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Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Launch Your Career in a High-Demand Profession With the Aims CDL Program!

An Aims student and instructor review the interior of a truck at the Aims Ft. Lupton CDL facility.
The Aims CDL Training Program offers a unique combination of classroom instruction and in-truck driving experience at our training lots on the Fort Lupton campus.

Gain a competitive edge as an industry-recognized truck driver by earning Class A and B certifications. Get both classroom instruction and on-the-road training from top-notch instructors who will build your confidence while giving valuable insight into essential safety requirements.

From Commercial Learner Permit to Hazardous Materials Endorsement, gain knowledge about all aspects of becoming a successful truck driver today.

Questions? Contact us at cdlinfo@aims.edu or call (970) 339-6554.

Current Class Information

Commercial Learner Permit

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This program is for those who do not hold a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP). Daily classes are seven hours long, Monday through Thursday, to prepare the student to take their tests at the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicle). Upon earning a Commercial Learner Permit, completion of the program qualifies graduates to operate a commercial vehicle as a learner when accompanied by a driver who holds the proper class and endorsements for the vehicle on which they are training.

Class Length: 28 Hours
Course Cost: $625
Certificate Issued: Upon Completion of Course 

June 12-16, 2023
CLP Prep-(Commercial Learner Permit) Mon-Thu 8:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.

June 26-29, 2023
CLP Prep-(Commercial Learner Permit) Mon-Thu 8:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.


CDL Class A

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The Class A program is for those holding a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP).

The Class A program includes:

  • FMCSA training on federal regulations, with which drivers must comply for Record of Duty Status (Log Book).
  • FMCSA Level One inspection guidelines training, which drivers encounter once they enter the transportation industry.

Students study the various aspects of operating a CMV with an instructor. Afternoon classes are held in the classroom, covering rules, regulations, and obtaining certificates. This will allow students to be more marketable for their new career in the transportation industry.

Daily classes are eight hours in length.

Graduates receive a Class A CDL from the state DMV. Successful program completion qualifies graduates to work in an entry-level driver position.

Class Length: 120 Hours
Course Cost: $3,500
Certificate Issued: Upon Completion of Course 


CDL Class B

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The Class B program is for those with a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP).

The Class B program includes the following:

  • FMCSA training on federal regulations, with which drivers must comply for Record of Duty Status (Log Book).
  • FMCSA Level One inspection guidelines training, which drivers encounter once they enter the transportation industry.

This one-week course provides 40 hours of field training with an instructor in a class B vehicle.

Graduates receive a Class B CDL from the state DMV. Successful program completion qualifies graduates to work in an entry-level driver position.

Class Length: 60 Hours
Course Cost: $1,800
Certificate Issued: Upon Completion of Course 


CDL Testing

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CDL Test 

Test for class A or B vehicles. The client brings the vehicle to complete the CDL test.

Class Length: 2 Hours
Course Cost: $275

CDL Test with Aims rented vehicle

Test for class A or B vehicles. Clients rent a vehicle from Aims Community College.

Class Length: 2 Hours
Course Cost: $450


ELDT

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(Entry-Level Driver Training) Hazardous Materials Endorsement Theory

This class will allow the student to take the CDL Hazmat test at the DMV. It is an FMCSA requirement to complete an ELDT Hazmat Theory course to take the Hazmat test at the DMV. We also offer the following ELDT-approved endorsements online: HazMat, Passenger and School Bus.

Course Cost: $150
Delivery: Online Class


Meet the Team

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Julie Luekenga headshot

Julie Luekenga

Executive Director, Fort Lupton Campus
Portrait of Lynette Peppler

Lynette Peppler

Part-Time: CDL Trainer, Classroom
CDL Certified Third-Party Tester
Portrait of Martin Rubalcaba

Martin Rubalcaba

CDL Trainer
Michael Pearson headshot

Michael Pearson

Part-Time: CDL Tester
Portrait of Stefan Newcomb

Stefan Newcomb

CDL Trainer

Shane Lefforge

Part-Time: CDL Field Trainer

Terry Bertram

Part-Time: CDL Trainer, Field

Xavier Leal

Part-Time: CDL Tester

Harold Trent

Part-Time: CDL Certified Third-Party Tester