Driver Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• No DUI's in the past five years or multiple alcohol driving offenses
• No criminal convictions in the past three years
• No more than 1 moving violation within the past 12 months
• No more than 3 moving violations within the past 36 months
• Must pass a DOT physical
• Must pass a pre-employment 10 panel with oxy drug screen and alcohol screening
  o DOT Medical Examiner Ticket, Drug & Alcohol Test, and MVR must all be completed by applicant within 30 days of the program start date
• Must adhere to FMCSA regulations

Tuition Fees

Enrollment Costs:
• Tuition: $5,400.00 per course
• Fees: Registration Fee of $100 [non-refundable after 3 days of enrollment]

Conditions of Payment:
• Payment Methods Accepted
o Acceptable methods of payment are credit card and check (to be made payable to Capital CDL Academy)
• Payments Required
o Payment is required in full prior to the first day of the course without exception
• Failure to Pay
o Payment is due before prior to the first day of the course. Failure to pay will result in denial into the course

Financing & Assistance:
• Due to the short nature of the course, incoming students do not qualify for Federal Financial Aid programs
• Payment plans/financing are currently not offered for the course

Leave of Absence

• If a case where a student would not be able to attend, he or she shall contact a academy representative and a leave of absence may be granted.
• Any student having 3 or more days of unexcused absences will be dismissed from class with no refund.
• All students are expected to complete the required training program with the same time period as all other students that start on the same date.
• Students are expected to attend 100% of classes.

Excused Absences:

• Death in the immediate family
• Sickness that would disrupt or spread to the rest of class - a doctors note must be submitted.
• Accident/Injury

Behavior/Conduct

Use of any illegal drug or controlled substance will not be tolerated.

If a student is found/believed to be doing any illegal or controlled substance you will be required to a mandatory drug and alcohol test. A positive result will receive immediate dismissal with no refund.

Disruptive Behavior won't be tolerated, this includes:

• No cell phone use during class
• Tardiness/Absences without contacting a school representative.
• Sleeping in Class
• Bullying/Violent behavior
• Negative Attitudes

Possession of firearms are strictly prohibited.

Student Conduct

Students will be reprimanded or possibly dismissed with no refund for the following:

• Being under the influence or in the possession of alcoholic
  beverages or drugs
• Insubordination or unruly conduct
• Intentional abuse of equipment
• Repeated absenteeism
• Poor progress due to students failure to learn (making no
  attempt or having a "don't care" attitude.)
• In the event any student receives an alcoholic citation or test positive on a drug screen before or during class, student will be automatically terminated.

Dress Code

• Dress appropriately for weather conditions
• Closed toed shoes must be worn at all times
• No offensive clothing with derogatory images or words may be worn

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need before I can come to the Academy?

• Valid driver’s license with no outstanding tickets or warrants, DOT physical and Drug/Alcohol Screening.

What if I’ve driven before and feel as if I wouldn’t need the 4 full weeks?

• Everyone that does not possess a Current CDL license MUST attend an Entry Level Driver Training Program. No one is grandfathered in no matter the circumstances.

Where will I take my CDL Driving Test when the Skills course is over?

• State Approved Testing Facility on Raptor Rd off Big Horn Drive, Jefferson City, MO

Why Truck Driving School, is it a fit for me?

• Truck Driving is an ever-growing industry with a high demand rate. If you’re looking for a rewarding, long-lasting career, look no further. Truck Driving is for you.

What is ELDT (Entry Level Driving Training)?

• Entry Level Driving Training (ELDT) is a program that is designed to provide new commercial drivers with the skills and knowledge they need to operate a commercial vehicle safely and efficiently. The goal of the ELDT is to provide new drivers with the knowledge and skills they need to pass the required tests and obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL). Upon completion of an ELDT program, drivers should have the knowledge and skills they need to begin their career as a commercial driver.

What age do I need to be to obtain a CDL?

• At least 18 years old to obtain a CDL for in-state driving only. 21 years of age to cross state lines or haul HAZ-MAT.

Does this program offer Job Placement after course completion within Capital?

• Potential job placements within our team of companies are available upon completing the program.