CDL Classes in Elizabethtown, Kentucky
CDL Driver Training has a long tradition of helping students in the Elizabethtown area launch rewarding careers behind the wheel through hands-on CDL training. From our Elizabethtown campus, we train students from across the Greater Fort Knox region, including Radcliff, Fort Knox, Vine Grove, Hodgenville, Shepherdsville, Bardstown, Glendale and surrounding communities. In as little as 3–4 weeks, you can go from no experience to a licensed, job-ready Class A driver, with affordable tuition options and free job placement assistance to help you take the next step into your new career.
- Comprehensive Entry Level Driver Training program — earn your CDL in just 3–4 weeks.
- 75% of students get tuition assistance — depending on the program you qualify for, that can mean starting for $0 out of pocket (grants, VA benefits) or as little as $349 with financing.
- Proudly accepts VA education benefits
- Up to 100% tuition reimbursement from employers
- Free job placement assistance with top carriers like Schneider, TMC, Stevens, and Covenant
- Instructors with real-world Class A driving experience
- Start a career earning $76,000–$95,000/year*
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210 Steel Dr
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:00am - 5:30pm
How to pay for CDL training in Elizabethtown, Ky?
Whether you’re paying out of pocket, seeking financial assistance, or eligible for sponsored training programs, we’ll help you find the enrollment option that fits your needs. Approximately 75% of students receive some form of tuition assistance.
Ways to Pay for CDL Training in Elizabethtown, KY
We help students find the funding option that fits their situation. Options available to Elizabethtown, KY students include:
- Pay upfront and take advantage of our lowest tuition cost.
- Flexible financing options with low upfront costs. Get started for $349 for qualified applicants.
- Tuition reimbursement from employers. Our partner carriers will reimburse up to 100% of tuition costs.
- Workforce funding (WIOA Grants) qualified applicants can get all of their tuition covered. Including grants through Kentucky Career Center
- Company sponsored training programs.
CDL Requirements in Kentucky
Once you’ve completed your CDL training at CDL Training Service & Consulting, Inc., you’ll be well prepared and excited to start your new career with a premium carrier. Now what? When you’re ready to apply for your CDL license in Paducah, KY, you’ll need to meet the following requirements to be certified in Kentucky as a commercial truck driver.
- Complete Entry Level Driver Training.
- Have a Commercial Driving License Permit (CDL permit) for a minimum of 14 days prior (No permit is required to enroll. We will help you get your CDL permit as part of the training.)
- Pass the written knowledge test.
- Submit a review of your driving record.
- Present valid Medical Examiner’s certificate.
- Provide 1 document proving legal residency in the U.S.
- Be at least 18 years old (21 to cross state lines).
- Have a valid Kentucky driver’s license of any class.
- Pass the 3 required skills tests.
- Read, write and speak English.
Does CDL Driver Training in Elizabethtown, KY Accept Veteran's Education Benefits
Yes, CDL Driver Training in Elizabethtown, KY accepts Veteran’s education benefits including the G.I. Bill®.* Learn more about using your veteran education benefits to become at truck driver.
Does CDL Truck Driver Training in Elizabethtown, KY offer free job placement?
Earning your CDL is only the first step CDL Truck Driver Training and the Driver Resource Center network go further, with a dedicated Career Services team that helps every Elizabethtown graduate turn their CDL into a career.
- It’s free. Job placement assistance is completely free to students and graduates of CDL Truck Driver Training Elizabethtown, KY
- It starts during the application process. Our Career Services team learns your goals like home time, preferred routes, states you want to run and will help match you will carriers that meet your requirements.
- Most students receive multiple job offers before they even graduate.
- Carrier partners include: Covenant, Schneider, TMC, Stevens Transport, and many more national and local carriers who actively recruit our graduates
What do I need to bring on my first day of CDL school?
Bring a valid driver’s license, Social Security card, proof of residency, and your DOT medical card if you already have one. Wear closed-toe, non-slip shoes and clothing you can move in, since most training happens outdoors. Requirements vary by school, so confirm the exact list with yours before day one.
Check out our guide that covers the complete list in more detail, including clothing and day-to-day items: What to Bring to CDL School.
*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government. Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. https://www.benefits.va.gov/GIBILL/Trademark_Terms_of_Use.asp **Pay information based on ATA Compensation Study. ***Driver demand based on ATA report Report.