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CDL Training for Veterans at Commercial Driving Academy

Members of the armed forces make sacrifices every day of their service. The CDA campus in Duncan, SC is proud to offer eligible veterans the opportunity to use Veteran Education Benefits towards an Instructed Theory Class A CDL Course.

Trucking companies seek drivers who demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to handle responsibility, all qualities military service instills.

CDA proudly offers veterans support in transitioning from the military to civilian life with a solid, stable career as a truck driver.

How to Use Your GI Bill® for CDL School

Veterans’ education benefits can cover tuition, test registration costs, and other aspects of CDL training.

Here’s how to get started:

  • Obtain your Certificate of Eligibility from the Department of Veterans Affairs through their website or by calling (888) 442-4551. This document proves your eligibility for education benefits.
  • Contact CDA to discuss training options and timeline. The admissions representative can explain how benefits apply to the program and what additional support may be available.
  • Submit the application and begin a new career journey.

The trucking industry is actively hiring qualified drivers. Veterans’ education benefits help them get started.

VA-Approved Program in South Carolina

CDA is a VA-approved truck driver training school. These benefits can be used to pay for CDL training for:

  • Veterans
  • Active military
  • Dependents

The Post-9/11 GI Bill® and Montgomery GI Bill® can cover:

  • Tuition
  • Housing allowances
  • Book stipends

Why Veterans Make Good Truck Drivers

Military skills transfer well to a truck driving career:

Experience Driving Big Trucks: Many service members drive large vehicles, giving them similar experiences to driving big trucks or construction vehicles

Discipline: The dedication to staying on-task until the job is done is key to truck driving

Attention to Detail: Focusing on your surroundings increases safety

Invest in a career that pays off every mile you drive. Contact CDA to get started

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). For more information, visit the official VA website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.