# Truck Driving Schools of America (TDSA)

> CDL training school in the Phoenix Metro, Arizona, offering ELDT-approved Class A CDL programs, refresher and recertification courses, and manual restriction removal. Most students earn their CDL in 3-4 weeks.

Phone: +1-623-207-1231
Email: contact@tds-americacdl.com

## Locations

- Office & Classroom: 919 N Dysart Rd Suite O, Avondale, AZ 85323, USA
- Training Range: 325 S 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM-2:30 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (by appointment only).

## Programs

Program duration: most students complete training and earn their CDL in 3-4 weeks.

- Class A CDL — $5,296: Complete CDL training program with up to 160 hours of instruction
- Class A CDL Behind-the-Wheel Training — $3,972: Behind-the-wheel-only Class A CDL training — up to 120 hours of practical driving instruction (classroom theory not included).
- TD Classroom + 80-Hour Recertification — $3,450: Complete recertification program with CLP training, FMCSR updates, logbook training, and 80 hours behind-the-wheel. For drivers who haven't driven in 5+ years.
- 80-Hour Class A Recertification — $2,648: Recertification course for drivers with recent experience who have lost or given up their CDL. Includes training, evaluation, and state CDL testing.
- 40-Hour Class A Recertification — $1,324: Refresher training certification for CDL holders who haven't driven in the last 5 years. Includes pre-trip inspections, backing skills, and on-road training.
- Manual Restriction Removal — $662: Up to 20 hours of training to remove automatic transmission restriction from CDL. State CDL test required separately (additional fee).
- 20-Hour Shifting Practice — $662: Manual transmission reconnection training for experienced drivers. Requires verifiable driving experience in the last 5 years and no manual restriction on license. Practice only, no certification.

## Program pages

- [All CDL Training Programs](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/programs): All CDL training programs
- [Class A CDL Training](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/programs/class-a-cdl): Class A CDL training from no experience
- [CDL Refresher & Recertification](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/programs/cdl-refresher): Refresher and recertification for returning drivers
- [Manual Restriction Removal](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/programs/manual-restriction-removal): Removing the automatic (E) restriction

## Key Pages

- [Pricing](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/pricing): current program prices and financing options
- [Student Catalog](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/student-catalog): official admissions, attendance, ELDT structure, and job-placement policies
- [FAQ](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/faq): answers to common CDL training questions
- [CDL Glossary](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/glossary): trucking and CDL terminology explained
- [Why Choose TDSA](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/why-choose-tdsa): what sets our training apart
- [Visit Us](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/visit-us): directions to our office and training range
- [Blog](https://www.tds-americacdl.com/blog): CDL training guides and trucking industry insights

Financing and payment plans are available; see Pricing.