CDL Training-Basic CDL Class Theory and Lab

Transportation

Northeast Community College is offering a CDL training course in your area! Instruction will include everything the student will need to know to pass the license exam, pre-trip inspection, practical driving test and is ELDT (Entry Level Driver Training) compliant. Sixteen hours will be spent in the classroom. Students will need to get their CLP (Commercial Learner’s Permit) either before the theory portion or just after the theory portion of the class, but at least 14 days before the lab portion of the class. You will also need to get a DOT drug screen after you have acquired your CLP and bring the results with you when you attend the lab portion of the class. The driving, vehicle inspection, and testing portion of the course will be completed in Norfolk or South Sioux City. The final drive test fee is included in the course.Financial assistance is available through the Community College GAP Assistance Program for students meeting income guidelines. Financial assistance is available from the U.S. Department of Labor Rural Nebraska Increased Access to Truck Driving CDL program. The Rural Nebraska Increased Access to Truck Driving CDL program is 100% funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through an award totaling $1,000,000. For more information, call Amy at 402-844-7245. For course details and related questions, contact Ed Lewis at 402.844.7217. Requirements: Students must be 18 years of age and have a valid Nebraska driver’s license to take this course (21 years of age if the student has a valid driver’s license from another state). Students are also cautioned that the physical requirements for a Class A Commercial Driver License (required for truck-tractor operators) must be consistent with the standards of the United States Department of Transportation. Tuition does not include cost of license, clearing house fee, DOT drug screen, and learner’s permit (no K restriction for out-of-state residence). The required drug/alcohol testing includes pre-admittance, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing. Click on Register to find more details for each offering.

Upcoming Classes

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Course Date Time Day(s) Location Instructor Cost
TRDR5140
CRN70022/7023
3/16/2026 3/27/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- South Sioux City
SSCDL 104
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70039/70040
4/1/2026 4/16/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- O'Neill
Driving lab in Norfolk
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70039/70041
4/1/2026 4/29/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- O'Neill
Driving lab in Norfolk
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70042/70043
4/2/2026 5/13/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- Norfolk
UTIL 120
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70042/70044
4/2/2026 5/22/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- Norfolk
UTIL 120
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70045/70046
5/28/2026 6/10/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- Norfolk
UTIL 120
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70045/70047
5/28/2026 6/19/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- Norfolk
UTIL 120
See Register for lab dates $1,065
TRDR5140
CRN70025/70026
6/1/2026 6/12/2026 8:00 AM 5:00 PM MTWRF-- South Sioux City
SSCDL
See Register for lab dates $1,065

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