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COMMERCIAL VEHICLE DRIVING

Prepare for the open road—or a local route. Whether long haul or around town, truck drivers are in demand. Get ready for your CDL exam in as little as 4 weeks.

For More Information Call 772-336-6256

THE RIVER’S COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PROGRAM IS…

  • A fast-track to your new career—complete your CDL Class A training in as little as 4 weeks or your CDL Class B training in as little as 1 week.
  • A flexible timeline, with new classes starting each month.
  • Hands-on learning—after classroom training and observation, you’ll get behind the wheel.
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A Trusted FMCSA Training Provider

Indian River State College is an approved training provider listed in FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry.  We strictly adhere to all Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) mandates, but our commitment to safety goes far beyond minimum compliance. In addition to the mandatory theory and skills required by ELDT, we provide extensive hands-on instruction in critical mechanics, ensuring our students master complex skills like sliding the fifth wheel, adjusting trailer tandems, and proper coupling procedures. Our curriculum is designed to make graduates job-ready for the demands of the road, rather than simply teaching how to pass a state exam. We take pride in producing graduates who are recognized by employers across the U.S. as the best new drivers the industry has to offer.

A Trusted FMCSA Training Provider

Indian River State College is an approved training provider listed in FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry.  We strictly adhere to all Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) mandates, but our commitment to safety goes far beyond minimum compliance. In addition to the mandatory theory and skills required by ELDT, we provide extensive hands-on instruction in critical mechanics, ensuring our students master complex skills like sliding the fifth wheel, adjusting trailer tandems, and proper coupling procedures. Our curriculum is designed to make graduates job-ready for the demands of the road, rather than simply teaching how to pass a state exam. We take pride in producing graduates who are recognized by employers across the U.S. as the best new drivers the industry has to offer.

AVAILABLE PROGRAM

Commercial Vehicle Driving

Career and Technical Education Programs

Ready to get behind the wheel of your future? Indian River State College offers hands-on, career-focused Commercial Driver License (CDL) training to get you road-ready fast.

Program Cost and Format

  • Tuition for CDL Class A: $7,500
  • Tuition for CDL Class B: $2,500
  • Tuition for CDL Class B with School Bus/Passenger Endorsement: $3,300.00
  • Schedule Options:
    • Daytime: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
    • Evening: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM–10:00 PM

Course Breakdown for Class A

40 hours of in-person classroom training

120 hours of behind-the-wheel training

Course Breakdown for Class B

  • 12 hours of online classroom training
  • 28 hours of behind-the-wheel training (in-person)

How to Fund Your Training

Financing your CDL training may be easier than you think:

  • Apply for a Sallie Mae loan
  • If denied, check eligibility for WIOA Grant funding via Career Source. Please note: Career Source requires an acceptance letter from The River’s CDL Program before approving funding. Acceptance letters are only issued once your student application is received.
  • Additional funding may be available if you qualify.

How to Get Started

  1. Prepare for your permit test using the free CDL Prep App
    • Download the app by Jeffrey Diaz
    • Complete General Knowledge and Air Brakes modules
    • Practice until scoring 90–100% before scheduling your DMV permit test
  2. Obtain Required Documents:
    • DOT Medical Card: $80 (with proof of enrollment)
      • Providers: OCC Medical in Fort Pierce or Dr. Okman in Port St. Lucie
    • Florida CDL Permit: $6.25 at DMV
    • 3-Year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR): $8 (available online)
    * Be sure to bring your DOT medical card when you visit the DMV for your permit.
  3. Complete the Student Application

Additional Training: School Bus & Passenger Vehicle

Interested in expanding your CDL skills?

Indian River State College also offers School Bus and Passenger Vehicle CDL Training for those who already hold a CDL license:

  • Program Cost: $800
  • Format: 4 days of training, with testing the following week
  • Curriculum: Aligned with 49 CFR part 380.503

Submit completed application to Jimmy Kern and register at rivercontinuinged.gosignmeup.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

At Indian River State College, our students who study Commercial Vehicle Driving can go into these careers:

QUESTIONS ABOUT HOW TO EARN YOUR CDL IN FLORIDA?

Learn more about our program and how The River can prepare you for a successful truck-driving career. Reach out for info or speak to an admissions counselor.

Jimmy Kern
jkern@irsc.edu
772-336-6256

500 NW California Blvd
(Building E Room 214)
Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986