Transform Your Future with a Class A CDL

What does a Class A CDL entail?

A CDL Class A license allows you to operate trucks weighing 26,001 pounds or more, with the ability to tow vehicles over 10,000 pounds. This makes the Class A license one of the most versatile and sought-after credentials for new drivers, opening doors to lucrative career opportunities. This license typically allows you to drive vehicles like tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tanker vehicles, and flatbed trucks.

Quick Path to Big Pay!

CDL Training Requirements:

• • Minimum age: 18 years
• • Valid Driver’s License
• • Valid Commercial Learner’s Permit
• • Valid DOT Physical
• • Legal eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English (per FMCSR 391.11(b)(2))

At Cigno, we are deeply committed to the education and success of commercial truck drivers. We go above and beyond to ensure that every student receives the knowledge, skills, and support they need to thrive in their careers. Our dedication to education is reflected in our personalized approach, where we take the time to understand each driver's unique needs and learning style. We empower our drivers to excel in their profession with confidence and competence. At Cigno, your success is our priority, and we are here to guide you every step of the way.

What will I learn?

1. Theory

• • Regulations & Requirements: Traffic laws, hours of service, and human trafficking prevention.
• • Vehicle Knowledge: Truck and trailer anatomy, air brake system.
• • Inspections: Pre-trip, enroute, post-trip, and roadside inspections.
• • Driving Skills: Shifting, operating transmissions, backing, parking, docking, and handling extreme driving conditions (night, mountain, skid control, emergencies).
• • Road Safety: Speed and space management, distracted driving, hazard perception, railroad crossings, accident and fire procedures.
• • Cargo & Hazmat: Cargo handling, documentation, and hazardous materials.
• • Specialized Vehicles: Driving combination, double/triple trailers, and tank vehicles.
• • Driver Wellness: Health and wellness, substance restrictions (alcohol, drugs).

2. Behind the Wheel Training

• • Backing & Parking: Straight line, alley dock (45° and 90°), offset backing (left/right), parallel parking (blind/sight side).
• • Vehicle Control: Coupling/uncoupling, left/right turns, lane changes, highway entry/exit, shifting.
• • Communication & Awareness: Signaling, visual search, speed and space management, hazard perception.
• • Safety Procedures: Hours of service adherence, emergency procedures, skid control, jackknife recovery, handling extreme conditions.