18 years old to drive in Arizona only, 21 to drive nationwide.
Yes, you have to hold a US class D license for 12 months to get a CDL.
You will have to go back to the MVD and retake the written exam, Arizona issues 12 month permits, so they do not give permit extensions anymore.
According to the Federal Law you have to prove that you are proficient and all of the skills included in the CDL test. If you have received training from another entity we will have you prove to our trainers that you are proficient at the required skills. This is not a training appointment this is you showing us that you know what you are doing to be safe on the road.
You must meet the medical requirements laid out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. To get an Arizona CDL, you must undergo a physical examination by a licensed physician and submit a Medical Examiner Certificate.
You must meet the knowledge and skill requirements by passing written exams to obtain your Arizona commercial Learner’s permit (CLP). This is done at your local DMV.
We do not require a drug test to train you. However, per FMCSA standards, you will be required to drug test for pre-employment and randoms while employed.
Endorsements are gained through written exam testing at the DMV. We currently do not train school bus drivers.