Commercial Driver's License Training

CDL training at Berks Career and Technology Center offers a professional tractor-trailer driver training program that prepares students seeking careers in the motor carrier field to obtain their Commercial Driver’s License. The comprehensive program includes:

  • Applied safety regulations & procedures
  • Driver skill development
  • Pre Trip inspection
  • Basic equipment maintenance
  • Proper loading techniques
  • Intra- & inter-state regulations

The 160-hour Class A course includes 114 hours of theory and 44 hours of  range and road behind-the-wheel training. The PennDOT skills test is 2 hours.

BCTC offers Class A training in either manual or automatic tractors.

HAZMAT TRAINING AVAILABLE – Call for DATES

 

Click HERE for CDL Enrollment Agreement

Click HERE for CDL Fact Sheet

Have questions? Contact us HERE or call 610-743-7641 for information

Now enrolling for the following classes:

  • October 16, 2023 (Day)

  • November 13, 2023 (Day)

  • January 3, 2024 (Evening)

  • February 12, 2024  (Day)

  • March 11, 2024 (Day)

  • April 15, 2024 (Evening)

  • May 20, 2024 (Day)

  • June 24, 2024 (Day)

CDL Training

Why Choose BCTC?

We believe a well-rounded training program includes classroom theory, independent study, and one-on-one driving instruction supplemented with the opportunity for observation and shared learning experiences. 

 

Q&A Information Sessions           6pm-8pm

Tuesday, October  3rd

Tuesday, November  7th

Tuesday, December 5th

 

Where To Find BCTC's CDL Training Center

We are conveniently located at BCTC’s West Campus at:
1057 County Welfare Road
Leesport, PA 19533                                                                                     

The CDL Training Center is located behind the main campus building and to the right of our new Welding Training Center.

WE’RE HIRING!

Berks Career & Technology Center is seeking motivated CDL Instructors to support our Continuing Education program training CDL students. This is a part-time position, with flexible scheduling to accommodate your current schedule.

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity, or to apply on-line, visit our EMPLOYMENT PORTAL.
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