Class B CDL Training School in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
Looking to drive vehicles like dump trucks, box trucks, or waste collection trucks? Then a Class B License may be the right fit for you. At New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS), our CDL license training programs help students prepare to drive large single vehicles used in industries like construction, public works, and delivery services.
About the Class B CDL Program
A Class B commercial driver’s license allows you to operate:
- A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more
- Vehicles that do not tow another unit over 10,000 pounds
Students learn how to safely drive and maintain vehicles such as:
- Straight trucks
- Dump trucks
- Box trucks
- Delivery trucks
- Segmented trucks
If you hold a Class A license, you’re permitted to drive Class B vehicles, but the reverse is not true.
The Class B CDL training program at NETTTS is offered at all four of our locations:
What to Expect in the Class B CDL Program at NETTTS
Our CDL license training for Class B vehicles includes both classroom learning and behind-the-wheel instruction. We start with the basics and guide you through the skills you’ll need to demonstrate on your CDL test and feel confident behind the wheel.
Class B CDL Training includes
- CDL learner’s permit preparation
- Driving laws and safety practices
- Vehicle inspections and routine maintenance
- Federal and state driving regulations
- Driving instruction with experienced CDL trainers
- Road test sponsorship and support
NETTTS students train alongside instructors who bring real-world knowledge from years of commercial driving. You’ll have the opportunity to practice on training grounds and real roads, building confidence and experience behind the wheel of Class B trucks.
Why Choose NETTTS for Class B License Training
At NETTTS, we’ve been helping people across New England learn how to drive commercial trucks for 60 years. Our CDL school combines hands-on training with classroom lessons to help students prepare for the open road.
Our Class B program includes
- Financial aid for those who qualify
- Career services support for resume help and job support
- Professional instructors with years of driving experience
- A fleet of trucks and trailers for training
- CDL driving simulator access
- Defensive driving certification through the National Safety Council
- FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) provider
We offer CDL license training at all of our New England campuses in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. If you’re ready to train for your Class B License, NETTTS can help you get started.
If you have more questions about the CDL Class-B program, contact us today to learn more or request more information.
CDL B Program 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 Class-B CDL Training
Class B CDL FAQs
How do I become a truck driver?
To become a truck driver, you’ll need to complete a CDL training program by a provider on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) registry, and pass your state written and road tests. NETTTS can help guide you through the process.
What’s the difference between local and over-the-road trucking?
Local trucking usually involves shorter routes, and you’re generally home at night. Over-the-road trucking means longer hauls that may take you across state lines for days or weeks at a time.
Can I apply for financial aid?
Yes. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Our team will help walk you through the application process and explore what options may be available to you.
What is the difference between a Class A and Class B CDL?
A Class A license allows you to drive a combination of vehicles, like a tractor and trailer, with a total weight of over 26,001 pounds and a towed unit over 10,000 pounds. A Class B license is for single vehicles that meet the same weight but don’t tow more than 10,000 pounds.
