More time behind the wheel
A 4:1 student-instructor ratio means 20–30 actual driving hours—not time spent waiting for a truck.
Avondale, Arizona
Get Your Class A CDL in Phoenix Metro
Three to four weeks. Flexible online theory, manual transmissions, and your state test taken in-house.
Train on Manual Transmissions
Graduate unrestricted, qualified for the widest pool of jobs
Weekend & Evening Classes Available
Keep your current job while you train with our flexible schedules
Job Placement Assistance
We help connect you with top trucking companies
Financial Aid Available
Flexible payment options and scholarship opportunities
4.9/5 Google Rating (65 reviews)
Hands-On Training
35+ Years Instructor Experience
NEW: In-House Third Party CDL Testing Now Available!
Get your CDL license tested right here at our facility by certified state testers.
Your route, week by week.
Competency-based, not clock-based. Your program includes up to 160 hours of instruction — plus unlimited additional practice hours if you need them before you're ready to test.
Week 1
Permit & ELDT theory
FMCSA-required theory in our Avondale classroom, online, or both — your pace, your schedule. We get you to your commercial learner's permit.
Weeks 1–3
The range
Pre-trip inspection, backing skills, and shifting practice on real 10-speed manuals at our Phoenix range — 325 S 31st Ave. Four students per truck means you're driving, not waiting.
Weeks 2–4
The road
Public-road hours in real West Valley traffic with the same instructor throughout — 20–30 actual behind-the-wheel hours, against an industry norm of 1–10.
Week 3–4
The test — in-house
Take your state CDL test right at our facility with certified state testers. Unlimited attempts are included, so one bad morning never costs you the career.
After
Your first job
Placement assistance with carriers who hire our graduates. A manual, unrestricted Class A qualifies you for the widest pool of jobs — including the manual-only routes automatic-restricted drivers cannot take.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. Clear, upfront pricing with flexible payment options for qualified applicants.
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Class A CDL — Full Program
Everything you need to start your trucking career.
$5,296all fees and your state CDL test included
Pay over time
0% interest for qualified applicants.
- 160 hours, plus unlimited additional practice if needed
- ELDT theory training included
- 4:1 student-instructor ratio
- Manual transmission — unrestricted CDL
Pay over time
Affordable monthly payments — check your options instantly with no impact to your credit score.
0% interest for qualified applicants.
Already have CDL experience?
Explore recertification, shifting practice, and manual restriction removal programs.
What Our Students Say
4.9/5 Google Rating (65 reviews)
“Went to this school to do a refresher. Little did I know it was the old crew from Truck Driving Institute of Phoenix. I contacted Truck Driving Institute to do an 80 hr refresher but they were closed for a few months and decided to try Truck Driving School of America and knew the quality of instruction right away because of my past dealings with them. By my first day of class Steve put me on to a job with a very reputable company. Before I even finished my 80 hrs I had a job ready to go. Can't get any better than that.”
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Din Willingham
Google Review
“I want to say that Truck Driving Schools of America is hands down the best place to go if you're looking to get your CDL. The entire team is friendly, professional, and truly knows what they're doing. My instructor, Steve, is one of the best I've ever worked with—calm, patient, and incredibly skilled at teaching. His approach made learning much easier and more enjoyable. Jason, the owner, was also very welcoming and a pleasure to work with. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students and the success of the school. If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to start their trucking career!”
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Zachary Hazelett
Google Review
“My gratitude in attending this CDL school is beyond words the learning process was nerve wracking but thanks to meeting with Jason Brown and talking with him one on one it made me make the right decision.. and getting out to the range was even more of an experience when I got to meet my instructor “Steven Ruiz” hands down a great person and passionate about what he does and how he teaches he makes you want to be there on the daily and learn more and more.. A big THANK YOU too T.D.S.A team I highly recommend tuck driving school of America !!!”
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Eusebio Guzman
Google Review
Why Choose Us
Training designed around real driving time, consistent instruction, and an unrestricted Class A CDL.
One instructor throughout
Keep the same instructor from range practice through public-road training, so every lesson builds on the last.
Graduate unrestricted
Train on real 10-speed manuals for an unrestricted Class A CDL and the widest possible range of driving jobs.
Learn from Experienced Professionals
73+
Years Combined Experience
3.3M+
Accident-Free Miles
100%
Certified Instructors
Our certified instructors bring decades of real-world experience to every lesson, led by a Senior Master Instructor with 35 years on the road.
Ready to start your CDL training? Talk with admissions about schedules, payment options, and the next available class.
Serving the West Valley
Conveniently located in Avondale, we're just minutes away from your community
