CDL Schools in Washington DC
Federal law requires entry-level CDL training to come from a provider listed in FMCSA's Training Provider Registry. Washington DC has 3 registered training locations open to the public — every one of them is listed below.
Registered training locations
3
Median truck driver wage
$63,610
Washington DC, heavy & tractor-trailer
Job growth 2022–2032
+15.1%
Openings per year
90
statewide average
FMCSA-Registered CDL Training Providers in Washington DC
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle's Transportation | Washington | Class B; Passenger; School Bus | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| HOPE Project Training Academy DC1 | Washington | 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 |
| Sakell Transportion | Washington | 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 |
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 Washington DC
Wages
- Median annual wage: $63,610
- Average annual wage: $66,740
- Heavy & tractor-trailer drivers employed statewide: 830
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: +15.1%
- Average openings per year: 90
- Employment: 730 → 840
Source: Projections Central / state workforce agencies.
Pay in Washington DC's biggest trucking metros
| Metro area | Drivers employed | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | 20,890 | $59,050 |
Verified CDL Program Outcomes in Washington DC
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toni Thomas Associates Commercial Drivers License (CDL) - Class B | 71% | 44% | $10,089 | $5,000 |
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 Washington DC
TRUCK DRIVER, HEAVY(CDL)
- Education: No education required
- Experience: No experience
- Exam: State exam required
- Continuing education: Undetermined
Issuing agency: Department of Motor Vehicles · agency website
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Education: No education required
- Experience: No experience
- Exam: State exam required
- Continuing education: No continuing education requirement
Issuing agency: Department of Motor Vehicles · 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.