📢 No time to study while working? Worried about upfront costs? Swift's paid CDL training program lets you easily enter the trucking industry!
If you want to quickly improve your skills and earn a stable income, but don't have time for full-time courses or can't afford the high tuition fees, then Swift Transportation's CDL (Commercial Driving License) training program might be just what you need. Flexible scheduling, installment payments available, and even beginners can quickly get started, obtaining your CDL and launching a new career path in 3-4 weeks.
📚 What will you learn in the CDL training course?
Swift Academy's curriculum is intensive and practical, including:
Basic Driving Knowledge: Learning truck operation, traffic regulations, and vehicle inspection procedures.
On-Road Practice: Road practice, reversing skills, and high-speed driving training.
Safety Standards: Mastering transportation regulations, loading standards, and emergency response.
Industry Professional Processes: Cargo management, trip planning, work records, and compliance requirements.
⌛ Courses typically last 3–4 weeks, with training schedules available to suit different timeframes.
🌟 Advantages of the Swift CDL Training Program
1️⃣ Officially Certified Course, Direct Access to the CDL Exam
Swift's training meets state-level CDL exam requirements. Upon completion of the required hours, you can take the exam, quickly obtain certification, and legally begin working.
2️⃣ Tuition Assistance + Secure Employment Pathway
Swift Academy provides low-cost CDL training through a tuition assistance program, with subsequent tuition deducted from future wages in weekly installments.
3️⃣ Earn Income During Training
Earn a salary during certain stages of the training period, easing your financial burden while you study.
4️⃣ Flexible Course Options
Full-time, accelerated courses, and classes at different locations and times, with 3-4 weeks suitable for working professionals, career changers, and those who need flexible schedules.
4️⃣ Veterans and First Aid Personnel Training Scholarships
Swift's CDL certification training honors veterans and first aid personnel by providing them with CDL course training subsidies and scholarship support.
🎯 Career Development Paths After CDL Certification
CDL is an important step towards high-paying industries. After obtaining your license, the main job options you can pursue include:
Regional Freight Driver: Fixed routes, frequent home visits, annual salary $50,000–$70,000
Over-the-Counter (OTR) Truck Driver: Interstate transportation, higher salary, annual salary $65,000–$75,000+
Specialist Freight Driver (Hazardous Goods/Cold Chain): Highest income, $70,000–$95,000+
Full-Time Driver (e.g., Walmart/Amazon Transportation): High job stability, $62,000–$75,000
Driver Trainer: With sufficient experience, you can become a trainer, annual salary $70,000+
According to Swift data, the top 25% of high-earning drivers among graduates earn an average of approximately $70,500 in their first year.
👨🎓 Real Student Story
28-year-old George had always wanted a stable, high-paying job, but was unable to attend CDL training due to upfront tuition fees. Later, he joined Swift's paid training program, benefiting from employer sponsorship and avoiding upfront costs. He passed the exam in just one month and quickly began driving full-time after entering the industry. Now, he not only has a stable income but is also striving to become a training instructor, achieving longer-term career development.
📝 How to Enroll in Swift's Introductory CDL Course?
1️⃣ Choose Location and Course Type: View Swift Academy training center locations.
2️⃣ Submit Application Form: Fill in your personal information and work experience.
3️⃣ Apply for Funding Programs: Consult with the Workforce Development Centre, state grants, or use Swift's tuition installment program (applicants must be at least 21 years old).
4️⃣ Start Training: Receive enrollment materials and attend classroom and road lessons.
🚛 Start Your Truck Driving Career Now!
Swift CDL training is perfect for those who want a quick career change, reduced upfront costs, and a stable long-term job. Flexible course schedules, officially certified courses, tuition assistance, and excellent job opportunities will help you enter a high-paying industry and embark on a new career path within weeks.