160 Driving Academy
Guest Reviews
Students praise patient instructors Rob and Ms. Lisa who tailor teaching to individual learning styles. Graduates feel well-prepared for CDL skills and road tests. Highly recommended for southern Louisiana job seekers.
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About 160 Driving Academy
160 Driving Academy in New Orleans offers accelerated Class A CDL training at its Bullard Avenue campus in eastern New Orleans, serving students across southern Louisiana. The program follows the national 160-hour curriculum — 40 hours in the classroom and 120 hours behind the wheel — completed in just four weeks. Instructors like Rob and Ms. Lisa have earned high marks from students for their patience and personalized teaching approach, helping graduates feel confident heading into their CDL skills and road tests. The New Orleans campus is FMCSA ELDT-compliant and provides comprehensive training that covers pre-trip inspections, city and interstate driving, and safety protocols. With low student-to-instructor ratios (approximately 4:1), students receive hands-on attention throughout the program. Tuition ranges from $4,000 to $7,000 nationally, with employer reimbursement programs available through partner carriers for qualifying students. Job placement assistance is a core feature of the program — graduates are connected with leading trucking employers and can pursue the highest-paying regional and OTR positions. The school also offers free ELDT theory courses, CDL refresher training, and hazmat endorsement certification. Average starting salary for graduates is approximately $55,990 per year. Founded in 2012 and operating 140+ locations nationwide, 160 Driving Academy brings major-network resources to the New Orleans market. The program is a strong fit for career changers in the Gulf Coast region looking to enter the commercial trucking industry quickly and affordably.
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| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Class A Cdl | Call for pricing |