CDL Training in Washington | Class A Upgrade & Behind-the-Wheel

Course Description

Our Class B to Class A CDL Upgrade Course is designed to provide students with the additional skills and education needed to advance to a Class A Commercial Driver License. This course meets the Entry-Level Driver Training Requirements outlined in Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Training Breakdown:
– Classroom Training: *Not required.
– Behind-the-Wheel Training: Flexible scheduling at either our Burlington or Ferndale, WA locations.

Course Requirements:
– Class A CDL: Necessary for operating vehicles with trailers over 10,001 lbs and a combined vehicle weight of 26,001+ lbs, including truck/trailer combos, tractor-trailers, and tankers.

Educational Components:
– Street Driving: 18 hours of behind-the-wheel street driving.
– Backing Maneuvers: 16 hours of backing maneuver training.
– Proficiency Training: 16 hours to develop driving skills.
– Observation: 30 hours of observing experienced drivers.
– Total Training Time: 80 hours, as per WAC 308-100-033 regulations.

Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, students must pass a final skills test conducted by a State Examiner or an Authorized Third Party Examiner. After passing the skills test, students can apply for their Class A Commercial Driver License at a Washington State Department of Licensing Office to add the Class A endorsement to their current Class B Commercial Driver License.

Locations:
– Burlington, WA (Theory and Behind-the-Wheel)
– Ferndale, WA (Behind-the-Wheel)