- Have a valid in-state or out-of-state driver's license (Class C).
- Be 18 years old (to drive in-state) or 21 years old (to drive out of state).
- Understand, read, and speak basic English.
- Provide a 3-year driving history record.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Participants must also complete the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen and physical.
- A valid CDL permit is required before the second week of class.
- Required documents: 2 proofs of residence, birth certificate or evidence of lawful presence, social security card, high school diploma or GED.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
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Earn your CDL in 5 Weeks
Are you thinking about a career in the trucking industry? The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program at Bucks County Community College will get you on the road to a new career in as little as five weeks.
Our experienced instructors provide hands-on support through classroom instruction, at the driving range, and on-road training. You'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to sit for the Class A CDL test.
After completing our program, you'll be well on your way to an entry-level job as a tractor-trailer driver with a quality carrier. Many companies we've partnered with provide additional in-house training to entry-level drivers. Local employment opportunities also exist for the more capable graduates.
Specialized skills
- Shifting/operating transmissions
- Backing up and docking
- Space management
- Vehicle Communications
- Extreme driving conditions
- Vehicle maintenance
- Pre-and post-trip inspections
Program Requirements
Contact Us
For more information or to apply to the CDL training program, contact Heather Schailey at 610-362-1124, ext. 1235.
Virtual Information Session: Thursday, August 29 at 6pm (XSMCE-9005-C03)
Call 215.968.8409 to register for our free virtual information session, or click here to register online.
Next Training
- Monday, September 23, 2024
What funding options are available?
One option to fund your training is Sallie Mae. Sallie Mae is a financial services company that helps people save, plan, and pay for college. They offer private student loans, college planning tools, savings accounts, and online banking. Sallie Mae offers a Smart Option Student Loan® for Career Training. This is a personal loan, please read and review all loan details before applying. Sallie Mae also offers a free scholarship search tool to help you find and sort through thousands of college scholarships utilizing personalized filtering options based on your background, subject, state and more.
Information for employers
Bucks's Professional Driver Training also offers CDL Testing Driver Improvement Programs, Driver Evaluations, Log Book – Hours of Service Training, Train the Trainer Programs and Customized Training for Your Business.