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Commercial Driving Program CDL-A and CDL-B




Are you interested in getting your Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

Our CDL program will prepare you for a great career! You'll learn about safety regulations, pre-trip checks, shifting, and driving techniques to help you meet the road test requirements.

Areas of Instruction:
  • Safety/Rules
  • Driving Techniques
  • Gauges
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Transmissions
  • The Log Book
  • Air Brakes
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Tractors/Trailers
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Coupling/Uncoupling
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    Program requirements for students are:

  • Class A - 21 years or older
  • Class B - 18 years or older
  • Possess valid New York State Driver's License
  • Possess CDL Class A or B learner's permit with the following endorsements:
    - Class A: General Knowledge, Air Brake, and Combination
    - Class B: General Knowledge, and Air Brake
  • Ability to pass D.O.T. physical
  • Transition for CDL-B to CDL-A: Students must have current CDL-B License and CDL-A learner's permit.

    Successful students should possess the following:

  • Good driving history
  • Good physical condition
  • Good vision/depth perception

    Class information:

  • Classes begin each month (weather permitting)
  • Instruction includes 9 classroom hours. Classroom sessions are 6 PM to 9 PM
  • Driving time will be scheduled on an individual basis

    Location:

    Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES
    1879 West Genesee Street Road
    Auburn, NY 13021

    Cost:

    CDL-A: $2,800.00 - includes 70 hours of classroom instruction and driving time
    CDL-B: $2,000.00 - includes 50 hours of classroom instruction and driving time
    Transitional CDL-B to CDL-A: $1,200.00 - includes 30 hours of classroom instruction and driving time
    CDL Evaluation: $150.00 - lasts two hours
    Hourly CDL: $75.00 per hour - minimum two hour blocks
    If you require additional driving time beyond the scheduled hours, additional time can be allotted at the rate of $75.00 per hour.

    Funding Opportunities

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