Elevate for Humanity Career and Technical Institute provides workforce development and technical training services. Programs, funding eligibility, certification preparation, employer participation, and training availability may vary. Elevate for Humanity does not guarantee employment, certification issuance, wage outcomes, or licensure approval.

CDL Training Program (Class A & Class B) | Elevate for Humanity

CDL Class A

CDL Training Program — Class A & Class B

Get licensed. Get hired. Get on the road fast with job placement support. WIOA funding available for eligible Indiana residents.

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WIOA covers exam + DOT physical
CDL Class A + DOT Medical Card
Werner, Schneider, FedEx hiring
Starting pay $50K–$65K

Now Enrolling — Funding AvailableInstructor-Led + LMS Training

CDL Training

Commercial Driver License

5 weeks30–40 hrs/week3 credentialsHybrid

Delivered directly by Elevate for Humanity.

$4,500

WIOA Eligible

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act — covers tuition for eligible Indiana residents through WorkOne.

FSSA IMPACT

Indiana Manpower Placement and Comprehensive Training — pays for training at no cost to current SNAP or TANF recipients. Contact FSSA at 800-403-0864 (press 3) or ask your DFR eligibility worker for a referral.

Self-Pay Available

Flexible payment plans, BNPL options, and income-share available.

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CDL Class A training is open for enrollment

Funding may be available if you qualify through WIOA and Indiana workforce programs. Most students start by creating an Indiana Career Connect account and scheduling a WorkOne appointment — then our team helps you complete enrollment with Elevate for Humanity.

Create your Indiana Career Connect account at indianacareerconnect.com.
Schedule a WorkOne appointment through Indiana Career Connect (or visit your nearest WorkOne office if you need help booking).
At your appointment, tell your advisor you are enrolling with Elevate for Humanity for CDL training.
Email us your appointment date at elevate4humanityedu@gmail.com so we can follow up and keep your file active.
Submit your application on our site when you are ready to enroll.

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Program at a Glance

Answers workforce boards and applicants need before applying.

When do I start?

Rolling enrollment — next cohort date confirmed after application

Mon–Fri, 30–40 hours per week (accelerated format)

How long does it take?

5 weeks · 30–40 hrs/week

8–12 participants per cohort

What credential do I earn?

CDL Class A License — issued by Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles

What job can I get?

OTR Truck Driver ($55,000–$75,000)

Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson MSA

What does it cost?

$4,500

Is funding available?

WIOA, FSSA IMPACT for eligible participants

Credentials You Earn

Each credential is issued by its certifying authority upon passing required exams or completing supervised hours — not by Elevate.

CDL Class A License

Issued by Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles — nationally recognized in this field

Commercial Driver's License authorizing operation of combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.

Validity: Renewable every 4 years

DOT Medical Card

Issued by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration — nationally recognized in this field

Medical certification required for all commercial motor vehicle operators.

Validity: 2 years

OSHA 10 General Industry

Issued by OSHA — nationally recognized in this field

Workplace safety certification for general industry environments.

Validity: Recommended renewal every 5 years

Full credential disclosure and issuing-authority mapping

Training to Employment Pathway

How this program connects instruction, credentialing, employers, and wages — the sequence workforce boards use to evaluate programs.

Step 1 · Training
5 weeks · Mon–Fri, 30–40 hours per week (accelerated format)
Step 2 · Credential
CDL Class A License (Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles)
Step 3 · Experience
Hands-on lab and/or clinical or work-based practice
Step 4 · Employer pathway
Introductions to partners including Werner Enterprises
Step 5 · Entry role & wage
OTR Truck Driver · $55,000–$75,000
Step 6 · Advancement
OTR Truck Driver ($55,000–$75,000)

Employment is not guaranteed. Outcomes depend on individual performance, credential attainment, and local labor market conditions.

$50,000–$80,000

Typical wage range

160 hrs

Total training hours

3 credentials

Industry recognized

4% (as fast as average)

Job growth (2024)

Aligned with:FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)Indiana BMV CDL RequirementsWIOA Title I

Full Workforce Pathway

Built for agency deployment: intake to wage outcome in one system.

Step 1

Eligibility & Intake

Funding and readiness screening to start the right track immediately.

Step 2

Training & Assessments

Structured modules, lessons, and checkpoints in a tracked LMS path.

Step 3

Credential

Industry credential completion plus verifiable training records.

