How CDL Training in Idaho Works

If you are interested in earning your Class A CDL and live within the Lewiston hiring area, you can apply for our Idaho CDL school. At the Lewiston, ID Academy, classes start every Monday morning, running from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Winter and 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Summer five days a week, and takes on average four weeks to complete. This way, once you're accepted into our program, you can start training with Swift when it suits you best.

Once you are accepted and officially enrolled, you'll arrive at our Academy facility on Monday and:

Attend Swift Academy classes, which take an average of four weeks to complete (including passing your Class A CDL road exams).
Upon graduation from the Swift Academy, you can then meet your mentor and begin your over-the-road training.
Upgrade to solo and begin your driving career.

Make sure to pack according to the season in preparation for Lewiston Academy. For details on about Idaho CDL classes, or information on our full-ride scholarships for veterans and first responders, call a Swift recruiter at (888) 871-3537 or visit our Truck Driving School page.

Preparing for Success with the CDL Manual

Just starting your trucking journey or refreshing your knowledge? The Idaho CDL manual is an essential resource. It provides the foundational information every driver needs to understand state-specific regulations, safety standards, and road readiness. The guide helps ensure you're fully equipped to not only pass your CDL test, but drive with confidence and compliance.

The Lewiston Difference

At the Swift Transportation Academy in Lewiston, ID, we have the truck driving opportunities for you, no matter what drives you - whether it's a passion for the open road, career independence, or financial security. The Lewiston Academy team sports a can-do attitude that we instill in every student we support. Drivers train on 2020 International trucks. The city of Lewiston offers a particularly rigorous terrain, with mountains and tight roads to navigate. Swift Transportation is a powerful force on the road with more than 10,000 trucks, 55,000 trailers and 33+ terminal locations; and while we're busy making a difference in the everyday lives of millions, we're dedicated to delivering success to you.

Join the Swift family today for a truck driving career that goes the long haul.

CDL School & Training in Lewiston, ID