Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training

Drive Your Future Forward with Professional CDL Training

Class A & Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training is designed to prepare students for a successful career in professional driving and trucking. With hands-on instruction, state-of-the-art equipment, and third-party testing support, our CDL training partners with experienced instructors and the Driving Academy to help you get on the road.

Program Overview

Whether you’re launching a new career or upgrading your credentials, our CDL training prepares you for real-world success. Training includes:

  • Classroom instruction covering commercial vehicle operation, safety regulations, and CDL standards.
  • Behind-the-wheel practice and simulator experience.
  • Preparation for state CDL exams and third-party testing support.


Tuition: $5,600 (subject to final schedule and provider details).

Delivery: A combination of classroom and practical field instruction.

Course Highlights & What You’ll Learn

Students will gain competence in:

  • Commercial vehicle handling and pre-trip inspections.
  • Hours-of-service regulations and safety compliance.
  • Backing, parking, and maneuvering techniques.
  • State and federal CDL test preparation.

This training meets industry standards and prepares students for licensing tests required for commercial driving careers.

How to Enroll

To register, learners will be redirected to the Driving Academy website, where the training is delivered. When completing registration, students should indicate that they were referred through Montana State University Billings (MSUB), as this helps provide learners with future funding opportunities and reporting partnerships.

Register now at the Driving Academy 

Who Should Apply

This program is great for:

  • Individuals interested in a career as a professional truck driver.
  • Current drivers seeking Class A or Class B licensure.
  • Those aiming to improve job prospects with a nationally recognized credential.

Funding & Referral Note

Important: When enrolling via the Driving Academy portal, be sure to state MSUB referral. Accurate referral reporting helps support workforce funding opportunities, scholarships, and future partnership development between MSUB and training providers.

Career & Industry Outlook

Commercial driving offers:

  • Strong demand for professionally trained drivers nationwide.
  • Competitive wages and career mobility.
  • Opportunities in freight, logistics, regional, and long-haul driving.

Your training here helps unlock job pathways throughout Montana and beyond.

Questions or Need Help?

For additional information about courses and upcoming offerings, contact:

Workforce Development & Community Education
workforcedevelopment@msubillings.edu | (406) 896-596


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