The Jefferson-Lewis BOCES offers high quality training for individuals seeking to obtain a CDL Class B license with manual transmission. If you are new to the commercial driver arena or have some experience and require a license, this course is for you. The training program is approved by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The courses, the location and instructors are FMCSA compliant.
On February 7, 2022, FMSCA re-defined the training requirements for driver training. The new requirements include 1) theory course, 2) behind the wheel range course and 3) behind the wheel road course. The student driver must pass each course in order to progress to the next course. After successful completion, the driver trainee can schedule a NYS DMV Road Test. The BOCES CDL Class B vehicle is available to the driver trainee for a NYS DMV Road Test.
GOVERNMENT FUNDED GRANT AND TUITION ASSISTANCE
If you are unemployed, underemployed, recently laid off, or have been out of the labor force, you may qualify for a Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant. The WIOA grant will pay for 100% of your tuition and possibly all pre-enrollment costs.
Jefferson County: Call The WorkPlace: 315-786-3651
Lewis County: Call The WorkPlace: 315-376-5800
CDL Class B Driver Training is a two-step process. Step #1 involves pre-enrollment activities. Step #2 involves enrolling in each course in sequence.
Step #1: Pre-Enrollment
Except for the Commercial Learner’s Permit, all steps can be arranged via the Transportation Office, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, by calling 315-779-7000.
NYS DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
NYS DOT Drug Screen
FMCSA Clearinghouse Enrollment
NYS DMV Commercial Learner’s Permit with Air Brake endorsement
Step #2: Enrollment
All courses can be arranged via the Transportation Office, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, by calling 315-779-7000.
Theory Course
Behind the Wheel Range Course
Behind the Wheel Public Road Course
BOCES Vehicle for DMV Road Test (optional)
Let’s Start!
Go to the The WorkPlace and seek funding
Complete the application form as a fillable PDF, here
Print & Sign & Return application
Email/Mail or In-person delivery of the signed application with a copy of a current valid US State Driver License and Commercial Learner’s Permit w/Air Brake endorsement
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In Person | Administrative Building BOCES Campus Map, here |
FEE SCHEDULE & COURSE TUITION
Step #1: Pre-Enrollment Fees – Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, except #4
$130 – NYS DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
$90 – NYS DOT Drug Screen
$1.25 – FMCSA Clearinghouse Enrollment
NYS DMV Commercial Learner’s Permit with Air Brake endorsement
Note: If WIOA funding is not obtained, all fees are payable to the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES via check, cash or money order. The Commercial Learner’s Permit is approximately $50, payable to the NYS DMV.
Step #2: Enrollment
Theory Course: $275 use of personal computer for access, $150 additional if use of a computer at BOCES for access
Behind the Wheel Range Course: $1,875
Behind the Wheel Public Road Course: $1,775
BOCES Vehicle for DMV Road Test (optional): $455
ADDITIONAL COURSE OPTIONS
BOCES Vehicle Use for a NYS DMV Road Test: $455
Retake of Behind the Wheel Range Course: $1,495
Retake of Behind the Wheel Public Road Course: $895
Refresher Course-Hourly Rate: $175
Note: Referral to a refresher course is based on the proficiency of the driver trainee.