Commercial Driver License
The need for Truck Drivers is high in West Virginia and throughout the country. This
need is expected to keep growing. If you have a strong work ethic and desire a stable,
well-paid career in a highly skilled field, the Commercial Driver License program
at BridgeValley will prepare you for success. The program will combine classroom instruction
along with Behind-the-Wheel training by a professional Truck Driving instructor.
Pre-requisites:
- You must be at least 18 years old (intrastate only until 21 years of age),
- You must have a valid unrestricted driver's license for a minimum of one (1) year.
- Per federal requirements, be able to read, write, and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records in English.
- A high school diploma or GED/TASC certification is not required to take this class: however, one may be required to qualify for certain financial aid options or by companies for employment. Please check with our financial aid office for details.
Prior to Enrolling in a Class, students must have:
- Their CDL Learner’s Permit for General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles
- The results of a recent drug screen (results may take 10-14 days so plan accordingly), and a
- DOT physical completed by a certified medical examiner listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's National Registry website, located at: nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov.
COURSE DETAILS:
- Instruction by experienced professional Truck Driver
- Classroom instruction, range, and behind-the-wheel
- Preparation for CDL driving skills test
- Learn cargo safety techniques
- Perform Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection
- Understand Air Brakes
CDL Class Options: CDL Class Option and Fees
- CDL Class A (includes tractor/trailer endorsement): Theory, General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicle, Range & Behind-the-Wheel skills practice in tractor/trailer.
- CDL Class A with Pintle Hook: Theory, General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicle, Range & Behind-the-Wheel skills practice in a utility truck w/trailer.
- CDL Class B Utility Truck (with air brakes): Theory, General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Range & Behind-the-Wheel skills practice in a utility truck.
- Additional endorsements available: Passenger and School Bus
COURSE LENGTH:
- Approximately 4-6 weeks depending on Program Option
- Fees vary depending on the Program Option
- Financial aid may be available for those who qualify