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Free Cincinnati CDL Training in Five Weeks

 

Cincinnati CDL Training and Certification for drivers

Earn Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

CDL jobs hiring in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

 

The Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency offers a FREE five-week Cincinnati CDL training program using facilities throughout Southwest Ohio. Students will receive driver training and earn a Class A Driver’s License.

 

  • The free CDL training program prepares students for the written and driving portions of the CDL exam
  • This program has rolling enrollment and classes usually start every two weeks
  • The training is 100% in person at CDL training facilities throughout Southwest Ohio
  • Coursework is completed Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily

 

Careers in commercial truck driving will increase your household income and elevate you toward economic self-sufficiency.

 

 

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Free Cincinnati CDL Training and Certification Program Eligibility Requirements

  • Pass the Department of Transportation’s physical examination that includes vision, color distinction, blood pressure, hearing, cardiovascular health, medications, urinalysis, and physical endurance testing
  • Agree to a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and violence and pass a drug test during the intake process
  • Have a valid driver’s license
  • Have no felonies in the last two years
  • Live in Hamilton County
  • Be 21 years of age or older
  • Meet income eligibility requirements
  • 200% of the Federal Poverty Level or below

 

Family Size200%
1$19,140
2$25,860
3$32,580
4$39,300
5$46,020
6$52,740
7$59,460
8$66,180

 

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Free Cincinnati CDL Training and Certification Program Support

All participants will receive the following intensive supportive services to address barriers to self-sufficiency at no charge:

  • Case management
  • Assistance with childcare
  • Assistance with child support matters
  • Emergency financial assistance for rent or utility payments
  • Advocacy addressing legal matters
  • Life-skills training
  • Mentoring

 

 

Program Application

For more information or to apply for the free Cincinnati CDL training program, please complete a general interest form, and a Career Pathways Coordinator will contact you within 48 hours.

Apply Online

 

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Written by: Crystal Kendrick

 

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Written by Crystal Kendrick

Crystal Kendrick is the publisher of The Voice of Black Cincinnati. With a vision to educate, recognize and create opportunities for African Americans in the region, Crystal oversees all content creation and publication, ensuring each piece aligns with the outlet's mission to inform, engage, and inspire. A lifelong advocate for community engagement and empowerment, Crystal's leadership steers The Voice of Black Cincinnati toward being a pivotal platform to find community resources, local Black-owned businesses, culturally relevant events, jobs with equal opportunity employers and scholarship for higher education. Connect with Crystal on LinkedIn to explore her experiences and contributions to Cincinnati's media landscape.

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