Commercial Driving

The Commercial Driving Program is designed to provide adults in our community with an opportunity to qualify for a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The theory, range & public road curriculums meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Entry-Level Driver Training regulations. The program provides ongoing enrollment with a flexible schedule. Students need to be prepared financially to meet all steps listed below and purchase additional hours if necessary to complete program.

Online Payments Accepted 
You are now able to make payments online! To do so, please visit the following link (also located at the bottom of this page):
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Enrollment

Step 1: CDL Theory - $220

• Online self-paced curriculum
• Curriculum Modules:
  • CDL Class A – 48 Required Modules
  • CDL Class B – 46 Required Modules
  • CDL Class B to CDL Class A Upgrade – 40 Required Modules

• To demonstrate proficiency, students must earn a score of at least 80% on each Module Assessment – If a student does not achieve 80% the first time they take the assessment, they can retake the assessment.
• Must complete all required modules within 90 days from start date.
• CDL Permit is not required to enroll in this component, but a copy of your New York State driver's license is required.
• Need to complete the intake forms to enroll – must have email address included.
• Students will need access to a computer or smart phone to complete the theory component. Arrangements can be made if a student does not have own computer access.
• If students find themselves having difficulty with the theory component modules, please reach out to The Center for Learning, so arrangements can be made for putting appropriate support in place. 

Step 2: Behind-the-Wheel (BTW): Range and Road – one-on-one with an instructor for up to 60 Hours - $3,950

• Includes: pre-trip, shifting, maneuverability, evaluation of skills, on the road driving, road test preparation
• Will start new students each month based on instructor availability.
•  Students will be scheduled with an instructor for 2-hour sessions, 2 to 3 times per week.

Prerequisites: 

• Must have CDL learner's permit to enroll in this component.
• Must have successfully completed Theory Component.
• Must have successfully completed all required theory modules and score at least 80% on each module.
• Must sign Self-Certification form for DOT regulations.
• Must complete a program schedule form showing availability in order to be matched with instructor.
• Upon successful repetitive demonstration of mastered skills of the Behind-the-Wheel: Range and Behind-the-Wheel: Road – a student's training certificate will be submitted to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Registry so that the student is eligible for taking the DMV Scheduled Road Test.
• Note: If a student requires more than 60 hours to demonstrate mastery of skills for behind-the-wheel components, additional training hours may be purchased in a package of 10 for $650.

Step 3: DMV Scheduled Road Test

• DMV Fee for 1 road test is included in the tuition.
• Truck & the instructor to take student to the road test are included as long as hours are still available.

Program Requirements

• CDL Class A – must be 21 years or older
• CDL Class B – must be 18 years or older
• Valid New York State Driver’s License
• CDL Class A or Class B Learner’s Permit
• CDL-B to CDL-A Upgrade: Students must have current CDL-B License with Manual Transmission Driving Experience and CDL-A Learner’s Permit

Equipment

• 2020 Kenworth T880 Tandem Daycab – Manual 13-speed Transmission
• 2012 International Single Axle Daycab – Manual 10-speed Transmission
• 2017 International Prostar Single Axle Daycab – Automatic 10-speed Transmission
• 2018 Freightliner Cascadia 113 Single Axle Daycab – Automatic 12-speed Transmission
• 2013 International Roll Back – Manual 6-speed Synchronized Transmission
• 2007 International Dump Truck – Manual 13-speed Transmission

Additional Information

• Scheduled times for Range and Public Road are arranged by the instructor with students and are made available days, nights, weekends to fit any schedule.
• Class size is limited for this program and based on instructor availability. 
• All Training components (Theory, BTW: Range, BTW: Road) must be completed within one year of each other
• Permit, additional road test, & license fees are expenses not included in tuition and paid to NYS DMV.

• Refund Information:

  • There is no refund allowed for the Theory Fee.
  • BTW: Range and Road refund requests made prior to the first day of class will be 100%.
  • Request for refund must be made in person, by phone or by email at The Center for Learning, 12 Allen Street, Auburn, NY 13021 (315) 253-4899 or c4learn@cayboces.org
  • Refunds will not be considered for students that successfully complete the program.
  • Any refund request after a student starts but does not complete BTW: Range and Road hours will involve a calculation of the hours completed by the student at a rate of $200 per hour instead of a package deal rate and any difference will be refunded.
  • Refunds will not be considered if it has been longer than 6 months since the original enrollment date. 

Additional Trainings Available 

Refresher Course

Do you already have your CDL-B or CDL-A License and need a refresher?  We will customize a refresher course for you.  Let us know how many hours you need and we will customize to your needs.  We will need a copy of your valid CDL License to enroll.  Hours may be purchased in packages of 10 for $650.

Automatic Restriction Removal

A driver with a NY State CDL with a E restriction (No Manual Transmission Equipped CMV) must take a driving test in a vehicle with a manual transmission to remove the restriction.  To prepare for this test, you will need to practice.  This course will prepare you for your driving test.  First step is an evaluation of skills with an instructor to determine amount of practice needed.  Evaluation cost is $400 and then required hours may be purchased in packages of 10 for $650. 

Hazardous Materials Endorsement Theory Training - $200

A driver with a NY State CDL must have an “H” or an “X” HazMat endorsement to operate commercial motor vehicles that carry hazardous materials.  Effective February 7, 2022:  if you are applying for a HazMat Endorsement for the first time you must complete HazMat entry-level driver training (ELDT) prior to taking the HazMat knowledge test.  This online course will fulfill your HazMat entry-level driver training for the Hazardous Materials Endorsement on your CDL.