Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training Course
Nearly 80 percent of all products sold in the U.S. are transported via truck at some point, creating a constant demand for safe and qualified drivers. FVCC offers five courses in commercial driver’s license training. Courses involve electronic simulator and real behind-the-wheel driving experience, as well as classroom lecture. Students gain knowledge about federal and state regulations, safety procedures, hazardous materials, bill of lading, trip report procedures, loading and securing, and air brake systems.
Training Course (CDL)
Length: 8 weeks
This program prepares you for the CDL exam and entry into the trucking industry. It’s ideal for those seeking quick entry into driving careers, whether in long-haul trucking, local delivery, construction, or other industries requiring commercial drivers.
Every single day I get to see something new, whether it's a new place or meeting new people. Getting my license was so worth it to me - this career definitely pays itself back.
Alexie Garcia
CDL Lincoln County Graduate
We provide one-on-one training to ensure every student masters essential skills like pre-trip inspections, backing, and on-road driving, all required by the Montana Motor Vehicle Department for obtaining a CDL. Our program is affordable, and with high demand for drivers, our graduates are quickly hired by local and national companies, ensuring they can start earning right away.
Mike Mulcahy
CDL Instructor
Gabriel Dillon
Academic Advisor
Meet Prerequisites.
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must hold a current Montana driver’s license
- Must present a birth certificate or passport
- Must have proof of in-state residence
- Cannot have any DUI’s in the past five years
Apply to FVCC as a non-degree student.
- It’s free to apply and does not obligate you to attend.
- Apply as non-degree student
Contact the academic advisor (406) 756-3893 to arrange a time to pick up the CDL packet and register for course.
- Once you’re admitted to the college, make an appointment with the advisor (406) 756-3893 to register.
- FVCC has six sessions of HEO 103 per calendar year: January, March, May, June, August, and October. Registration opens well in advance of the class and usually fills within one week.
- The CDL packet will have the necessary paperwork and forms for your physical and drug test.
Schedule a D.O.T. Physical.
- Make an appointment for your Dept. of Transportation (D.O.T.) physical at the FVCC Student Health Clinic
- Phone: (406) 756-4331
Pay at least half the total cost for the program at the Business Office.
- $200 will be non-refundable for the cost of the physical and drug test.
- You can pay with a card by calling (406) 756-3831.
Complete a Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) Physical Exam.
- Read and fill out the paperwork before your appointment.
- Bring your receipt of payment to your appointment with the FVCC Student Health Clinic which is located in the Rebecca Chaney Broussard Center in room 136.
Pass a drug test.
- After your physical, you will receive a drug test kit.
- Take the kit directly to Valley Medical at 2425 US HWY 2 East, Evergreen for the drug test.