Orlando, Florida
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CDL Training in Orlando, Florida
Florida’s most trusted CDL school since 1973. Hands-on instruction and 80%+ job placement with carriers you choose.
On-site CDL testing
GI Bill® accepted
Est. 1973 – 50 years
80%+
Job Placement Rate
3 Weeks
Intensive program
50 Years
Training America’s truckers
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Path Forward with TDI: CDL Training Support for Hurricane Survivors
The Path Forward Program from Truck Driver Institute (TDI) is a temporary initiative dedicated to helping residents of hurricane-affected areas find new opportunities. This program offers the tools and support you need to clear the road ahead and pursue CDL training, paving the way toward a future full of possibilities. Let TDI guide you on the path forward to success.
The demand for truck drivers continues to grow, and if you’re looking to open doors to new job opportunities, earning your CDL is a great place to start. To help you take that step, we offer an intensive, affordable training program designed to prepare you for your CDL exam.
Earn Your Class A CDL in Just 3 Weeks
In just three short weeks, you’ll earn your Class A CDL license, gain hands-on truck driving experience both on the road and on a training course, and benefit from onsite testing. With our Sanford trucking school, you’ll also leave with the knowledge and confidence needed to start your career as a professional truck driver.
Our campus is conveniently located right off of I-4, making it an easy commute to your daily Sanford CDL license training.
3700 St Johns Pkwy
Sanford, FL 32771
United States (US)
Phone: 1-800-848-7364
TDI is registered as and compliant with the FMCSA's Entry Level Driver Training requirements. TDI is certified by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security (TDOS) for third-party testing.
A Respected Trucking School with a Proven Reputation
We’ve created a program that was built upon and is continuously updated by the work of seasoned, professional truck drivers with millions of miles of real-world experience. You’ll be learning directly from those who know what it takes to succeed in the trucking industry. We’re proud to offer CDL license training for those in the Florida area and have been for over 16 years.
We have a long-standing reputation of successfully placing students on the road, with an 80% job placement rating. This incredible record is maintained by the professional partnerships we’ve made with the nation’s best carriers over the decades. They know TDI grads have what it takes to work for their companies.
Many of our students receive job offers before they even graduate, and if you aren’t sure where to start, that’s not a problem. At TDI, we offer free job placement services to ensure that you’re taken care of. We work directly with multiple carriers nationwide that offer competitive salaries and benefits for new drivers. From the first day, you’ll be connected with a team that will guide you toward the best fit, and if you ever want to change jobs, we can help you find another opportunity.
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How Our Sanford Truck Driving Training Stands Out from Other Schools
Unlike other truck driving schools in the Orlando area, TDI is focused on hands-on efficient training designed to get you out on the road as quickly as possible. Within our three-week program, you’ll be taught everything you need to know to feel safe, confident, and ready to take on your new career.
Another aspect that makes our program the front-runner is that we’re affordable. Compared to other schools, we have incredibly reasonable prices and offer assistance to veterans with GI benefits. We are committed to helping students achieve their educational and career goals through structured CDL training designed for long-term success. If you’re not located near Orlando, you can train at any of our additional locations across the country and receive the same high-quality education and instruction.
We also pre-screen all students to ensure they meet the requirements of our partner carrier companies, helping align training with real hiring opportunities. This is something many CDL schools do not offer. As a result, our truck driver training program is designed to better prepare students for carrier expectations and help connect graduates with potential job opportunities after completion.
What to Expect with Our CDL Training Programs
While enrolled in our CDL license training, you will learn both the technical and operational aspects of driving a semi-truck. On the technical side, you’ll learn how to maintain driver logs, read maps, plan trips, and conduct a pre-trip safety inspection of your vehicle. Knowing how to drive safely, as well as handling the day-to-day responsibilities of your truck and route, is essential to becoming a professional truck driver.
