CDL Schools in New Hampshire
Federal law requires entry-level CDL training to come from a provider listed in FMCSA's Training Provider Registry. New Hampshire has 21 registered training locations open to the public — every one of them is listed below.
Registered training locations
21
Median truck driver wage
$58,620
New Hampshire, heavy & tractor-trailer
Job growth 2022–2032
+6.5%
Openings per year
930
statewide average
FMCSA-Registered CDL Training Providers in New Hampshire
Sorted by city. "Theory" is classroom instruction; "BTW" is behind-the-wheel training on a range or public road. Confirm current registration with the school before enrolling.
| Provider | City | CDL classes | Training offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Driving Academy - Concord - Classroom and Yard | Concord | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| ELDT United Academy LLC | Concord | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Patten's (56 Old Suncook Road Concord) | Concord | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory | Class B: Theory |
| Patten's (77 Old Turnpike Road Concord, NH) | Concord | Class A; Class B | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Train 4 Less Concord Under review | Concord | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Patten's (197 NH Route 10) | Croydon | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| ELDT United Academy LLC | Farmington | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Northeast arbor tec | Farmington | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Town of Hanover Department of Public Works | Hanover | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Tranport Elite | Hooksett | Class A; Class B | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Drive Force CDL Academy LLC | Hudson | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Heavy Haulers CDL and Equipment Academy | Jaffrey | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| White Mountains Community College | Littleton | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| ELDT United Academy LLC | Manchester | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Fast-Pass Trucking Training | Manchester | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Train 4 Less Manchester Under review | Manchester | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Black paws Transport | New Boston | Class A | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| CDL Guys | Pelham | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Fast-Pass Trucking Training | Peterborough | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Heavy Haulers CDL & Heavy Equipment Academy | Peterborough | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| DDC TRANSPORTATIONLLC | Tamworth | Class A; Class B | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
Source: FMCSA Training Provider Registry (tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov), retrieved 2026-07-06. Employer-only training locations (fleets and agencies that train their own drivers) are not listed. Providers marked "Under review" are being re-verified by FMCSA and may not currently certify training.
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What Truck Drivers Earn in New Hampshire
Wages
- Median annual wage: $58,620
- Average annual wage: $59,120
- Heavy & tractor-trailer drivers employed statewide: 6,730
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024 (SOC 53-3032). First-year pay is usually below the median; OTR and specialized endorsements pay above it.
10-year outlook
- Projected growth 2022–2032: +6.5%
- Average openings per year: 930
- Employment: 8,210 → 8,740
Source: Projections Central / state workforce agencies.
Pay in New Hampshire's biggest trucking metros
| Metro area | Drivers employed | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester-Nashua, NH | 1,360 | $56,800 |
Verified CDL Program Outcomes in New Hampshire
States report these results to the U.S. Department of Labor for programs eligible for workforce (WIOA) funding — they are measured outcomes, not marketing claims. Blank cells mean the state suppressed the value (usually small class sizes).
| Provider · Program | Completion | Employed (2 qtrs) | Median earnings (qtr) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) CDL A 540 Training Program | 82% | 33% | $9,091 | $12,680 |
| Heavy Construction Academy HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR PROGRAM | 93% | 25% | $7,182 | $19,300 |
| New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) CDL Class A 160 Hour training Program | 94% | 25% | $10,442 | $6,995 |
| New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) CDL B 80 | 92% | — | — | $4,000 |
| Northeast Driver Training LLC Class A CDL | 94% | 39% | $11,340 | $7,500 |
| White Mountains Community College Commercial Driver Training Certificate Credit Program | 92% | 41% | $12,340 | $6,230 |
| Northeast Driver Training LLC Class B CDL | 98% | — | — | $5,300 |
| White Mountains Community College Class A Commercial Driver Training | 97% | 43% | $12,594 | $6,120 |
| White Mountains Community College Class B CDL Driver Training Program | 100% | — | — | $5,120 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Eligible Training Provider List results (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY2023. Earnings are for one quarter, not annualized.
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Getting a CDL in New Hampshire
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Education: No education required
- Experience: No experience
- Exam: State exam required
- Continuing education: No continuing education requirement
Issuing agency: NH Department of Safety · agency website
Source: CareerOneStop License Finder (U.S. Department of Labor). Since February 2022, first-time Class A/B applicants must complete entry-level driver training with a registered provider before taking the skills test.