CDL Commercial Truck Driver Training
The Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships offers Class A and Class B Tractor Trailer trainings. Start a career in this lucrative industry. This is a great local opportunity to learn the skills needed to pass the NYS Class A and B driving exam.
CDL Class A is an 8-10 week training program. It consists of 10 hours of online training and 40 hours of one-on-one behind the wheel training, scheduled by the student and instructor.
CDL Class B is an 8 week training program. It consists of 10 hours of online training and 30 hours of one-on-one behind the wheel training, scheduled by the student and instructor.
CDL Class B Upgrade to a Class A is a 4-5 week training program. It consists of 10 hours of online training and 20 hours of one-on-one behind the wheel training, scheduled by the student and instructor.
Hazmat Endorsement can be added to your existing CDL license or earned along with your new CDL Class A or B license. The Hazmat training has 12 online modules that are required by NYS to add the endorsement to your CDL license at the DMV. The instructor will add you to the online course and you can complete the modules at your own pace.
Rolling Enrollment Schedule
Classes are filled on a first come, first serve basis for applicants that provide all required paperwork and have confirmed funding. We will start you on the course as soon as we have an opening. We will communicate expected start dates, but these are tentative and subject to change based on availability.
Please note: If you are interested in a class but still working on the required paperwork or tuition funding, please still apply ASAP to get on the waitlist.
Cost to Attend
| Class | Cost |
|---|---|
| CDL Class A | $6,000 |
| CDL Class B | $5,600 |
| CDL Class B to Class A | $4,200 |
| Theory Instruction | $300 |
| Hazmat Endorsement | $150 |
- Included with the cost of tuition: 10 hours of ELDT instruction and books + 40 hours of behind the wheel training with the instructor + DMV road test + Use of truck for road test.
- $40 DMV road test fee is included in tuition. If the road test is not passed on the first attempt, an additional $40 fee will be charged to the student for each future attempt.
- Additional driving hours one-on-one with the trainer can be purchased for $140/hour.
Permit Tests
The following exams are required by the DMV to obtain your CDL A or B Permit and are to be paid by the applicant.
- $10 - Core Exam
- $5 - Air Brake Test
- $5 - Combination Vehicle*
- $10 - Permit fee at DMV
*Only required for CDL A permits
Process for Registration and Acceptance into the Program:
Registration Requirements
Application and Required Documentation
- Completed Application
- Class A or B Learner’s Permit
- Driver’s Abstract
- $7 download fee online through MyDMV
- NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Driver’s Abstracts
- DOT Physical Results
Application and Required Documentation
After your application and required documentation is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with a tentative class start date and instructions on securing funding. The CDL tuition cost can be covered by out-of-pocket payment, employer reimbursement, NYS part-time tuition assistance (TAP) for non-degree students, or other local funding sources.
Class Start Date
Once funding is secured, your class start date will be confirmed. Prior to the class start date (no more than 60 days prior), you will need to secure a drug test and submit the results to our office. Once the negative drug test is received, this will finalize your application and course instructions will be sent.
- Drug Test Providers
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You will need the DOT 5 Panel Drug Test. All CDL drivers must complete DOT-regulated drug testing to obtain and maintain their license. These tests detect marijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, and amphetamines. DOT drug testing is not optional—it's federally mandated and must be conducted at various stages of a driver’s licensing and employment.
Additional Questions?
Center for Workforce, Community, and Industry Partnerships
34 Cornell Dr.
Canton, NY 13617
Phone: 315-386-7504
Fax: 315-386-7640
e-mail: wcip@canton.edu
Top Employers of Our Graduates
- Pepsi Cola Ogdensburg
- Poulin Grain
- SLC Highway Dept.
- NYS DOT
- Liberty Utilities
- NTC Construction
- Local dairies & farms
- Town of Canton
- Town of Colton
- Town of Gouverneur
- Town of Hammond
- Town of Louisville
- Town of Pierrepont
- Village of Potsdam
This program qualifies for the new Part-Time TAP for Non-Degree Programs. Learn more about eligibility.
Liz Brown, Executive Director
Workforce, Community, and Industry Partnerships
SUNY Canton
34 Cornell Drive
Canton, NY 13617
Phone: 315-386-7504
wcip@canton.edu