What you get at DCS.
Start with the training itself. Look at the time, equipment, instruction and support included in the program you are considering.
- 200 hours across classroom, yard and road training.
- Day and evening schedules.
- Automatic and manual transmission training.
- Permit preparation and certified testing at the school.
Questions worth discussing.
What does training at DCS include?+
The Class A program combines 200 hours of classroom instruction, yard practice and road training. Permit preparation is included, and the published tuition includes up to three license exams. DCS teaches automatic and manual transmissions and provides certified CDL testing at the school.
How long would I be in school?+
The day program runs for five weeks, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The evening program runs for eight weeks, Monday through Friday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Both cover the full 200 hour program.
How is DCS different from a company training program?+
DCS is an independent private trade school. You enroll in its training program and choose among the payment routes available to you. A company sponsored program may have employment commitments or repayment terms tied to that employer. Read the written agreement for the program you are comparing.
Can I keep working while I train?+
The evening schedule keeps the daytime open. Compare the class hours and attendance requirements with your work schedule before you enroll. The full program still requires consistent attendance and practice.
Do I need to get my permit first?+
Permit preparation is part of the DCS course, so the permit itself is not normally required to start. You do need the correct Commercial Driver Knowledge Test Authorization. If an organization is paying for your training, check its entry requirements with DCS.
What should I compare beyond the advertised tuition?+
Check the total training hours, time behind the wheel, testing arrangements and outside costs such as permits and the DOT physical. For financing or employer funding, compare the full repayment terms and any work commitment. DCS lists direct payment, no credit check financing and several funding routes.
What happens after graduation?+
You can research employers and apply for roles that fit your qualifications and goals. DCS publishes a list of companies that have hired its graduates. Each employer sets its own requirements, and the school does not guarantee a job, salary or schedule.