TDI vs. Vocational School
| TDI | Vocational School | |
|---|---|---|
| ELDT training | ✓ | |
| Ongoing job placement | ✓ | |
| Comprehensive 3-week program | ✓ | |
| Hands-on training (no simulators) | ✓ | |
| On-site training and testing | ✓ | |
| Established since 1973 | ✓ | |
| 80% job placement with thecarrier of your choice | ✓ | |
| Freedom to choose your employer | ✓ | |
| Contract requirements with carriers | X | |
| Lower pay right out of graduation | X | |
| Simulator training | X |
Another key part of our program is the hands-on training experience. This portion puts you behind the wheel of a full-sized 18-wheeler while you learn shifting techniques, turning maneuvers, and how to safely back up the vehicle under the guidance of an expert instructor. We teach automatic driving as well as manual to make sure you’re well-rounded and will excel no matter where you end up or what type of driving you’re interested in. You’ll have time to train both with and without instructor supervision, giving you the support you need while also building independence. Once you’ve mastered operating the tractor-trailer forward and in reverse, you’ll complete your on-site testing for your Florida Class A CDL.
As you can see, our courses are a mixture of classroom and behind-the-wheel training to ensure that you leave our training facilities with the skills, knowledge, and experience that major transportation companies are looking for from their rookie drivers. And though you may be a rookie driver, you’ll be driving like a long-time expert in the field.
CDL Licenses Explained: Class A, B, and C Training Options
Although we focus on the Class A CDL here at TDI, here’s a breakdown of each license and what types of vehicles they allow you to operate:
| Class A CDL | Class B CDL | Class C CDL |
|---|---|---|
| Most advanced CDL – tows a trailer with a GVWR of 10,000 lb and over (standard 18-wheeler) | Vehicles under 10,000 lb GVWR with a single-axle trailer | GVWR under 26,001 lb; tows under 10,000 lb; or carries 16+ passengers including driver |
| Cleared to drive every vehicle Class B and C drivers can operate | Buses, box trucks, delivery trucks, dump trucks, tilt beds, tour buses, passenger vans, and more | Tank trucks, small trucks towing a trailer, passenger vans, and hazmat vehicles with proper endorsements |
| Required to drive over state lines with large cargo | Restricted to the issuing state – best for regional driving careers | Least versatile CDL; common for specific job requirements not focused on driving |
Class A CDL Training Near Sanford
This Class A CDL is the most advanced CDL you can obtain. That’s because it allows you to drive everything up to a truck capable of towing a trailer with a GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) of 10,000 pounds and over. The standard 18 wheeler requires a Class A commercial driver’s license.
Note that a Class A CDL allows you to drive everything up to a full-sized semi-truck. That means you’re cleared to drive every vehicle that Class B and C drivers can operate. We recommend that new drivers go for the Class A license even if they’re not interested in long-haul trucking with a full-sized truck. A Class A CDL is required to drive over state lines with that large cargo.
CLASS B CDL Training for Regional Driving
This Class B CDL allows you to drive a vehicle which can carry less than 10,000 pounds GVWR and has a single-axle trailer. This means Class B drivers can drive all kinds of busses, box trucks, delivery trucks, dump trucks, tilt beds, tour buses, passenger vans, and more!
The Class B CDL is restricted to the state in which it was issued – you can’t drive between states to work long-haul jobs. On the other hand, it’s perfect for professionals seeking regional driving careers.
Class C CDL Training for Hazmat and Passenger Vehicles
The Class C CDL permits you to drive vehicles with GVWRs of less than 26,001 pounds, vehicles towing other vehicles that weigh less than 10,000 pounds, and vehicles that transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver.
The Class C CDL allows you to drive tank trucks, small trucks towing a trailer, passenger vans, and hazmat vehicles, provided you obtain the proper training and endorsements to do so. Class C CDLs are the least versatile commercial driving licenses you can receive. That’s why they may be more prevalent among people who have a particular need for a CDL, such as a job requirement that does not focus on driving.
Comprehensive CDL Job Placement System
At TDI, your success as a commercial driver is our priority. That’s why we begin to find the best job for you before you walk through our doors for the first time. Our CDL training programs at our Sanford, Florida campus, serving the Orlando area, works in three parts to ensure the best chances for each of our students.
Truck Driver Institute was the best choice for us. TDI allowed us to explore all carriers opportunities. The instructors were top notch, caring supportive and patient. We would recommend TDI to anyone interested in a career in the trucking industry.Truck Driver Institute was the best choice for us. TDI allowed us to explore all carriers opportunities. The instructors were top notch, caring supportive and patient. We would recommend TDI to anyone interested in a career in the trucking industry.Convenient CDL License Training in Sanford – Serving Orlando
Our truck driver training school near Sanford has acres of land, meaning we have ample space to do all of our training and testing on site. Our facilities are modern, up-to-date, expansive, and well-equipped to give you the closest thing to getting on the road before you’re certified. Sanford’s central location makes our truck driving school convenient for students coming from across Florida.
