Class B CDL Training in Washington | Top CDL School 2025

Course Description

Our Class B CDL Training Course is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the transportation industry. This course meets the Entry-Level Driver Training Requirements outlined in Part 380 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Training Breakdown:
– Classroom Training: 40 hours at our Burlington, WA location.
– Behind-the-Wheel Training: Flexible scheduling at either our Burlington or Ferndale, WA locations.

Course Requirements:
– Class B CDL: Necessary for operating single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001+ lbs or more, and vehicles towing another vehicle not in excess of 10,000 lbs GVWR.

Educational Components:
– Classroom Instruction: 40 hours, including a 30-minute session on Truckers Against Trafficking.
– Street Driving: 14 hours of behind-the-wheel street driving.
– Backing Maneuvers: 8 hours of backing maneuver training.
– Proficiency Training: 8 hours to develop driving skills.
– Observation: 10 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 B Commercial Driver License at a Washington State Department of Licensing Office.

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