CDL Truck Driving Training Near You In CT, MA & RI
A CDL, or Commercial Driver’s License, is required to drive a commercial motor vehicle, like a tractor-trailer or dump truck. Our entry-level truck driving training programs teach students how to safely operate commercial trucks and tractor-trailers. Students also get behind the wheel—first in the training field, and then out on the road—so they can get hands-on training to safely practice their skills with one of our experienced driving instructors. At New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS), we provide truck driving training programs in Bridgeport, CT, Somers, CT, Pawtucket, RI, and North Andover, MA.
CDL Training Programs at NETTTS
Class A CDL Classes Near You in CT, MA & RI
Tractor-trailers, flatbed trucks, tanker vehicles—a Class A CDL license training is for combination vehicles with a gross weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, or with a towed vehicle in excess of 10,000 pounds. Our Class A CDL training program is for truck drivers & tractor-trailers.
Class B CDL Classes Near You in CT, MA & RI
Dump trucks, box trucks, cement mixers, and other heavy straight trucks—a Class B CDL license training is for single vehicles that exceed 26,000 pounds. Our Class B CDL training program would cover these types of vehicles.
Choose NETTTS For CDL Driver Training Near You
NETTTS has been offering truck driving training for nearly 60 years. Our training programs include:
- Financial aid is available to those who qualify
- Career Services support
- Experienced instructors with professional driving knowledge
- A company-wide fleet of over 150 trucks and trailers for student training
- Practice on the truck driving simulator
- National Safety Council Defensive Driving Certification
- FMCSA Approved ELDT training provider
CDL Program Admissions Requirements
Want to know what it takes to get started? Visit our CDL School Requirements page to learn more about admissions and program eligibility.
What Our CDL Graduates Have to Say
Alex B.
CDL Graduate
North Andover, MA
Spring 2021
I needed to find my road in life. NETTTS helped me find it!*
Allen S.
CDL Graduate
Somers, CT
Summer 2025
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 B.
CDL Graduate
Bridgeport, CT
Spring 2025
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
Spring 2025
Keep trying and keep working at it and you’ll get it. Just be patient with yourself, don’t be too hard on yourself and take your time.
Tyler S.
CDL Graduate
North Andover, MA
Spring 2023
For me personally I’m pretty bullheaded so I used the tools and advice I was given from everyone at NETTTS, and worked my way through to the top!
*Consumer information regarding current graduate employment can be found with
Graduation, Licensure, and Employment rates.
Take the First Step Towards CDL Training
CDL Training Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have more questions about New England Tractor Trailer Training School? Find out answers to some frequently asked questions.
How do I become a truck driver?
If you’re interested in becoming a truck driver, do your research to 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 means your driving routes will keep you close by and have you home at night. Over-the-road trucking are routes that can take you across the country and trips may last multiple days or weeks. Explore the difference between over-the-road trucking and local trucking.
Can I apply for financial aid?
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Learn 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. 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. Learn more about Class A vs. Class B CDL.
