CDL Class A
Class A Master Tractor Trailer Driver Program
Participants must complete the DOT physical as prerequisites for admission and a drug test must be taken upon passing the CDL A permit, prior to behind the wheel vehicle training.
Enroll now in a CDL A training program with The CDL Schools partnered with Jefferson Community College.
This course is for those seeking to qualify for the Class A CDL Skills test. The curriculum
prepares students to meet Theory and Behind the Wheel Vehicle training per the Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.
The curriculum is 192 hours in length and consists of three parts. The first part
is 80 hours of Classroom, lab, and Learning Management System (LMS) instruction. Completion
of this part leads to the ELDT Theory certification and Commercial Learner’s Permit
(CLP). The second part is 110 hours of Behind the Wheel (BTW) vehicle instruction
to prepare the student for FMCSA Range and Public Road ELDT proficiency requirements
for the Class A CDL skills test (road test). The final portion of the program is allotted
for 2 hours to complete the state Skills Test (road test). Preparation and scheduling
for the CDL Skills test on a manual transmission vehicle is included. Cost of the
license upgrade from Class D to Class A is not included.
Watertown Class:
May 19, 2025 – June 16, 2025
Classes Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Class Location: Main Campus, JCC
Tuition: $9,495.00 (all-inclusive price)
Registration deadline: May 9, 2025
Note: After passing their New York State CDL Skills test, the student will be responsible
for paying the license fee directly to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Eligibility requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Funding for classroom training grants is available through The Workplace for qualified individuals. To learn more, call 315-786-3659 or visit their website. Please note that funding is limited and not guaranteed.
Disclosure: In partnership with Jefferson Community College, this program will be fully delivered by The CDL Schools, LLC (TCDLS). TCDLS is headquartered at 381 Broadway, Suite 15, Menands, NY 12204. There are no additional costs students are expected to incur as a result of enrolling in the educational program.
Lowville Class:
July 14, 2025 – August 8, 2025
Classes Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Class Location: Lewis County Education Center, 7395 East Road, Lowville, NY 13367
Tuition: $9,495.00 (all-inclusive price)
Registration deadline: July 3, 2025
Note: After passing their New York State CDL Skills test, the student will be responsible
for paying the license fee directly to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Eligibility requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Funding for classroom training grants is available through The Workplace for qualified individuals. To learn more, call 315-786-3659 or visit their website. Please note that funding is limited and not guaranteed.
Disclosure: In partnership with Jefferson Community College, this program will be fully delivered by The CDL Schools, LLC (TCDLS). TCDLS is headquartered at 381 Broadway, Suite 15, Menands, NY 12204. There are no additional costs students are expected to incur as a result of enrolling in the educational program.
Lowville Class:
September 8, 2025 – October 3, 2025
Classes Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Class Location: Lewis County Education Center, 7395 East Road, Lowville, NY 13367
Tuition: $9,495.00 (all-inclusive price)
Registration deadline: September 1, 2025
Note: After passing their New York State CDL Skills test, the student will be responsible
for paying the license fee directly to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Eligibility requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age to enroll.
Funding for classroom training grants is available through The Workplace for qualified individuals. To learn more, call 315-786-3659 or visit their website. Please note that funding is limited and not guaranteed.
Disclosure: In partnership with Jefferson Community College, this program will be fully delivered by The CDL Schools, LLC (TCDLS). TCDLS is headquartered at 381 Broadway, Suite 15, Menands, NY 12204. There are no additional costs students are expected to incur as a result of enrolling in the educational program.
“Before getting my Class A, I didn’t stand a chance to get to the pay rate I’m experiencing now and career opportunities have opened up tremendously. I highly recommend JCC's course to anyone who’s looking.” James Atkinson, CDL Class A
Rural Hill Sand & Gravel Corp
December 2023