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 classroom instruction on Thursday evenings from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM 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 classroom instruction on Thursday evenings from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM 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 classroom instruction on Thursday evenings from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM 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.
Schedule Start Dates
The tentative 2025 CDL School schedule has been released. Please note, these are tentative dates that are subject to change.
- July 17, 2025 - Full
- September 18, 2025 - Full
- November 20, 2025
- 2026 Schedule Coming Soon!
Classes are filled on a first come, first serve basis for applicants that provide all required paperwork. If you are interested in a class but still working on the required paperwork or tuition funding, please still apply to get on the waitlist.
Cost to Attend
| Class | Cost |
|---|---|
| CDL Class A | $7,000 |
| 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
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 program costs $7000 and this 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.
- 2024-2025 FAFSA and TAP
- NYS Department of Labor, St. Lawrence County One Stop
Contact for Services:
Kyle White
Ph: 315-229-3378
kwhite@stlawco.gov - Access VR
Ph: 518-483-3530
Toll-free: 800-882-2803 - GI Bill
Ph: 315-386-7838 - St. Lawrence County IDA (an application will be completed through the Center for Workforce, Community & Industry Partnerships)
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. Once the negative drug test is received, this will finalize your application and the class dates, campus parking pass, and course instructions will be sent.
- Drug Test Providers
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Contact 866-647-3463 x 4 (drug testing) and an associate at Management Information Services will find the closest collection site and set up an order. You will need the DOT emulator UA test (65105N) for $65.00. Once you call Management Information Services, they will enter your request, process payment, and email a barcode that you will take to the collection site.
Please note - you will need a test code before showing up at the site listed above.
Class A Permit Tests
The following exams are required by the DMV and are to be paid by the applicant.
- Core Exam = $10
- Air Brake Test = $5
- Combination Vehicle = $5
- Permit fee at DMV = $10
Class B Permit Tests
The following exams are required by the DMV and are to be paid by the applicant.
- Core Exam = $10
- Air Brake Test = $5
- Permit fee at DMV = $10
Contact Information for more 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
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