Our campus is conveniently located right off of I-4, making it an easy commute to your daily Sanford CDL license training.
3700 St Johns Pkwy
Sanford, FL 32771
United States (US)
Phone: 1-800-848-7364
Hours
| Monday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Areas We Serve
Many of our students live outside of the area but still choose us because we are one of the most respected CDL training schools in Florida. Our high-quality training and established partnerships with major carriers throughout the United States are just some of the reasons students choose to enroll. Our Sanford truck driving school is proud to train students from areas such as:
- Melbourne, Florida
- Lakeland, Florida
- Daytona Beach, Florida
- Kissimmee, Florida
- St. Augustine, Florida
- Ocala, Florida
- Cape Canaveral, Florida
- The Villages, Florida
- And more!
FAQs About Our Truck Driving School
What are the requirements for CDL school?
Obtaining your CDL license is made easy if you just meet these few requirements:
- Be 21 or over
- Have a valid U.S. driver’s license
- Possess no DUIs in the past 5 years
- Pass the DOT drug screen and DOT physical
- Present proof of citizenship and pass a background check
- Have a clean driving record
- Demonstrate the ability to operate a commercial vehicle safely
What kind of salary can I expect in this field?
Truck driving is an extremely lucrative job, and, while there are many different factors that determine your salary, the average U.S. salary for a truck driver is $70,000 to $80,000 a year.
What if I live far from the school?
If you don’t live within 50 miles of the nearest truck driver training school, there’s a chance you can qualify to have some of your lodging expenses covered by us. We partner with local hotels to offer you a discounted rate to stay there, offering two options to choose from once you are approved.
Do you accept military and GI Bill® benefits for CDL training?
Yes! We participate in GI Bill® programs across all of our locations because we recognize that veterans bring valuable skills that translate directly into success in their truck driving careers.
Start Your CDL License Training Today
From our caring admission representatives who are here to answer your every question to instructors who push you to do your very best, we are with you all the way to reach success in your career. If you are ready to get started and enroll in our Sanford truck driving school, contact us today!
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*For Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Ch 33) students and VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch 31) students, our tuition policy complies with 38 USC 3679(e) which means Post 9/11 and Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment students will not be charged or otherwise penalized due to a delay in VA tuition and fee payments. For eligibility consideration, a Post 9/11 GI Bill® student must submit a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and a Vocational Rehabilitation Student must provide a VAF 28-1905 form. Students must provide school with a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) prior to beginning class, but not later than the first day of training. A print screen of Statement of Benefits page will be accepted in lieu of COE and verification of benefits will be required. Please see 38 USC 3679(e) for complete details. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Public Notice of Title VI Program Rights
The Truck Driver Institute of Florida, Inc. gives public notice of its’ policy to uphold and assure full compliance with the non-discrimination requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related Nondiscrimination authorities. Title VI and related Nondiscrimination authorities stipulate that no person in the United States of America shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Any person who desires more information regarding Truck Driver Institute of Florida, Inc.’s Title VI Program can contact its Title VI Program Coordinator Mark Carey -- at the address noted below. Any person who believes they have, individually or as a member of any specific class of persons, been subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, has the right to file a formal complaint. Any such complaint must be in writing and submitted within 180 days following the date of the alleged occurrence to:
Title VI Program Coordinator
Mark Carey / Truck Driver Institute of Florida, Inc.
PO Box 1599
Murfreesboro TN 37133
615-895-2070
[email protected]
Public Notice of Title VI Program Rights
The Truck Driver Institute, Inc. gives public notice of its’ policy to uphold and assure full compliance with the non-discrimination requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related Nondiscrimination authorities. Title VI and related Nondiscrimination authorities stipulate that no person in the United States of America shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
Any person who desires more information regarding Truck Driver Institute, Inc.’s Title VI Program can contact its Title VI Program Coordinator Mark Carey -- at the address noted below. Any person who believes they have, individually or as a member of any specific class of persons, been subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability, has the right to file a formal complaint. Any such complaint must be in writing and submitted within 180 days following the date of the alleged occurrence to:
Title VI Program Coordinator
Mark Carey / Truck Driver Institute, Inc.
PO Box 1599
Murfreesboro TN 37133
615-895-2070
[email protected]