About Meathead Career Centers
About us
Meathead Career Centers: Texas’ Premier CDL School
At Meathead Career Centers, our mission is clear—to develop safer, highly skilled drivers for the road. With deep roots in the trucking industry, we’ve seamlessly transitioned into the education sector, becoming Texas' leading CDL training institution dedicated to empowering drivers with the expertise and confidence to handle trucks safely and professionally.
Our Commitment
Our commitment goes beyond helping you pass the CDL exam. We deliver a comprehensive education that prepares you for every aspect of a successful trucking career, from safety protocols to practical driving skills. Offering affordable, start-to-finish training, we provide exceptional value while ensuring our students are job-ready and confident behind the wheel.Choose Meathead Career Centers and join the ranks of top-tier truck drivers making a difference on the road. 🚛
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
We provide training for Class A with options for both manual and automatic transmissions with flexible class schedules.
WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
We cultivate a close-knit class environment, treating everyone with utmost respect, like family.
BUDGET-FRIENDLY RATES
MANUAL AND AUTO TRUCKS
BUDGET-FRIENDLY RATES
Top-tier CDL training at the most competitive industry price.
Course outline and obtaining the permit
Programs
We provide three comprehensive Class A programs—Parking, Driving, and Classroom—to prepare you for the test. Our Class B program, without trailer parking, ensures a quicker completion.
Range Outline
- Straight line backing
- Offset left
- Offset right
- Parallel left
- Parallel right
Range Lessons
- Range - Pre trip inspection - complete truck inspection including lights, brakes, tires, fuel/def tanks, fifth wheel, and more.
- Range - In-cab inspection - complete in-cab including dash, windshield and wipers, emergency equipment, and more.
- Range - Air brakes - pressurizing system, applied leakage test, low pressure warning, spring brake popout, governer cut-out, governer cut-in, emergency brake test, parking brake test, service
Driving Lessons
- ELDT training, HAZMAT training, logbook training, map training, driving lessons, stop signs etc.
Obtaining the permit
To ensure a smooth process, gather the following documents: Social Security card, legal paperwork (green card, passport, or birth certificate), and two bills/registrations displaying your name and address.
Next steps:
- Download the DMV Commercial Driver Handbook or grab a copy at the DMV.
- Install the CDL Prep 2023 (RED ICON) and DMV Genie apps on your phone.
- Read the handbook thoroughly, focusing on General, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles sections.
- Practice tests for General, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles (excluding combination vehicle for Class B). Aim for a 90% score before visiting the DMV.
- Keep in mind, you'll need to take the Class C written test.
- Prior to your DMV visit, complete a DOT medical exam.
CONTACT US FOR THE PRICING INFORMATION
At Meathead Career Centers, we offer affordable commercial driving course
Class A Driving ELDT approved
Classroom ELDT Approved
Class B Full ELDT approved
Meathead Career Centers
Take our CDL Mock Exam
Test your knowledge with this mock exam!
Prepare to hit the road with confidence! This CDL Truck Driving Mock Test is designed to help aspiring drivers assess their knowledge and readiness for the official CDL exam.
Weekend and Spanish Classes now open for enrollment!
¡Aprende a conducir camiones en Meathead Career Centers con nuestras clases de CDL en español! 🇪🇸 ¡Clases en español y de fin de semana ahora disponibles para inscripción!