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To enroll in the Class B Commercial Driver License training program at 3C's Training, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Minimum Age:

  • 18 years old for intrastate driving

  • 21 years old for interstate commerce or passenger endorsement use

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License

• Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate (Medical Card)

  • Must meet all federal physical qualification standards

• Washington State Driver’s Abstract (Driving Record)

  • Should reflect a safe driving history with no major violations, suspensions, or DUI convictions within the last 3 years

• Proof of Legal Presence in the United States

  • Such as a valid Social Security Number or acceptable immigration documentation

• Completed 3C’s School Application and Enrollment Agreement

• Pass a Pre-Enrollment DOT Drug Test

  • Negative test result required before operating a commercial vehicle

• English Language Proficiency

  • Must be able to read and comprehend traffic signs and standard instructions

  • Minimum of 5th-grade reading level required for safety and regulatory compliance

All documentation must be submitted, and requirements met prior to the first day of class to be eligible to begin the training program.

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Certification/license test preparation provided

This program includes comprehensive test preparation for all required Washington State Class B CDL exams, including:

• CDL General Knowledge (Written)

• Air Brakes Knowledge (Written) (if applicable)

• Passenger Endorsement (Written) (if part of the student’s training path)

• School Bus Endorsement (Written) (if included in the curriculum)

In addition to classroom-based instruction and textbook assignments, the program provides:

• Vehicle Inspection Pre-Trip Instruction – covering the full pre-trip inspection required for the Class B vehicle exam

• Basic Controls Range Practice – backing, turns, stops, and other required maneuvers

• Public Road Driving Experience – including real-world route training and preparation for the Class B road test

All instruction is aligned with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements and prepares students for both knowledge and skills exams administered by the Washington Department of Licensing (DOL).

Students will complete the program fully prepared to test for their Class B CDL license with any endorsements selected at the time of enrollment.