CDL A Training

Be at least 21 years of age

Meet the Texas DPS Residency Requirements

Complete the Department of Transportation physical examination (Long Form required)

Pass a Department of Transportation drug screen

Hold a valid Texas driver's license prior to enrollment, free of any outstanding tickets or warrants

Provide a copy of your social security card or proof of your ability to work legally in the United States

You must reside in the State of Texas

Provide a copy of your high school diploma, G.E.D., or successfully pass the written Learner's Permit section of the CDL exam

Complete your Admissions Application

Be able to read and speak the English language and do simple arithmetic

No loss of a foot, a leg, a hand, or an arm; or has been granted a skill performance evaluation certificate

No diabetes requiring insulin for control

No heart problems

No respiratory dysfunction

No high blood pressure

No rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular, or vascular problems that would affect vehicle control

No epilepsy or other condition likely to cause loss of consciousness

No mental, nervous, organic, or functional disease or psychiatric disorder likely to interfere with vehicle control

Vision 20/40 or better in each eye, not color blind

Have good hearing

No addiction to drugs

No addiction to alcohol

No felony convictions involving illegal drugs in a commercial vehicle

No DWI violations within the last 5 years