The Essentials of a Commercial Learner's Permit Explained
A Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) is a permit from your state of residence that allows you to practice your driving skills in a commercial vehicle. Obtaining a CLP is one of the first things you need to do before beginning training behind the wheel for the skills test.
Must be at least 18 years old. Must hold a non-commercial driver's license. To obtain a Class A or B commercial permit, you need a class driver's license without authorization status. Present proof of citizenship or lawful residency, birth certificate, valid passport, and right to work documents approved by homeland security credentials, including a green card. Communicate efficiently in English.
CLP must be acquired before beginning at a Trucking School.
Need a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)?
If applying for a Commercial Drivers License, the first step would be to acquire a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) at your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles).
To acquire the permit, a few tests are required at the DMV.
We do not provide any testing for knowledge tests or CLP's.
Knowledge tests to be taken:
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General Knowledge
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Combination Vehicles
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Air Brakes Test (if applicable, most Class A vehicles are equipped with Air Brakes but not all)
