Frequently Asked Questions

If you cannot find the answer to your questions on this page or on this site don't hesitate to call us or stop by one of our offices. Our knowledgeable staff will be more than happy to answer any and all of your questions.

Commercial Driver License (CDL):

• What are the minimum requirements for enrolling in a CDL training program?
• What are the minimum requirements to apply for a passenger endorsement?
• Do I need a CDL permit to enroll?
• Do you provide financial aid?
• Is your school an eligible training provider for Workforce Investment Act (WIA) participants?
• How much do your CDL training programs cost?
• When do your CDL training programs begin?
• Do I have to complete a full CDL training program?
• What is the ratio of students to instructor during driving lessons?
• If I am applying for a CDL class B, should I also apply for the passenger endorsement?
• What type of job placement assistance do you offer?
• I just moved to NJ from another state, how do I transfer my CDL?

Basic Driver License:

• What are the minimum requirements to begin the process of obtaining my license?
• I passed the written exam at my high school, do I have to take it again?
• Do I need a permit before I enroll at your school?
• How many hours of driving lessons do I have to take?
• Can I get an earlier automobile road test appointment through your school?
• I just moved to NJ from another state, how do I transfer my license?
• I just moved to NJ from another country, how do I transfer my license?

Other Information:

• What documents should I bring whenever I visit a DMV location?

Q: What are the minimum requirements for enrolling in a CDL training program?

A: You must be at least 18 years of age, you must have a basic, unrestricted NJ automobile driver license (class D), you must be able to meet U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) vision requirements and you must be able to meet DOT physical fitness requirements. CDL applicants under the age of 21 may travel only within NJ (intrastate, not interstate) and may not receive the hazardous material (hazmat) or passenger endorsements.

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Q: What are the minimum requirements to apply for a passenger endorsement?

A: You must be at least 21 years of age, you must have a basic NJ automobile driver license (class D) that has been valid for the past 3 years, you must meet U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) vision requirements and you must meet DOT physical fitness requirements. You are required to complete a state criminal background investigation (i.e. fingerprints) and you must supply completed DOT medical forms before taking your road test. If you are within 3 years of a DUI violation, your application for the passenger endorsement may be rejected.

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Q: Do I need a CDL permit to enroll?

A: No, we will assist you in obtaining your CDL permit along with preparation for your CDL theory tests.

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Q: Do you provide financial aid?

A: No, however, we do offer practical, pay-as-you-go payment plans for our packaged deals, so that you don't have to pay all at once. If you are unemployed and you are receiving unemployment benefits, you may be eligible for a training grant. Consult with your unemployment advisor for more information.

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Q: Is your school an eligible training provider for Workforce Investment Act (WIA) participants?

A: Yes, Our school is an approved WIA training provider.

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Q: How much do your CDL training programs cost?

A: Since we provide customizable CDL training programs, please give us a call to determine the program and price that is right for you.

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Q: When do your CDL training programs begin?

A: We offer open enrollment for all of our CDL training programs. This means you can sign up and begin whenever you want.

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Q: Do I have to complete a full CDL training program?

A: No. Although we recommend that inexperienced drivers complete a full CDL training program, we also offer flexible training regimens to suit your individual needs. Basically, you can customize your own CDL training program. You can select any combination of the services that we provide, including theory test preparation, driving lessons and road test service.

For example, if you have already completed your CDL theory tests, we can provide you with just driving lessons and road test service. If you want road test service only, we can provide you with the appropriate vehicle and an instructor to take you to your road test. If you just need driving lessons, we can accommodate you with that as well.

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Q: What is the ratio of students to instructor during driving lessons?

A: The ratio of students to instructor during any driving lesson is one to one (1:1). You will not share your time behind the wheel with any other students.

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Q: If I am applying for a CDL class B, should I also apply for the passenger endorsement?

A: Yes. If you wish to obtain a CDL class B, it would be worth your while to obtain the passenger endorsement at the same time and train on a bus (provided that you meet all requirements). When you obtain a CDL class B with the passenger endorsement simultaneously, you will be eligible to drive all class B vehicles including passengered buses of any size by just taking one road test. If, however, you obtain the CDL class B without the passenger endorsement, you will only be eligible to drive straight trucks. If you decide later on that you want to drive a bus you will have to go through another road test.

By obtaining your CDL class B and passenger endorsement at the same time, you are essentially getting two licenses in one shot. The difference in cost and training between a plain class B CDL and one with the passenger endorsement is minimal.

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Q: What type of job placement assistance do you offer?

A: Our schools are located in very industrialized areas and we are constantly receiving calls from companies that are seeking commercial drivers. We then put our newly licensed drivers in contact with these companies and that's that. We also have access to job search engines on the internet that post "drivers wanted" listings daily.

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Q: I just moved to NJ from another state, how do I transfer my CDL?

A: Visit your local NJ Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) office, obtain a CDL transfer permit, surrender your out-of-state license and pay the required fees.

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Q: What are the minimum requirements to begin the process of obtaining my license?

A: You must be at least 16 years of age and you must be able to meet DOT vision requirements.

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Q: I passed the written exam at my high school, do I have to take it again?

A: When you pass your theory test at your high school, you receive a high school knowledge test waiver. With this waiver you will not be required to retake the theory test at DMV.

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Q: Do I need a permit before I enroll at your school?

A: No, we will assist you in obtaining your permit along with preparation for your theory test. If you are 16 years old you must obtain your permit through a driving school or through your high school.

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Q: How many hours of driving lessons do I have to take?

A: If you are 16 years old, you must take a minimum of 6 hours of driving lessons. If you are 17 years of age or older, there is no minimum requirement. Anyone who completes at least 6 hours of driving lessons at our driving school will receive a Driver Education certificate. Most car insurance companies will offer discounts to those who present a Driver Education certificate.

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Q: Can I get an earlier road test appointment date through your school?

A: No, NJ state law now requires mandatory waiting periods between the time you pass your theory test and the time you take your road test. Unfortunately, there is no way to circumvent this.

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Q:I just moved to NJ from another state, how do I transfer my license?

A: Visit your local NJ Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) office, purchase an examination permit, surrender your out-of-state license and pay the required fees. If you are under 18 years of age you will be issued a provisional driver license for one year, otherwise you will be issued an unrestricted driver license.

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Q:I just moved to NJ from another country, how do I transfer my license?

A: Please visit the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission web site for more information.

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Q: What documents should I bring whenever I visit a DMV location?

A: Please view the 6 point ID verification system on the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission web site for more information.

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