CDL Training School Jacksonville, Florida
Get on the road to freedom with a career in trucking. At Driving Academy in Jacksonville, Florida, we provide hands-on instruction to help you earn your Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Our skilled instructors deliver the knowledge and real-world skills you need to thrive in today’s trucking industry. Discover how our Guaranteed CDL training program can help you build a lasting career and take the first step toward independence.
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At Driving Academy in Jacksonville, Florida
Getting people on the Road to Freedom is what we do best!
- Guaranteed CDL Training Courses
- Open 7 Days Per Week
- Nights & Weekend Training
- Start with Just $500 Down
- Free Lifetime Job Placement
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Why Choose Driving Academy in Jacksonville, Fl
Build a reliable future on the road with a career in commercial truck driving. This industry offers steady demand, strong earning potential and the freedom of life on the open road. At our Jacksonville, Florida location, Driving Academy gives you the tools and support you need to succeed from day one.
Our Guaranteed CDL training program pairs classroom instruction with real hands-on driving time so you are fully prepared for both the written exam and the road test. You can retake the CDL test as many times as needed, so there’s no fear of failure.
We make it simple to get started and keep moving forward. Classes run seven days a week, including nights and weekends, so training fits around your schedule. Our flexible training programs let you progress at your own speed until you feel fully confident behind the wheel. You can get started with as little as $500 down, and after graduation, you will have access to free lifetime job placement assistance.
Get on the road to freedom with a program built to support you at every step.
Our Jacksonville location is conveniently located at 11536 Boote Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32218, right at the heart of a major logistics and transportation corridor. Known for where I-95 meets I-10, the area is home to companies like Landstar Transport and Raven Transport, with easy access to key trucking routes and JAXPORT.
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School Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
CDL Training Programs in Jacksonville, FL
Driving Academy’s program in Jacksonville offers programs for three CDL license classifications, including:
- Class A: This is the most popular license. It allows you to drive vehicles over 26,000 pounds with trailers over 10,000 pounds.
- Class B: This is the license for box trucks and delivery trucks. It allows you to drive commercial vehicles over 26,000 pounds with trailers under 10,000 pounds.
- Class B+P: This is a passenger-endorsed license. You can operate any Class B vehicle that can transport 16 or more passengers, such as school, city, or tour buses.
Training Courses in Jacksonville
Our Jacksonville, FL location offers varying levels of training within each CDL licensing class, including:
This comprehensive training includes:
- Guaranteed CDL training courses: This option provides students with over 100 hours of training and classroom instruction, and unlimited chances to pass the CDL tests.
- Classroom courses: These courses prepare students for the CDL permit written test.
- Yard and road training: This training prepares students for their CDL road test.
- Experienced instructors: They offer full and knowledgeable support.
- Vehicle rentals: Students get to practice with one of our vehicles and get unlimited road test attempts.
Our comprehensive courses in Jacksonville, transform beginners into skilled operators. You’ll get expert instruction through both classroom learning and extensive behind-the-wheel training. These programs are specifically designed to ensure you pass both your written permit test and the CDL road test with confidence.
If you’ve already earned your CDL permit, our specialized half-courses are perfect for you! We skip the classroom and dive straight into what matters: hands-on yard training to get you ready for the road test. Our training yard is attached directly to our school.
During this focused training, you’ll master:
Vehicle inspection
Essential driving skills
Precise parking maneuvers
Effective on-road driving techniques
About Our CDL Training School in Jacksonville, FL
Our story begins with the founder of Driving Academy, Jonathan. His goal was to provide quality CDL training programs to his area, so students could work toward a flexible and rewarding career. His collaboration with a team of associates became Driving Academy. This one location spread across the United States, quickly adding multiple locations.
Our CDL school in Jacksonville, FL is the 21st location. Our experienced staff is excited to help students in Florida and beyond learn the skills they need to earn their CDL.
You’ll be close to well-known landmarks like the St. Johns River and Jacksonville Beach, making it a great place to start your driving career.
Start Your CDL Training in Jacksonville, Florida!
Ready to get your Commercial Driver’s License? Train with Driving Academy in Jacksonville, Florida.
Our modern training facility uses advanced simulators that prepare you for real driving conditions, including traffic and challenging weather. You will build your knowledge in the classroom and then put it into practice with hands-on experience in our training yard and on the road, so you feel fully ready for your CDL road test.
With our guaranteed CDL training program, you get the support you need from start to finish. We offer unlimited training, flexible scheduling with classes available seven days a week, and options for nights and weekends. You can get started with as little as $500 down, and every graduate receives free lifetime job placement assistance.
Contact us today to learn more and get on the road to freedom!
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Frequently Asked Questions
You must be at least 18 years old with a VALID Drivers License. You must be 21 or older if you want to travel outside of your home state for work.
You must get a DOT physical completed at a DOT Certified Doctor. Please call your school location for more information.
No you do not! We have many types of CDL courses available at Driving Academy. We have CDL half courses available for people who already have their permit. This course will get you ready to pass the CDL road test.
You ONLY need 3 things in order to get your CDL.
- Valid Drivers License
- Be healthy enough to pass a DOT physical
- Have a Social Security Number
The CDL road test can only be done in English. This means you will have to understand verbal directions in English to take the test. However, the written tests can be done in Spanish or English. Driving Academy has instructors that can speak Spanish and help you get ready for the CDL road test!
Yes, as long as your driver’s license is still valid you can get a CDL. When you sign up with our CDL school, we will even help you find a job with our lifetime Job Placement Program!
Yes, you can do a CDL road test in a truck that features an automatic transmission! However, you will have an automatic restriction on your CDL license if you do.
Driving Academy offers BOTH types of transmission options. Our students pick whether they want a truck with an automatic or manual transmission.
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