Step 4

Employer Placement

Placement support through named employer partners and matching workflow.

Step 5

Wage Outcome

Target entry wages aligned to $50,000–$80,000.

What You'll Learn

Full curriculum broken down by module. Every topic is covered in class and assessed before you advance.

CDL Knowledge

·General knowledge test prep
·Air brakes systems
·Combination vehicles
·Hazmat endorsement (optional)
·DOT regulations and hours of service

Pre-Trip Inspection

·Engine compartment inspection
·Cab and controls check
·External walk-around
·Coupling and uncoupling
·In-cab inspection procedures

Basic Vehicle Control

·Straight-line backing
·Offset backing (left and right)
·Alley dock maneuver
·Parallel parking
·Sight-side backing

On-Road Driving

·Lane changes and merging
·Intersection navigation
·Highway and interstate driving
·Mountain and grade driving
·Night driving techniques

Career Readiness

·CDL exam scheduling
·DOT physical requirements
·Drug and alcohol testing compliance
·Trucking company applications
·Career placement support

How You Can Start

Choose the path that fits your situation.

There's a path to enrollment whether you qualify for funding or not. We'll help you figure out which one.

Lowest Cost Path

Workforce-Funded Training

Must reside in Indiana

Federal and Indiana state workforce funding may cover 100% of tuition, books, and exam fees for eligible Indiana residents. We help you apply for every option you qualify for.

WorkOneWIOATrade ActSNAP E&TJRI

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Self-Pay — All States

$4,500tuition

Enroll immediately without waiting for funding approval. Payment plans, BNPL (Klarna, Afterpay, Zip), and income-share options available.

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Self-pay options

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Not in Indiana or not currently funding-eligible? Talk to an advisor about self-pay and payment plan options — we'll map the right next step in about 10 minutes.

Next Step

Apply Now Request Information Indiana Career Connect

Start your workforce funding application online at Indiana Career Connect, or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to complete eligibility intake. WorkOne — not your training provider — approves WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant vouchers.

Funding & How to Start

Workforce funding may be available

Indiana ETPL-listed. WIOA Title I and WRG funding available. CDL-A/B certification program.

WIOAWorkforce Ready GrantFSSA IMPACT

Is this program fundable?

Yes — for eligible Indiana residents

Federal and state workforce programs may cover tuition, tools, and certification fees when you are approved. Eligibility is decided by WorkOne or your workforce agency — not by Elevate for Humanity.

Self-pay option: $4,500 — WIOA funding available for eligible Indiana residents. Self-pay: $4,500 with payment plans available. Eligibility is determined through WorkOne.

How workforce funding works →

Indiana Career Connect

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How to start the funding process

Go to Indiana Career Connect online or visit your nearest WorkOne career center to begin eligibility intake.

1
Start online at Indiana Career Connect
Create or sign in at Indiana Career Connect and search for "Elevate for Humanity" as your training provider.
2
Or visit your nearest WorkOne career center
WorkOne staff complete the WIOA and Workforce Ready Grant eligibility assessment. Funding approval happens at WorkOne — not at your training school.
3
Complete eligibility with a WorkOne case manager
Bring ID and employment history. Your case manager determines whether you qualify for an Individual Training Account (ITA) voucher.
4
Enroll after your training voucher is approved
Return to Elevate with your WorkOne authorization to finish enrollment. Approved students often pay $0 for tuition and certification fees.

Indiana Career Connect (online)Find nearest WorkOne center

Employer Proof & Placement Pipeline

This pathway is aligned to active hiring demand. Placement follows intake profile matching, employer-ready credential completion, and supported introductions.

Named Employer Partners

Werner Enterprises
Schneider National
FedEx Freight
Indianapolis-area trucking companies

Placement Pipeline

Intake profile maps learner goals, schedule, and funding pathway.
Training milestones and credentials are tracked to completion.
Employer introductions are prioritized for interview-ready graduates.
Placement support continues through first wage outcome reporting window.

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Start Your CDL Training Journey

Free to apply · No payment required · An advisor will contact you within 1 business day

Ready to Start Your CDL Training Career?

WIOA funding available for eligible Indiana residents. Covers tuition, DOT physical, drug screen, and CDL exam fees when approved. Eligibility not guaranteed. Self-pay: $4,500.

Your path from application to career

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Approved

24–48 hrs

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