Commercial Driver License Classes
Professional commercial driver training in California — from your first Class A or Class B CDL to specialized school pupil activity bus, air brake, and passenger training.
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| Program | Vehicles | Good for | Career examples | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A CDL | Tractor-trailers, combination vehicles | New drivers seeking a first commercial driver's license | Commercial truck driver, Regional and local delivery driver, Freight and logistics operator | Details |
| Class B CDL | Buses, box trucks, dump trucks, straight trucks | Aspiring bus drivers (charter, shuttle, transit, school activity) | Charter or shuttle bus driver, Delivery and commercial vehicle operator, Passenger transportation professional | Details |
| SPAB Training | School pupil activity buses | Charter and motorcoach drivers who transport students | School pupil activity bus driver, Charter bus driver, Passenger transportation professional | Details |
| Air Brakes | Air brake–equipped trucks and buses | CDL applicants who will test in air brake–equipped vehicles | Commercial truck driver, Motorcoach operator, Charter bus driver | Details |
| Passenger (P) Endorsement | Buses, motorcoaches, shuttles (16+ passengers incl. driver) | Drivers who want to operate charter buses, motorcoaches, or shuttles | Charter bus driver, Motorcoach operator, Airport or corporate shuttle driver | Details |
Tractor-trailers, combination vehiclesTractor-trailers and combination vehicles
Prepare to operate qualifying tractor-trailers and other Class A combination vehicles, with focused instruction in vehicle inspections, safety, basic vehicle control, backing maneuvers, and on-road driving skills.
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Buses, box trucks, dump trucks, straight trucksBuses, straight trucks, and single vehicles
Training for qualifying commercial buses, straight trucks, and other Class B vehicles, with an emphasis on safety, vehicle control, inspections, and professional driving skills.
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School pupil activity busesSafely transporting students on activity trips
Specialized training for drivers seeking to transport students on school-related activity trips. Learn California SPAB certification requirements, student transportation responsibilities, safety procedures, and applicable CHP requirements.
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Air brake–equipped trucks and busesSystem fundamentals, inspection, and operation
Learn air brake system fundamentals, inspections, operation, and safety procedures, and prepare for the applicable DMV knowledge and skills testing requirements so you can avoid an air brake restriction on your CDL.
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Buses, motorcoaches, shuttles (16+ passengers incl. driver)Buses, motorcoaches, and shuttles
Prepare qualified commercial drivers for the passenger endorsement process, including passenger safety, loading and unloading, vehicle inspections, emergency procedures, and passenger transportation regulations.
Program detailsClass schedules, start dates, and training hours are being finalized. Submit an enrollment inquiry and our team will share current availability for your program.
Enrollment, eligibility, instruction, testing, and licensing outcomes are subject to applicable California DMV, CHP, and federal FMCSA requirements, including Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rules. Completing training does not guarantee licensure, certification, or employment.
Talk with our team about the training program that fits your goals.