Adult Education

The Jefferson-Lewis BOCES offers high quality training for individuals seeking to obtain a CDL Class B license with manual or automatic 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 and public road 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.

Course Outline & Tuition Costs

• Theory Course-$275.00

  • Students must earn a score of at least 80% on each module assessment. If a student does not achieve 80% the first time they take the assessment, they can retake the assessment.

  • Students will need access to a computer to complete the theory component. Arrangements can be made if a student does not have their own computer access. An additional $150 will apply if a student requires computer access through BOCES.

• Behind the Wheel Range & Road Course-up to 30 hours of Training-$4,650

  • Training includes pre-trip, shifting, maneuverability, evaluation of skills, road driving, and road test preparation.

  • The fee includes one (1) New York State Department of Motor Vehicle Road test.

• Equipment

  • 2016 Class B Manual Box Truck

  • 2019 Class B Automatic Box Truck

Refund Policy

If withdrawal occurs:

• 1st or 2nd week, then 75% of tuition is refunded.

• 3rd week or later, then there is no refund.

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.

1. NYS DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate

2. NYS DOT Drug Screen

3. FMCSA Clearinghouse Enrollment

4. NYS DMV Commercial Learner’s Permit with Air Brake endorsement

5. Any positive drug test is reviewed by a Medical Review Officer – Additional Fee will apply if applicable.

Step #2: Enrollment

All courses can be arranged via the Transportation Office, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, by calling 315-779-7000.

• Theory Course: Online, self-paced curriculum

• Behind the Wheel Range & Road Course-up to 30 hours of Training

• Includes one New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Road Test

Let’s Start!

1. Go to the The WorkPlace and seek funding

2. Complete the application form as a fillable PDF, here

3. Print & Sign & Return application

4. 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

Step #1: Pre-Enrollment Fees – Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, except #4

1. $130 – NYS DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate

2. $93 – NYS DOT Drug Screen

3. $1.25 – FMCSA Clearinghouse Enrollment

4. NYS DMV Commercial Learner’s Permit with Air Brake endorsement

5. If a drug test is positive, a $125.00 fee will be charged to cover the review by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

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

1. Theory Course: Online, self-paced curriculum. $275 if accessed using a personal computer; an additional $150 fee applies if a BOCES computer is used for access.

2. Up to 30 hours hours, Behind the Wheel Range and Road Course: $4,650

3. Fee Includes One New York State Department of Motor Vehicle Road Test.

• Additional behind the wheel range and road hours may be required at an hourly rate of $175 if a driver trainee’s proficiency is determined to be insufficient by the instructor.

• $40 fee will apply for each additional road test.

Note: Referral to a refresher course is based on the proficiency of the driver trainee.