NLC Students
CAREFULLY READ THE INFORMATION below that applies to your situation to help you prepare to get your CDL permit. Your state and age will determine your next steps in the journey towards your CDL. If you need clarification please reach out to your campus specific CDL hotline number listed in that section below.
Select a state below:
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have. This section is for those who already possess an Idaho Driver’s License.
We are here to help! 208-918-8420
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the Idaho CLP written test at the DMV (Class A with Airbrakes)
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Click here for a list of DMV locations and document list
- Watch the Pre-Trip videos below
- Watch the video as many times as is needed to memorize the pre-trip inspection. This will be part of your practical training but is beneficial to have this memorized prior to arriving at campus.
If you have reviewed this information and the DMV info page and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 208-918-8420 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are at least 21 years old, and coming from out of state. (EXCLUDING WA and CA students) **Washington and California both have state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from those states will need to get an Idaho license and permit to train and test. Please follow directions under section titled, “Non Idaho Resident under 21”
If you are not from WA or CA, and are at least 21 or older, you can train in Idaho on your out of state permit. We encourage you to call us to make sure you qualify and understand what your next steps will be after you pass your skills test.
We are here to help! 208-918-8420
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at the DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes) *Note: Some states call the DMV by other names. EX: DPS, BMV etc. Search for Commercial Learner’s Permit testing for your state.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Search your state’s licensing agency website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Watch the Pre-Trip videos below
- Watch the video as many times as is needed to memorize the pre-trip inspection. This will be part of your practical training but is beneficial to have this memorized prior to arriving at campus.
If you have reviewed this information and the DMV info page and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 208-918-8420 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are 18-20 years old, and coming from out of state. (INCLUDING ALL WA and CA students) **Washington and California both have state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from those states, regardless of age, will need to get an Idaho license and Idaho permit to train and test in Idaho. Please follow the directions below.
Please reach out with any questions to ensure you come prepared.
We are here to help! 208-918-8420
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain an Idaho Driver License. **You can also test for your permit on the same day you switch your license.
- Study the Class D Idaho Driver Manual here before you arrive in Idaho to ensure you pass the written test.
- Bring all necessary documentation to the DMV. Click here for a list of DMV locations and document list
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at the DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes) *Note: Some states call the DMV by other names. EX: DPS, BMV etc. Search for Commercial Learner’s Permit testing for your state.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Search your state’s licensing agency website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Watch the Pre-Trip videos below
- Watch the video as many times as is needed to memorize the pre-trip inspection. This will be part of your practical training but is beneficial to have this memorized prior to arriving at campus.
If you have reviewed this information and the DMV info page and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 208-918-8420 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have. This section is for those who already possess a Texas Driver’s License.
We are here to help! 940-301-0045
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the Texas CLP written test at the DPS (Department of Public Safety). Test for Class A with Airbrakes. Includes Texas Commercial Rules as a 4th test. You will need to study for this outside of the theory course.
- Go to your local DPS with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- We can set you up with appointments at the Denton or Carrollton DPS centers. Please use this LINK to request an appointment. You will need to have all of your documents ready prior to requesting an appointment. Click here for instructions for obtaining a CLP
If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 940-301-0045 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are at least 21 years old, and coming from out of state. (EXCLUDING WA and CA students) **Washington and California both have state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from those states will need to get a Texas license and permit to train and test. Please follow directions under section titled, “Non Texas Resident under 21”
We are here to help! 940-301-0045
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at the DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes) *Note: Some states call the DMV by other names. EX: DPS, BMV etc. Search for Commercial Learner’s Permit testing for your state.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Search your state’s licensing agency website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
** If you wish to switch your license to Texas and test for a permit, we can set you up with appointments at the Denton or Carrollton DPS center. Please use this LINK to request an appointment. You will need to have all of your documents ready prior to requesting an appointment. Click here for instructions for obtaining a CLP in Texas
If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 940-301-0045 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are 18-20 years old, and coming from out of state. (INCLUDING ALL WA and CA students) **Washington and California both have state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from those states, regardless of age, will need to get a Texas license and Texas permit to train and test in Texas. Please follow the directions below.
We are here to help! 940-301-0045
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DPS to get a permit.
- Obtain a Texas Driver’s License.
- Bring all necessary documents. Click here for instructions for obtaining a TX License
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the Texas CLP written test at the DPS (Department of Public Safety). Test for Class A with Airbrakes. Includes Texas Commercial Rules as a 4th test. You will need to study for this outside of the theory course.
- Go to your local DPS with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- We can set you up with appointments at the Denton or Carrollton DPS centers. Please use this LINK to request an appointment. You will need to have all of your documents ready prior to requesting an appointment. Click here for instructions for obtaining a CLP
If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 940-301-0045 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have. This section is for those who already possess a California Driver’s License.
We are here to help! 916-827-3990
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. The state of California also mandated minimum training hours to be eligible to test for a CDL. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the California CLP written test at the DMV (Class A with Airbrakes)
- Go to your local Commercial DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
If you have reviewed this information and the CA CDL DMV info page and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 916-827-3990 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are at least 21 years old, and coming from out of state. (EXCLUDING ALL WA students) **Washington has state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal and California state requirements. Due to this, any students coming from Washington will need to get a California license and permit to train and test.
**If you come with an out of state learner’s permit you can do training but not test in California. You would have to test in your home state. The skills test may differ. If you would like to test in CA you will need to follow the steps in the section titled, “Non California Resident Under 21..”. We can also offer testing in Idaho on out of state permits if you want to come after term (Not Washington State Permits)
We are here to help! 916-827-3990
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at the DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes) *Note: Some states call the DMV by other names. EX: DPS, BMV etc. Search for Commercial Learner’s Permit testing for your state.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
- Search your state’s licensing agency website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.
- Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork
** If you wish to switch your license to California and test for a permit you will need to do that as soon as you move to CA. Click here for instructions for obtaining Driver License in CA and CA CDL DMV info
If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 916-827-3990 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to Idaho CDL Training with any questions you may have.
**This section is for students who are 18-20 years old, and coming from out of state. (INCLUDING ALL WA students) **Washington has state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal and California state requirements. Due to this, any students coming from Washington will need to get a California license and permit to train and test. Please follow directions under section titled, “Non California Resident under 21”
We are here to help! 916-827-3990
Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government? *In effect since Feb 7th 2022. The state of California also mandated minimum training hours to be eligible to test for a CDL. NLC students can follow the below steps to show up ready to hit the ground running.
- Complete ELDT Class A Theory course CDLonline.com (Federal Theory requirement)
- In addition to meeting the federal requirement to get a CDL this will also serve as a study guide for your written testing at the DMV to get a permit.
- Obtain a California Driver License. **You CAN’T test for your permit on the same day you switch your license, so make sure you allow for this over 2 separate days.
- Bring all necessary documentation to the DMV. Click here for instructions for obtaining Driver License in CA.
- Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the California CLP written test at the DMV (Class A with Airbrakes)
- Go to your local Commercial DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork CA CDL DMV info
If you have reviewed this information and the CA CDL DMV info page and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 916-827-3990 or email us at admin@idahoCDLtraining.com
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