Iowa Western Community College

A commercial learner's permit (CLP) is a permit that only authorizes you to practice on public roads with a qualified CDL holder sitting next to you. 100% Online
The CLP test is broken down into three sections:
• General knowledge
• Air brakes
• Combination vehicles
This online course will prepare you to take the General knowledge test to obtain your CLP. 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Atlantic, IA Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Clarinda Campus

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)     Co Bluffs Campus

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

$1200.00 FEE          Co Bluffs Campus    Mon-Thrus    8am – 12pm     

This two-week training program ensures that you are fully prepared with the knowledge and skills to safely operate a commercial bus or school bus, and you can obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement. You will receive 80 hours of instruction in a classroom, on driving simulators, and by driving a 48 ft school bus on the driving range and on the road. Topics covered will include basic operations of the bus, safe operating practices, advanced operating practices, vehicle maintenance, and non-vehicle maintenance.

Iowa Western will need copies of the documents below before the first day of class:
•    Commercial Learner Permit (copy both sides)
•    Medical Examiners Certificate (commonly referred to as a long form)

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)   Atlantic Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)   Clarinda Campus
Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Co Bluffs Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.
 

Feb 17 – 19     Tues/Thurs     6pm – 9pm

Starrett, Snap-on and NC3 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create a certification that includes hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging from tapes and rules to calipers and micrometers. 

Feb 24 – 26     Tues/Thurs     6pm – 9pm

Starrett, Snap-on and NC3 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create a certification that includes hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging from tapes and rules to calipers and micrometers. 

A commercial learner's permit (CLP) is a permit that only authorizes you to practice on public roads with a qualified CDL holder sitting next to you. 100% Online
The CLP test is broken down into three sections:
• General knowledge
• Air brakes
• Combination vehicles
This online course will prepare you to take the General knowledge test to obtain your CLP. 

Mar 3 – 5     Tues/Thurs     6pm – 9pm

Starrett, Snap-on and NC3 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create a certification that includes hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging from tapes and rules to calipers and micrometers. 

Mar 10 – 12     Tues/Thurs     6pm – 9pm

Starrett, Snap-on and NC3 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create a certification that includes hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging from tapes and rules to calipers and micrometers. 

March 14, 2026  10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

Mar 17 – 19     Tues/Thurs    6pm – 9pm

NC3 Hand Tool ID, Safety and Usage Certification Proper use of hand tools starts with identification. Snap-on and NC3 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create a certification that includes hands-on training with the hand tools that are vital to transportation, engineering, manufacturing, aviation, power generation, and natural resources, and many more. Those who earn this certification will be proficient in the safe use of a variety of hand tools.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Co Bluffs Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Harlan Campus

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) SWITCH Campus Hastings, IA  

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)   Co Bluffs Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Harlan Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)   Switch (Hastings, IA) Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.
 

March 24 – 26     Tues/Thurs     6pm – 9pm

The NC3 Snap-on Multimeter Certification is awarded to students who have been trained in the use of Snap-on advanced electrical monitoring equipment. The knowledge and experience gained in this critical discipline are TOOLS FOR LIFE essential to a successful career in critical industries such as automotive repair, transportation, wind power, manufacturing, HVAC, and robotics. This certification includes training on the problem-solving capabilities of Snap-on
digital multimeters — the same technology used by professionals in the workplace. Training is focused on subjects from basic applications to advanced
troubleshooting. This certification provides a widely recognized endorsement of technical expertise and demonstrated achievement. When students successfully complete this Snap-on certification, they obtain one of the most requested skills in the industry today.

April 11, 2026 10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

$1200.00 FEE          Co Bluffs Campus    Mon-Thrus    8:00am – 12:00pm  

This two-week training program ensures that you are fully prepared with the knowledge and skills to safely operate a commercial bus or school bus, and you can obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement. You will receive 80 hours of instruction in a classroom, on driving simulators, and by driving a 48 ft school bus on the driving range and on the road. Topics covered will include basic operations of the bus, safe operating practices, advanced operating practices, vehicle maintenance, and non-vehicle maintenance.

Iowa Western will need copies of the documents below before the first day of class:
•    Commercial Learner Permit (copy both sides)
•    Medical Examiners Certificate (commonly referred to as a long form)

Class A CDL Program
Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Atlantic Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.
 

Class A CDL Program
Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Clarinda Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.
 

Class A CDL Program
Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Co Bluffs Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.
 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Atlantic Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Atlantic Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week) Co Bluffs Campus

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

May 16, 2026  10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Co Bluffs Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    SWITCH Hastings, IA 
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)    Co Bluffs Campus
Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
•    Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
•    State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
•    CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.
Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  
SWITCH-Hastings, IA 
Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

June 13, 2026  10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Monday – Thursday     8am – 3pm (flexible after 1st week)  

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.
Program Highlights:
•    Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
•    Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
•    CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.
Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

July 18, 2026  10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

August 15, 2026  10am-4:30pm 
This course is designed to educate and certify individuals who will be operating motorized vehicles. The course ensures that operators are knowledgeable about the safe and legal operation of MOPED. Bring have students bring a sack lunch as they will have 30-minute lunch break. 

Tuesday Oct 6th     9am – 2pm In-Person
This course is the basic course on understanding dealer responsibilities. This class will serve as a refresher course and will teach the requirements of being an auto dealer in Iowa and how to maintain a dealer’s license. Updates on changes to state and federal law, rules and regulations will be provided.  The trainer will discuss new laws enacted during the most recent legislative session impacting auto dealers as well as providing new information from federal and state agencies pertaining to the auto industry.  Dealers will be encouraged to bring forth areas of concern to assist with possible solutions to these concerns. Dealers will review videos from the staff of the Iowa Department of Transportation Bureau of Investigation and Identity Protection and the Consumer Protection Division of the Iowa Attorney General’s office.

Friday Nov 6th     9am – 2pm Online Zoom Course
This course is the basic course on understanding dealer responsibilities. This class will serve as a refresher course and will teach the requirements of being an auto dealer in Iowa and how to maintain a dealer’s license. Updates on changes to state and federal law, rules and regulations will be provided.  The trainer will discuss new laws enacted during the most recent legislative session impacting auto dealers as well as providing new information from federal and state agencies pertaining to the auto industry.  Dealers will be encouraged to bring forth areas of concern to assist with possible solutions to these concerns. Dealers will review videos from the staff of the Iowa Department of Transportation Bureau of Investigation and Identity Protection and the Consumer Protection Division of the Iowa Attorney General’s office.