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Commercial Driving License

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Train for Your Class A CDL in Just 4 Weeks

Earn your Class A commercial driver’s license and step into one of Maine’s most in-demand careers. In partnership with Ancora Training, EMCC’s 160-hour CDL program gives you hands-on experience operating tractor-trailers, on the road and at pick-up & delivery points, and prepares you to pass the commercial driver’s license exam. The program is an Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) course that meets all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards.

Free training. Limited grant-funded seats.

A limited number of seats in upcoming cohorts are grant-funded, so eligible students can complete the program at no cost. These free seats are first-come and available only while funding lasts. Because the permit process takes about a month before class begins, it pays to apply early.

Program at a Glance

  • Length: 160 hours / 4 weeks
  • Format: Daytime, Monday–Friday; additional evening and weekend options offered based on demand
  • Credential: Class A CDL – ELDT, FMCSA-compliant
  • Delivered in partnership with: Ancora Training

Schedule

Training is offered in a 4-week, daytime format running Monday through Friday. Additional evening and weekend cohorts may be offered based on demand. Contact us for the next available start dates.

Who Can Apply

  • 18 years of age by the start of the course
  • Maine resident
  • Current & valid driver’s license
  • Copy of high school transcript or equivalent completion certificate

Accepted applicants must be able to pass a Maine DOT physical, drug screen, and background check. Already hold a current, valid CDL permit? You may be fast-tracked through the admissions process.

Apply Now

Ready to get started? Complete the form below to register, or email emccworkforce@mainecc.edu with any questions.

Paying for the Program

If you don’t qualify for a grant-funded seat, these programs can help cover tuition — and in some cases laptops, internet, transportation, and other needs: