Cook County News Herald

Cook County Higher Ed is offering free CDL (or) bus driver training


Interested in getting your CDL A or CDL B-Bus Endorsement for FREE? We have a NEW Commercial Driver’s License Training Cohort starting August 31st in Cook County!

Want to learn more? Contact us at 218-387-3411 or email gethelp@mycche.org

What is a Class A Commercial Driver’s License?

Class A: any vehicle towing a unit of more than 10,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) with a gross combination weight rating (truck plus trailer) over 26,000 pounds.

What is a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Bus Endorsement?

Class B Bus Endorsement licensed drivers can drive a passenger bus. The skill test must be passed in a bus with a GVWR greater than 26,000 pounds and a passenger capacity of more than 15, including the driver. Get an important skill and a job with ISD 166 as a fulltime or part-time or substitute bus driver!

Basic qualifications

• Age 18 +

• Lives in Cook County, MN

• High school diploma or GED

• Legal to work in the United States

• Proficient math and reading skills

• Ability to pass a DOT Physical

• Ability to pass a 5-panel Drug Testing

• Commit to meeting all obligations of this training.

• Commit to completing all required paperwork and follow-up

• Can meet IRRR requirements

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