Class A CDL program concentrates on teaching students how to safely operate a combination Class A vehicle.  Each student will have approximately 40 hours of classroom theory training (This includes some Simulator time), 10 hours of pre-post trip inspection training, 50 hours of skills (Range/Backing) training, and 80 hours behind-the-wheel (BTW) of a tractor-trailer on public road.  DOT testing is included for those who complete training successfully. What you need to start class:  CDL Permit,  Certified Copy of your Motor Vehicle Report, DOT Physical https://iowadot.gov/#/services  Federal DOT requires (Part 391.11.b.2) that students can read and speak in the English language sufficiently. As a result, a minimum Bronze score on NCRC is required.