CDL Academy Reviews 

My experience with CDL Academy first and utmost would be the instructors Sammy goes above and beyond has the patience of the saint and it's very thorough in his training he don't miss a step highly recommend the instructors John a little bit more quiet but he does a great job and he too is patience I have just a two days left until I take my final test and I am totally comfortable because of the way they have taught us all the way up to today they're just on top of everything I would rate this place a five except for one thing they should Supply lunches LOL very pleased I do think that the job placement they could work on that having people come in and talk to us about future jobs but overall that's minor compared to everything else

I’m 3 weeks in to the CDL Academy in Searcy Ar . This school is awesome and it’s unbelievable how fast I’m learning to be a truck driver . Sammy and John are very knowledgeable and eagger to teach us what they know and they work hard to make this a great experience.
Thanks for helping me with this chapter of my life . I know I will have the skill to pass my Cdl skills exam next week.

CDL academy in Searcy Arkansas is the best $6000 I ever spent. Information is reliable and instructors are experienced. excellent choice

Stay Away from CDL Academy Fort Smith - A Scam Disguised as Education

As a recent attendee of CDL Academy Fort Smith, I feel obligated to share my horrendous experience to prevent others from falling into the same trap. This institution, if you can even call it that, is nothing more than a scam preying on hopeful individuals seeking a career in the trucking industry.

Let's start with the promises they make. From the moment you step foot into their facility, you're bombarded with grandiose claims of guaranteed job placement, top-notch training, and a supportive learning environment. However, once you've paid your exorbitant tuition fees (which conveniently skyrocket after you've signed on), the reality sets in.

Firstly, the so-called "training" provided is nothing short of a joke. Outdated materials, malfunctioning equipment, and instructors who are more interested in their phones than teaching plague the classrooms and driving yards. It's as if they plucked these instructors off the street with no regard for their qualifications or dedication to education.

Furthermore, job placement assistance? More like job placement abandonment. Despite their assurances of helping graduates secure employment, once you've completed the program, you're left high and dry. No job leads, no industry connections, just a worthless piece of paper and a mountain of debt.

But wait, it gets worse. As if fleecing students wasn't enough, CDL Academy Fort Smith engages in deceptive practices to squeeze every last penny out of unsuspecting individuals. Hidden fees, additional charges for "mandatory" materials, and arbitrary fines for minor infractions are all par for the course.

And let's not forget their customer service, or lack thereof. Attempting to resolve any issues with the administration is an exercise in futility. Emails go unanswered, phone calls are ignored, and if by some miracle you manage to speak to someone, they'll dismiss your concerns with a patronizing pat on the head.

In conclusion, steer clear of CDL Academy Fort Smith like the plague. It's not a place of learning; it's a money-making scheme designed to exploit the dreams and aspirations of hardworking individuals. Save your time, save your money, and find a reputable institution that actually cares about your success.

Me and a friend drove 18 wheeler 30 years now we train the best

I went here and at first glance it's great, I even passed the test, but after I got a job I realized that all they do is teach you to memorize the test. I had NONE of the knowledge that I needed to keep a job and properly drive a truck. That instructor Sandy or Sammy or whoever is a complete quack. He badmouths you behind your back and tries to make you feel stupid. This place is bogus. Waste of my money. I had to go Back through training at a different school.

Not the school for anyone who struggles to retain information. They will literally Kick you out, even after you have done paid them. They segregated from the rest of me from the rest of the class and tried to say that I wasnt trying. I had over ten hours on the app in studying, not counting the exams. I passed everything in class, I just gets nervous with timed tests, so they kicked me out. I paid them to teach me and they took my money and ran with it basically. I was very disappointed. Just a heads up to anyone who struggles like me, if you aren't what they consider an ideal student, you wont be welcome there.

I liked the instructions and other personal in the office. Classroom time was great and very helpful. I'm only giving a lower rating because there simply wasnt enough time actually driving. Range time was mostly watching other practicing their offset and 90 backing. I was lucky if I got in the truck to practice more than 2 times a day. i had maybe a total of an 2 and a half hours of on road driving. That also includes time spent taking the driving exam. It's been almost a year since I took the course so maybe things have changed. Would I recommend CDL Network Academy to others after my experience? Yes I would.

Instructors Jared and Brandon where great, they just didnt have all the working tools to teach us the right way

No real facilities. Instructor was great and prepared me perfectly