Truck Driving/CDL

Complete your Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination with a certified medical examiner.

Study thoroughly and reach out to your local DMV to schedule your test appointment. On test day, you'll need to present documentation that verifies your identity, citizenship, legal presence, Social Security Number, and residency.

Requirements vary by state, so be sure to confirm specific guidelines with your DMV. Some states require a REAL ID before testing. If you do not have a REAL ID, you may be required to obtain one beforehand. In most cases, the documentation required for your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) is the same as for a REAL ID, so it may be efficient to apply for both during the same visit.

Commonly Accepted Documents Include:

• Proof of identity: U.S. or foreign passport, U.S. military ID, state driver’s license or ID, or other government-issued photo ID with a signature
• Proof of citizenship: For U.S. citizens: U.S. birth certificate or U.S. passport
• Proof of legal presence for non-citizens: Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), unexpired foreign passport with valid U.S. visa, or other specific immigration documents
• Proof of Social Security Number: Social Security card, W-2 form, SSA-1099 form, or pay stub with your name and SSN
• Proof of residency: Utility bills, bank statements, rental agreements, insurance policies, or official mail from government agencies

Important: Your driver’s license must be valid and not within six months of expiration.

Request your official driving record from your state's DMV.

Submit your completed application with required documentation. After eligibility is verified, you will be contacted with your class start date and instructions for scheduling your drug test.

All students are required to complete a drug test before starting class. If you choose not to use the preferred vendor (Alltest), your class start may be delayed until official results are received.

You will receive an email with instructions to complete the 16-hour online theory course from Carriers Edge. This must be completed before your scheduled class start date. The course is self-paced, so you may start and stop at your convenience. Students who do not complete the course on time will be deferred to a future class.

For complete registration steps, visit our website: CDL Registration.

Classes begin every few weeks throughout the year — see all upcoming start dates here: CDL Truck Driving Dates.

If a training provider is paying your $5,700 tuition, they will assist with registration. If you are paying for the program yourself, register by phone at 563-441-4217.