Find Your Perfect CDL Training Program
From beginner to professional driver in weeks, not months. Class Eight offers comprehensive CDL training programs designed for every career goal and experience level.Browse By CDL Program
Your Success is Our Mission
Class Eight CDL Training was founded on a simple principle: every motivated individual deserves the opportunity to build a stable, well-paying career in professional trucking. Located in the heart of California’s logistics corridor, we’ve trained over 2,000 professional drivers who are now building better futures for themselves and their families.
Class A CDL Training
Duration: 3-4 weeks (160 hours) | Investment: $3,500
Perfect For: Those seeking maximum career opportunities and earning potential
What You’ll Drive: Tractor-trailers, big rigs, combination vehicles over 26,000 lbs
Career Opportunities:
Over-the-road (OTR) trucking: $65,000-$85,000+
Regional driving: $60,000-$75,000
Specialized transport: $70,000-$95,000+
Owner-operator opportunities: $120,000-$200,000+
Key Training Focus:
Complete tractor-trailer operation
Interstate and highway driving
Advanced backing maneuvers
Safety and compliance standards
Professional driving techniques
Class B CDL Training
Duration: 2-3 weeks (120 hours) | Investment: $3,500
Perfect For: Those wanting stable local work with home-every-night schedules
What You’ll Drive: Straight trucks, delivery vehicles, buses, vehicles over 26,000 lbs
Career Opportunities:
Package delivery (UPS, FedEx): $55,000-$68,000
Food & beverage distribution: $50,000-$65,000
Utility and government work: $55,000-$75,000+
Passenger transport: $40,000-$58,000
Key Training Focus:
Straight truck operation
Local route navigation
Customer service skills
Urban driving techniques
Loading and delivery procedures
Commercial A: Hotshot
Duration: 2-3 weeks (100 hours) | Investment: $2,700
Perfect For: Entrepreneurs wanting to start their own equipment transport business
What You’ll Drive: Heavy pickup trucks with equipment trailers exceeding 10,000 lbs
Career Opportunities:
Independent owner-operator: $70,000-$120,000+
Construction equipment delivery: $200-$500 per load
Agricultural machinery transport: $150-$400 per delivery
Emergency equipment response: $300-$600 per call
Key Training Focus:
Heavy pickup truck operation
Equipment loading and securement
Trailer coupling and handling
Business development basics
Customer delivery protocols
Class B to Class A Upgrade
Duration: 2-3 weeks (80 hours) | Investment: $3,000
Perfect For: Current Class B drivers ready to advance their careers
Prerequisites: Valid Class B CDL with 6+ months experience
Benefits of Upgrading:
$15,000-$25,000+ annual salary increase
Access to all commercial driving opportunities
Specialized transport options
Management and training career paths
Key Training Focus:
Tractor-trailer specific skills
Combination vehicle operation
Advanced maneuvering techniques
Highway and interstate driving
Career advancement planning
Program Comparison Chart
|
Program |
Duration |
Investment |
Best For |
Avg. Starting Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Class A CDL |
3-4 Weeks |
$3,500 |
Maximum opportunities |
$65,000-$85,000+ |
|
Class B CDL |
2-3 Weeks |
$3,500 |
Local, home daily |
$50,000-$65,000 |
|
Hotshot |
2-3 Weeks |
$2,700 |
Entrepreneurs |
$70,000-$120,000+ |
|
B to A Upgrade |
2-3 Weeks |
$3,000 |
Career advancement |
+$15,000-$25,000 |
Why Choose Class Eight for Class A CDL Training
Experienced Instructors
All instructors have 15+ years of professional driving experience and are certified by the Professional Truck Driver Institute (PTDI).
Hands On Training
You’ll spend over 15 hours behind the wheel of real commercial vehicles, practicing everything from complex backing maneuvers to highway driving with one-on-one instructor coaching until you master every skill with complete confidence.
Your Questions Answered
We understand that choosing the right CDL training program is a big decision that affects your career and future earning potential. Below are answers to the most common questions we receive from prospective students. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, our enrollment specialists are available to provide personalized guidance and help you choose the program that best fits your goals and circumstances.