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Commercial Driving License

Program Details

This program’s return to EMCC is anticipated for 2025! 

In partnership with Ancora Training, EMCC is offering a160-hour Class A CDL program which will provide students with hands-on training to operate tractor-trailers on the road and at pick-up & delivery points. This Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) complies with the standards set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and will prepare students to sit for the commercial driver’s license exam and begin a lucrative career in the transportation industry.

Program Schedule:

Multiple schedules will be available to meet the needs of students. 

Daytime Monday – Friday 4-week course
Evenings Monday – Friday 8-week course
Weekends 8-week course

Application Requirements:

  • 18 years of age by the start of the course
  • Maine state resident
  • Copy of high school transcript or equivalent completion certificate
  • Current & valid driver’s license

**Accepted applicants must be able to pass a ME DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.**

**Applicants with current & valid CDL Permits could be fast-tracked through the admissions process.**

When more details are available and registration opens, more information with be included on our website, here, and shared on our various social media platforms.

Any questions can be directed to emccworkforce@mainecc.edu.

Financial Assistance

Inquire with any of these public assistance programs for support with any of your educational or financial needs including tuition assistance for continuing education credits, laptop and internet assistance, transportation, and other necessities.

Scholarships – Eastern Maine Community College Foundation

Eastern Maine Development Corp. WIOA program – Contact Kim Donovan, KDonovan@emdc.org, 207.561.4043, for eligibility requirements

Competitive Skills Scholarship Program – Click here for more information about this program.

Maine Community Foundation – The Maine Community Foundation offers scholarships for non-traditional students. Click here for more information or contact Cherie Galyean, CGalyean@mainecf.org, 207.412.2017.

HOPE Program Navigator (for Penobscot, Hancock, Piscataquis, Washington, and Northern Waldo counties) – Email Suzanne Graves-Hall, Suzanne.graveshall@maine.edu, 207.356.9154. Fax: 207.581.2532. Toll-free: 1.800.281.3703. General Line: Teri Mann, hope@maine.edu, 207.551.3331 or apply online.