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:
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October 16, 2023 (Day)
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November 13, 2023 (Day)
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January 3, 2024 (Evening)
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February 12, 2024Â (Day)
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March 11, 2024 (Day)
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April 15, 2024 (Evening)
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May 20, 2024 (Day)
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June 24, 2024 (Day)
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.Â
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 19533Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
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.
Job ID 368