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FAQ



What Delaware truck driving schools do you pair me with?

We will match you with the truck driving schools that best fit your wants and needs indicated on your application. You may want to attend certain training schools for a variety of reasons, including distance and cost. We will work with you until we help you find the right one.


How long does training typically last?

Every Delaware truck driving school is different, but most last between four and six weeks, meaning you will be ready to take the Delaware CDL exam in less than two months!


What types of things do Delaware truck driving schools teach students?

Training is typically divided into two parts: classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training. Actual driving is essential in truck driving training, so make sure you attend a school that gives you adequate time behind-the-wheel. You will learn about several different aspects of truck driving, including:


  • -How to handle commercial trucks in various weather conditions

  • -Safe driving

  • -Driving skills

  • -How to secure, stow, and protect cargo

  • -How to couple/attach trailers properly

  • -How to conduct a pre-trip inspection

  • -Transporting hazardous materials.

  • -Federal and state truck driving laws and regulations


What documents am I required to bring when I test for a Delaware CDL?

You must furnish at least one primary document and at least one secondary document (you can use a primary document as a secondary document). Primary documents include a valid Delaware driver's license or a birth certificate. Secondary documents may include an expired driver's license, an employer ID card, marriage certificate, or current medical records from your physician or a hospital.


How much does the Delaware CDL exam cost?

Once you pass the written test, you are required to pay the $30 fee to receive your Delaware CDL learner's permit.


How long is the CDL learner's permit valid?

Once you pass the written test, pay the fee, and receive the learner's permit, it is valid for 6 months. After that time, you will be eligible to take the road test and receive the official Delaware CDL. The learner's permit can be extended another six months for a $2 fee, if you feel you need more time to prepare for the CDL driving test.


Is attending Delaware truck driving school a mandatory requirement in order to get a CDL in the state?

Formal training is not required; however, most professional truck drivers in Delaware have attended a truck driving school or training facility to get valuable training and practice. You can never be too prepared to become a truck driver!