highways, interstate, and city driving. This course will also provide 60 hours of remedial training that includes bookwork, driving skills and practice exams. Field training will include 20 hours of observation performed by a MTI instructor with a CDL. Upon meeting completion requirements of the CDL Training Course, the student is entitled to a Diploma. State licensure will be required to obtain entry level employment.

To comply with federal CDL guidelines, all CDL students will need to register on the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol National Clearinghouse website once they obtain their CDL permit or license. Students must receive an 80% or higher on all exams as well as pass all range and road proficiencies in order to graduate. If a CDL Training Course student receives an incomplete, the student may re-test in 31 days with the State; if the student fails a third time, the student will be dismissed from the school. If there is a disqualifier that shows up on the query of any CLP/CDL holder the individual cannot, under federal law, continue on in the course until the issue has been resolved.

At Midwest Technical Institute (MTI), most classes start every 5 weeks, which means we’re here for you when you’re ready to get hands-on training to take off towards your new career! Our knowledgeable and passionate Admissions Team at MTI will help you understand the program and support structure available during your time on campus while guiding you through the admissions process.

160 total clock hours over 16 days/4 weeks: 40 Clock Hours Classroom / 20 Clock Hours Range / 20 Clock Hours Over the Road / 20 Clock Hours Observation / 60 Clock Hours Remedial. Class is held Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The maximum number of students in a typical classroom is 25 and 4 per truck.

Method of Payment

• Option 1: To obtain a personal loan, or pay by cash or check (there is a fee for checks returned for any reason).
• Option 2: Apply for Financial Aid (Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, etc.)
• Option 3: Obtain outside scholarships and/or grants from state and/or local agencies
• Option 4: Pay with a credit card (we accept VISA, MasterCard, and Discover)

MTI does not charge interest on self-pay balances payable to the school.

For Students Using VA Benefits

Midwest Technical Institute will not take any of the four following actions toward any student using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill (Ch. 33) or Veteran Readiness and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while their payment from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs is pending to the educational institution:

• Prevent enrollment;
• Assess a late penalty fee;
• Require they secure alternative or additional funding;
• Deny access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

Total program tuition is $4,076 (tuition only; any fees billed separately).

Career Placement

The respective Program Director at MTI can provide assistance to currently enrolled students and graduates. Services include job placement assistance and guidance to students and graduates as they seek employment. If the student/graduate is planning to work in another state, the student/graduate is advised that each state has its own requirements. MTI cannot and does not guarantee a student can or will be licensed or registered for employment in any specific state and cannot and does not guarantee a student will obtain employment or will obtain a minimum starting wage. No one at MTI is authorized by the school to make any such guarantees. Students attending and graduating from MTI are responsible themselves to prepare and submit employment applications to prospective employers.

As a vocational school, general development is appropriate to the level of education MTI provides. Each program teaches life skills such as resume writing, professionalism, interview skills, etc., which will prepare the students for successful employment. Students are assisted with life skills, career development, budget, and personal financial planning skills as needed.

Student Services

As a vocational school, general development is appropriate to the level of education MTI provides. Students are assisted with life skills, career development, budget, and personal financial planning skills as needed.

Advising

Advice is available to students through academic and administrative personnel. The faculty and staff at MTI are professional men and women who are willing to devote the necessary time to students who seek individualized assistance. Each instructor is available to help a student resolve academic problems which may prohibit satisfactory progress. The respective Program Director may be consulted with any questions or concerns pertaining to a student's education.

Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center facilities are available to students during regularly scheduled class hours under the supervision of an instructor. Books, periodicals, and reference material are to be used on school property only.

Housing

MTI will assist any student desiring to find housing while attending our school. Our student services department has a list of realtors and landlords.

Student Success Specialist (SSS)

The Student Success Specialist will have current listings for daycare listings, local housing, food banks, health and wellness, mental health resources, and transportation help.