Pre-trip inspection
Use the study materials to identify vehicle components, rehearse your inspection in order and explain what you’re checking and why.
The self-taught CDL program
Prepare for the Texas DPS skills test at your own pace.
If you can’t step away from work for four to eight weeks of traditional CDL school, build on the driving skills you already have.
Move quickly through the skills you already know and spend your practice time on the ones you still need. We give you the tools to prepare without enrolling in a traditional four- to eight-week CDL school. With the right service selections, you can use our customer study materials, schedule vehicle familiarization and reserve a suitable truck or bus for your test.
Already comfortable backing a pickup and trailer? Can you identify tires, lug nuts, a steering gearbox and a coolant reservoir? Those are skills you can build on. If commercial vehicles are new to you, Jamie can help you work out how much hands-on time you’ll need.
Backing and basic control
Review the maneuvers, then arrange time with the vehicle to practice the setups and corrections you need for the backing test.
Road practice and test vehicle
Arrange road familiarization and a test vehicle that fits the license you’re pursuing. Jamie can go over the vehicle, appointment and meeting location before you travel from Odessa.
Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)
Complimentary behind-the-wheel ELDT with qualifying services.
What drivers have been quoted elsewhere
$5,000 to $10,000Drivers who call us report quotes in this range from other providers for behind-the-wheel ELDT alone.
What’s included with us
With qualifying Class A or Class B service selections, we offer instructor-led ELDT on the range and public road at no additional charge for drivers who demonstrate the required skills on their first attempt. The instructor documents proficiency in both settings.
Your test preparation is self-taught and self-paced. When ELDT is required, theory is a separate course through a registered provider, and the behind-the-wheel portion takes place in person. Jamie will explain which selections qualify and what additional practice would involve if you need it.
Choose with confidence. Verify the details.
Protect your time. Know what you’re buying.
FMCSA has removed thousands of training providers from its registry and has identified failures involving curriculum, qualifications and records. That makes careful provider selection essential.
Compare what each provider includes. Look for complete instruction, meaningful assessments, accessible support and proper electronic completion reporting.
Check the current registry listing.
Verify the provider and the exact training type you need, and review any notices.
Understand the whole course.
Review curriculum, assessment, access, support and refund terms before enrolling.
Verify your completion record.
A printed certificate does not replace the electronic TPR record used for licensing.
Read the U.S. DOT enforcement announcement, Dec. 1, 2025 and FMCSA provider guidance for details on provider oversight.
Pricing & information
Talk through your CDL plans with Jamie.
Tell Jamie what you want to drive, what experience you have and whether you already hold a commercial learner’s permit. She’ll walk you through your options, pricing and the earliest practical schedule for your permit status, skill level and DPS test availability.