CDL Training
$2,000–$6,000Get your NYS Commercial Driver's License (Class A, B, or C) with classroom and on-the-road instruction, plus job placement assistance.
Get your first-time New York State Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A, B, or C, with classroom and on-the-road instruction from Curve Driving School. If you already hold a CDL, you can also renew or replace it through us. To begin, you must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license and pass a background check that reviews your driving history, personal history, and medical status.
A CDL is an essential qualification for anyone looking to enter professional driving. The trucking industry pays higher wages than most other fields, and a CDL lets you command a higher salary. It gives you flexible hours, strong job security, and valuable transferable skills like problem-solving, customer service, communication, and teamwork.
The tests you'll pass
To apply for a CDL, applicants must pass several tests. The written exam tests your knowledge of laws and regulations related to safe driving, such as load securement and logbook procedures. The skill test evaluates your ability to safely operate various types of vehicles in different conditions.
If you are new to commercial driving, our CDL training program provides hands-on instruction in safe driving techniques through both classroom and on-the-road teaching.
How long it takes
Getting a CDL can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months depending on the individual. The process includes completing an application, passing a written knowledge test, and taking a skills test. Training and study time are needed to become familiar with safety rules and regulations and to get comfortable maneuvering and operating a commercial vehicle. With dedication, most individuals can obtain their CDL in a few weeks or less.
Job prospects after your CDL
A CDL opens up a world of job opportunities. With the right training and experience, you can become a professional truck driver hauling goods, a bus driver, or an operator of heavy machinery. Many CDL holders are employed in construction, logging, or waste management.
If you're more mechanically inclined, you can work as an auto mechanic or diesel technician. Those with a CDL can also find employment as instructors, dispatchers, and managers in the trucking industry.