Amazon Career Choice CDL Training at GetCDL School
Use your Amazon Career Choice benefits to enroll in CDL Class A training with us! Eligible Amazon employees can get their Class A CDL with $0 out-of-pocket tuition.
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Turn Your Amazon Benefit Into a Truck Driving Career
If you're an eligible Amazon associate, Amazon's Career Choice program can help pay for your CDL Class A training at GetCDL School. We are an approved partner of Amazon's Career Choice program through the Ancora CDL Network, supporting eligible employees as they build in-demand skills and take the next step toward a new career.
With proven experience delivering CDL training in the Chicago metropolitan area, GetCDL School emphasizes hands-on learning, safety-first instruction, and real-world driving preparation. Our CDL Class A program is built for busy, working adults who want a streamlined, career-focused path into the trucking industry.
Support Beyond the Classroom
At GetCDL School, training doesn't stop when the course ends. Students receive dedicated career support to help them confidently enter the workforce. From resume development and interview coaching to industry insights, our team helps you prepare for what's next.
Through established connections with employers at both the regional and national level, we help connect graduates with job opportunities after completing their training — including positions with Amazon Transportation, Amazon Freight Partners, Werner Enterprises, Schneider, and other major carriers.
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What Sets GetCDL School Apart
As a proud Amazon Career Choice partner, GetCDL School provides comprehensive CDL training designed specifically for working adults.
Hands-On CDL Class A Training
Train behind the wheel on both automatic AND manual transmission trucks on our private asphalt training yard. Build real driving confidence with industry-standard equipment.
Career-Focused Instruction
Training centered on the knowledge and driving abilities needed to pass the CDL road test and succeed on the job. 95% first-time pass rate.
Support with Your Career Choice Benefit
GetCDL School helps guide Amazon associates through the Career Choice process so you can focus on training. We handle the enrollment coordination.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from instructors who understand the trucking industry and what employers look for in new drivers. Bilingual instruction available (English & Spanish).
Flexible Scheduling for Amazon Associates
Evening classes until 8 PM on weekdays designed to work around Amazon shift schedules. Complete your CDL in 4 weeks while keeping your Amazon job.
Job Placement Assistance
95% job placement rate with connections to Amazon Transportation, Amazon Freight Partners, Werner, Schneider, and regional carriers. Average graduate salary: $76,000+.
Ready to Apply? Get Started Today
Use the Ancora CDL Network portal to apply for CDL training through Amazon Career Choice, or call us to learn more.
Admissions & Enrollment Steps
To use your Amazon Career Choice benefits for CDL training at GetCDL School, you'll need to complete the application process, be accepted into the program, and enroll in an upcoming class.
Verify Your Eligibility
Confirm you are a full-time Amazon employee (blue badge) with 90+ days of employment. Check your eligibility through the Amazon A to Z app.
Contact GetCDL School
Call us at (773) 636-5094 or fill out the form on this page. We'll walk you through the admissions process and help you select a start date that works with your Amazon schedule.
Complete Admissions Requirements
Pass your DOT physical and drug screening (available on-site), and complete your CDL permit preparation. We provide free permit prep materials to help you pass.
Request Payment Through Amazon A to Z
Navigate to Career Choice in Amazon A to Z, click 'Explore schools and programs,' search for GetCDL School, find the CDL Class A program, and click 'Request Payment' before your program start date.
Start Your CDL Training
Begin your 160-hour Class A CDL program at GetCDL School in Schaumburg, IL. Get your CDL in as little as 4 weeks with flexible scheduling around your Amazon shifts!
How to Request Payment from Amazon Career Choice
Once you are accepted and enrolled, request payment through Amazon A to Z before the program start date:
- 1.Navigate to Career Choice in Amazon A to Z
- 2.Click on the "Explore schools and programs" tile
- 3.Search "GetCDL School"
- 4.Find the CDL Class A program you are enrolled in
- 5.Click "Request Payment" to begin the payment request process
After submission, GetCDL School will review the request, confirm enrollment details, and either approve or deny the request on the program start date.
CDL Class A Training Through Career Choice
Program Overview
- 160 total training hours
- 100+ hours classroom instruction
- 40+ hours behind-the-wheel training
- Automatic AND manual transmission
- Pre-trip inspection training
- Free CDL permit prep materials
- FMCSA ELDT compliant curriculum
- Complete in as little as 4 weeks
Cost with Amazon Career Choice
* DOT physical, state testing fees, and CDL license fees are the student's responsibility. Amazon Career Choice covers tuition for eligible full-time employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can I use Amazon Career Choice?
Eligible Amazon employees can participate in Career Choice after 90 days of full-time employment. Once eligible, you can request tuition payment through the Amazon A to Z app and enroll in CDL training at GetCDL School immediately. New classes start every week, so there's no long wait to begin.
Do I need prior truck driving experience?
No. The Class A CDL program at GetCDL School is designed for complete beginners with no prior truck driving experience. Our 160-hour program takes you from zero experience to CDL-ready, including classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and pre-trip inspection preparation.
How long does CDL Class A training take?
The CDL Class A training program at GetCDL School is 160 hours and can be completed in approximately 4 weeks with full-time attendance. We also offer flexible scheduling with evening classes until 8 PM on weekdays to accommodate Amazon shift schedules.
Can GetCDL School help me plan around my Amazon work schedule?
Yes. GetCDL School regularly works with Amazon associates who are balancing work and training. We offer flexible scheduling including evening classes (until 8:00 PM weekdays) and can work with you to find a training schedule that fits around your Amazon shifts. Many Amazon associates complete training while maintaining their employment.
How much does CDL training cost through Amazon Career Choice?
GetCDL School's Class A CDL program costs $3,000 — significantly lower than the industry average of $5,000–$8,000. Through Amazon Career Choice, eligible associates may have their tuition fully covered by Amazon, meaning $0 out of pocket for the CDL program itself. DOT physical and state licensing fees (approximately $200–$270 total) are the student's responsibility.
What is the Ancora CDL Network?
The Ancora CDL Network is a partnership between Ancora Training and Amazon Career Choice that connects Amazon employees with approved CDL training schools across the country. GetCDL School is an approved Ancora Training Partner in the Chicago/Schaumburg, IL area, meaning Amazon associates can complete their CDL training with us through this program.
What career opportunities are available after completing CDL training?
After earning your Class A CDL, you'll have multiple career paths available: Amazon's own transportation network, Amazon Freight Partner program, major carriers like Werner Enterprises and Schneider, regional trucking companies, and independent owner-operator opportunities. The median truck driver salary in Illinois is $76,420 per year, with many positions offering health insurance, 401K, and paid time off.
Where is GetCDL School located?
GetCDL School is located at 1355 Remington Rd, Suite D, Schaumburg, IL 60173 — approximately 25–40 minutes from downtown Chicago. We serve Amazon employees from all Chicago-area Amazon facilities including fulfillment centers, sortation centers, and delivery stations throughout Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, and Kane County.
Ready to Put Your Amazon Benefit to Work?
GetCDL School helps Amazon associates turn Career Choice benefits into real-world skills for a future in truck driving.
Contact GetCDL School for Amazon Career Choice CDL Training
GetCDL School is a proud training partner of Amazon's Career Choice program. For more information about our program, contact us:
Need Help from Amazon Career Choice?
To contact Career Choice directly through My HR:
- 1.Log in to Amazon A to Z
- 2.Click the arrow next to "Help" in the upper right-hand corner
- 3.Click on "A to Z Resources"
- 4.Scroll down to "Grow your career"
- 5.Click Career Choice
- 6.Scroll to "Manage your benefit" and select My HR to contact Career Choice Live Support