Class B CDL Basics

DRIVE509 ETPL
This course is designed for trainees who need additional repetition and practice to achieve mastery of the necessary knowledge and skills required to obtain a Class B CDL (e.g., English Language Learners with lower levels of English proficiency, trainees who have previously struggled in a general education setting, trainees with test anxiety, etc.). This course provides students with the gift of time to allow for the practical application of the new skills and knowledge they acquire throughout the training. *This course is designed to the ELDT training and course requirements set forth by the FMCSA and WA DOT.
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Financial information

Total tuition

$3,875.00

Total required fees

$656.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Spokane Valley

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location, In-Person Variable Sites

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

3 Weeks

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

N/A

Credits

120

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Completion

Education Prerequisites

None

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Program Prerequisite Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Valid Class B Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)

  • Valid DOT medical card

  • Negative DOT drug test result

  • Complete driving record (abstract)

  • English language proficiency at Level 5 or higher

Is this program approved to train veterans?

No

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

State Skills Exam Preparation

All DRIVE509 CDL training programs include comprehensive preparation for the Washington State CDL Skills Examination, as required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL).

 

Students receive hands-on instruction and guided practice in each component of the state exam, including:

  • Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection: Identifying and explaining key vehicle parts, safety systems, and inspection procedures to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with FMCSA standards.

  • Basic Vehicle Control (Backing Skills): Practicing a variety of backing maneuvers such as straight-line, offset, and alley dock to develop precision control and spatial awareness.

  • Road Test (Street Driving): Demonstrating safe driving habits in real-world traffic environments, including turns, lane changes, intersections, and hazard response.

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Our instructors provide individualized coaching, evaluation, and repetition opportunities to ensure each student is fully prepared to meet or exceed the performance standards required to pass the state-administered CDL Skills Exam successfully.

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Top industries for graduates

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Student characteristics

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.