How to Get a Florida Class A CDL

Your guide to getting a Florida Class A CDL!

4 Steps to Get a Florida Commercial Driver's License

1. Review Florida CDL Requirements

Before you begin the process of getting a Florida commercial driver's license, the best thing to do is review the state CDL requirements. Some of these requirements include a minimum age requirement and CDL physical requirements.  By reviewing this information ahead of time, you will be prepared to move onto the next steps without any unexpected surprises.

2. Get Your Florida CDL Permit

Just like getting a regular driver's license in the state of Florida, a permit is required to move forward with the steps of obtaining a Florida Class A CDL.  You can get a Class A CDL permit by passing a series of written exams as well as a vision test.  You can review the requirements to obtaining a Florida Class A CDL permit here.

3. Add CDL Endorsements

If you wish to add an endorsement to your Florida CDL, you will need to pass written CDL endorsement tests.  Be sure to research your endorsements beforehand as some, such as the Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement, may also require a background check before they can be added to your CDL license in Florida. Consult the CDL endorsements section of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' website for more information.

4. Take Florida CDL Skills Test

In Florida, a CDL driving test must be passed in which the driver completes a 2 part exam that includes a knowledge and skills test. Once the skills test has been passed, a driver can be issued an actual CDL license from the State of Florida. A person can take both tests at either a Florida Department of Driver Services or approved 3rd party testing site. To view more information on current CMV testing locations in Florida, click here. For more information on 3rd party testing sites, click here.

Go To CDL Training School In Florida

Going to CDL school in Florida is a great way to go about getting a Commercial Driver's License.  By getting training from a CDL school in Florida, you will learn the classroom information needed to pass the written exam and get the hands-on training required to master the pre-trip inspection and the CDL skills test.  For most people, this makes the process of getting a Florida CDL much easier and greatly improves their chance of success.

Driver Solutions is proud to offer a company sponsored CDL training program which not only helps new drivers get a Florida Class A CDL license, but also provides job placement assistance with PAM Transport to find Florida truck driver jobs.  This means the driver can learn the skills needed to get a CDL without the burden of school tuition costs AND has a Florida driving job opportunity available upon completing trucker training! 

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We can find a Florida truck driving school offering company sponsored training so you can get a Florida Class A CDL.  Take a few moments to apply online today and you'll be able to schedule a time to speak with a Driver Solutions’ representative about the truck driver job opportunities and CDL training schools in Florida!

CDL Training School Locations

Driver Solutions works with CDL training schools located in the hiring areas we serve throughout the United States, including Florida.  We are continuing to form new partnerships and our representatives will always work to find the best location near you.  Currently, we're able to help new drivers find truck driving schools to get a Class A CDL in and around the following states:

• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Florida
• Georgia
• Indiana
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Michigan
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• North Carolina
• New York
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Virginia
• Washington D.C.
• Wisconsin
• West Virginia

4 Tips For CDL Test Success

In order to pass your CDL test, you must really want it and be willing to put in the work. Being prepared and confident in yourself are some of the most important factors when it comes to passing that CDL exam ON THE FIRST try with FLYING COLORS. Matt from Bonafide Trucking did a video series with us on the 4 different steps to help you do just that.

Step 1: CDL Test Prep 

Step 2: How To Know The Answers 

Step 3: How To Not Fail The Exam 

Step 4: Passing Your Road Test And Pre-Trip Inspection 

If you're ready to take the leap, when you sign on with Driver Solutions we can partner you with some of the top trucking companies in the industry, including, PAM Transport. Through PAM Transport you will go through the company-sponsored CDL training program and then fulfill your commitment with PAM to have a year of experience under your belt and a lifetime of opportunities! Learn more about PAM Transport as a company by clicking here!