2 wEEK rEFRESHER 80 hours $2,550 Drug screen: $10.00 Physical: $65.00 Housing: $250.00
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We will recommend one of these three options:
The total cost is about $1000 to $8000 for a CDL, depending on the type of license (Class A, B, and C) and endorsements you want, and the school you attend. You need to contact your local DMV for an exact cost breakdown.
Typical Costs. The training program CDL costs $1,000-$7,000 and can last for 4-6 weeks. Prime Inc. in Springfield, MO, for example, provides a commercial truck driver training program for $3,500 that lasts 4 weeks.
The price to obtain your commercial driver’s license (CDL) will vary by state. But on average, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $8,000 for a truck driver training course that will prepare you to pass your CDL test. The price will vary depending on the type of license and endorsements you want as well as the school you attend.
For scheduling and information about the cost of our CDL Refresher Training, contact us at: (800) 488-7364.
Experienced truck drivers, who have left the field and are now returning to it, may want to take advantage of this course. They may need to refresh their skills or knowledge before they apply for a job with a trucking firm or before they re-take the test to renew their CDL license.
Courses range from a few hours of review to a full 40 hours of training.
In-House Courses. When you first got your CDL, you may have completed your training with a school or through a truck driving company. Regardless of what you did then, you should definitely consider going with an in-house program now.
Programs last between one and five weeks.
If you don’t use your CDL for a period of time, it’s easy to forget skills and laws that dictate your time on the road. Unfortunately, going too long without a truck driving job may make companies hesitant to hire you. A CDL refresher course is the solution.
FFE Transportation is another well-known option among trucking companies with refresher courses. The course lasts 14 days, but you do have to meet specific requirements to take it. You need a clean driving record for at least the past three years and a current commercial driver’s license.
With a refresher program at a trucking company, you generally don’t have to pay anything as long as you work with the company for a set period of time after graduation.
How Much Does A CDL License Cost? Depending on your state, a CDL Class A license is approximately $5-$200 , including the cost of the commercial learner’s permit (CLP); find the exact amount in the table below. You will apply and pay for your permit when you start CDL school, and pay the CDL-A fee after you’ve passed your tests.
However, many states allow you to upgrade your current operator’s license to a Class A for as low as $5. You’ll still be responsible for the CLP fee as well as the skills test, if applicable—some states roll either cost into the license/permit. Separately, skills tests cost around $10-$30.
Separately, skills tests cost around $10-$30. There are no states that include endorsement fees in the price of the license. If you plan on adding any endorsements to your license, note that they typically cost $3-$11 apiece. State. CDL-A fee.
I havn't driven in 15yrs. but had 7yrs flatbed prior, was told ins. carriers wouldn't take me without 160 hrs. so off to Roehl Transport I go. Starting in a few weeks.
I don't know about in your area but where I'm located Averitt runs ads saying refresher courses are available . You should really stay away from the large carriers . It's worth the search to find a smaller company that is less restrictive.
My husband has his CDL but has not driven for over a year...2 months driving before that...and no driving for approximately 2 years prior to that. He has just a little over 2 years experience, but if you look at how much in the last 5 years the answer would be 16 months.
Yea, the issue with refreshers is that their is not Government given number or even a guide. It is all based on Insurance company's and carrier requirements. Actually, there is no government rule on anything regarding truck driver training. None at all. No hours needed, no behind the wheel, nothing. But no carrier will take you with nothing lol.
I just went through this a year ago. Your best bet is to call the companies you're interested in and ask. I was told everything from 15hours to 160 (yeah no). I ultimately did a 40 hour course and hired on with Prime.
I last "drove" in 1997. I started to try and get back into a truck in February this year. I met the same "story". Need a refresher course. $4-5000. ########.
You need to stay away from the megacarriers. They are not "most companies". There are many companies that don'e require unneeded excessive hours with a trainer .