Class B CDL Training School In Connecticut, Massachusetts & Rhode Island
The Class B CDL Program at NETTTS
A Class B truck is described as a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating/gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more. At NETTTs, we offer our Class B CDL training program at all four of our convenient locations in Bridgeport, CT; Somers, CT; Pawtucket, RI; and North Andover, MA.
Our course focuses on safely operating and maintaining Class B vehicles like:
- Straight trucks
- Dump trucks
- Box trucks
- Delivery trucks
- Segmented trucks
A Class A CDL holder is allowed to drive a Class B truck, but a Class B CDL holder cannot operate a Class A vehicle.
Take the First Step Towards Class-B CDL Training
What You Will Learn
The Class B CDL training program at NETTTS can help train you on the rules of the road and the concepts, skills and techniques for safe operation of a CDL-B commercial vehicle, including:
- Preparing for your CDL Learner’s Permit
- Prioritizing safety
- Training on federal and state regulations
- Vehicle maintenance and inspection procedures
- Hands-on and behind-the-wheel training
- Road training and CDL road test sponsorship
- Optionally, qualifying for a Passenger Bus Endorsement
At NETTTS, we want you to have the time to practice and feel confident in your abilities behind the wheel. Our course combines classroom training with behind-the-wheel experience to teach you the skills for your Class B CDL road test. During training, you will be allowed to operate Class B vehicles side by side with one of our experienced instructors.
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Hear from NETTTS Graduates
Allen S.
CDL Graduate
Somers, CT
My experience at Somers has been phenomenal. The staff here, they all care. Shoutout to all the instructors. They’re here to guide you, answer question, and walk you through mishaps; so shout out to them. I should have started sooner!
Carlos G.
CDL Graduate
Somers, CT
Summer 2021
Coming to NETTTS was the best choice I made for my future career. I was given all the tools I needed to succeed as a CDL class A driver with my current job as a leader/trainer at Werner Enterprise.*
Derrick C.
CDL Graduate
Pawtucket, RI
Winter 2016
Going to NETTTS was the best decision I’ve ever made. Great Administration, great instructors, and just a great school all around.*
Madison H.
CDL Graduate
Pawtucket, RI
Spring 2024
NETTTS gave me the tools and instruction necessary to pass my CDL test on the first try, as well as skills that I use every time I drive. I would encourage new students to ask lots of questions, because the instructors have a lot of knowledge to offer!*
Nathan D.
CDL Graduate
Somers, CT
Summer 2024
My experience at NETTTS was very good. The instructors taught me a lot in the classroom and definitely helped me learn and understand the reality of trucking. I use what they taught me every day.*
Nicole G.
CDL Graduate
Somers, CT
Spring 2014
NETTTS is so thorough with their training that I went from not knowing how to back up my own car to nearly a decade of safe driving as a trucker. Thanks to NETTTS for believing in each one of their students, no matter what their background entails.*
Sue
CDL Graduate
Bridgeport, CT
I was a nurse for 30 years and decided I wanted a job I could do more on my own; more things to play with instead of people to work on. The classroom’s intense, but being in the yard is just fantastic — putting what you learned in class into action, which was great! Everybody’s taught you something that sticks with you … they’ve all been wonderful.
Tiago
CDL Graduate
Bridgeport, CT
I got interested in NETTTS knowing that with trucking, you’re probably always going to be working, so that’s a good thing for sure.
William B.
CDL Graduate
Bridgeport, CT
Fall 2023
When I took the first step in to trucking, I didn’t know what I was doing. NETTTS was there for me, and they taught me every single skill and knowledge that I use every day on the road. It wasn’t easy, but with the support of amazing teachers and staff, I felt welcomed and never felt scared to ask questions.*
*Consumer information regarding current graduate employment can be found with
Graduation, Licensure, and Employment rates.
CDL-B FAQs
How do I become a truck driver?
If you’re interested in becoming a truck driver, find a CDL program that’s right for you. Learn more about how to become a truck driver.
What is the difference between over-the-road trucking and local trucking?
Local trucking typically means being closer to home. Over-the-road trucking means routes that can take you across the country and last multiple days. Learn more about over-the-road trucking and local trucking.
Can I apply for financial aid?
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Learn more about how to apply for FAFSA for CDL training.
What is the difference between a Class A and Class B CDL?
Class A and Class B CDLs allow drivers to operate different types of vehicles. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a class A CDL is required for the operation of a combination of vehicles (such as a tractor connected to a trailer) with a gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more and a towing capacity of more than 10,000 pounds. A class B CDL is required for the operation of a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of 26,001 pounds or more and a towing capacity of no more than 10,000 pounds. Learn more about Class A vs. Class B CDL.
