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One Stop Career & Affirm Payments by StartCDL

Thanks to our partnership programs, you can start your training by applying for a payment plan or using a financial assistance program.

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One Stop Career

The One Stop Career program offers professional training and job placement support.

In partnership with One Stop Career centers, StartCDL provides comprehensive CDL training to help you start a successful career in trucking.

Steps to Join the Program

Contact your local One Stop Career Center

Learn about available financial aid options and get a training referral.

Enroll in a Course
at StartCDL

After financing approval, enroll in training at our school.

Complete Your Training and Get Your CDL

Complete the theory and driving course, pass the exam, and obtain your Commercial Driver’s License.

Launch a New Career in Trucking

Take advantage of our job placement support and start working in the trucking industry.

Affirm

Start your training with Affirm without paying the full amount upfront — split the payment into equal parts over a convenient period.

In partnership with Affirm, StartCDL offers safe and transparent installment payments — with no hidden fees and flexible terms.

Steps to Arrange Installment Payment

Select Payment for Your Course Through Affirm

When registering for training, select the payment method “Installments through Affirm”.

Get Instant Online Approval for Financing

Fill out a short form and get a decision within minutes — with no hidden fees or penalties.

Start Your Training
at StartCDL

After payment confirmation, you immediately become a student of our school and begin your training.

Make Convenient Monthly Payments

Learn without stress — pay in installments on a schedule that works for you.

Advantages of Training With Us

Financial support

Opportunity to receive installment plans, grants, and subsidies for training through One Stop Career centers or Affirm.
Experience and reliability

Over 10 years in the industry and more than 10,000 successful graduates.
Modern fleet

26 new Volvo trucks for hands-on training.
Flexible training

Online theory classes and hands-on practice at our training yard in New Jersey.
Official accreditation

Licensed school with the option to take the exam on-site.
Job placement support

We help our graduates find a job after obtaining their CDL.

Frequently Asked
Questions

How long does the training take?

The preparation for the exam will take you about a month.

We want to make sure that every student gets the necessary time they need before being ready for the final exam (DMV). Even if you’re not confident at any stage of the training, you can continue learning until you’re ready.

Our students can study and improve their skills and confidence for as long as they need. There are no time limits or strict deadlines.

Our training center stands out from the rest. We take responsibility for your skills and are committed to providing you with the maximum opportunities to improve them.

We offer a flexible schedule that allows you to continue working at your current job while training for your CDL.

With us, you are guaranteed to gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence before taking the exam.

Students from other states: We offer an affordable hostel just a three-minute walk from our training center for all out-of-state students.

How to get a CDL?

To start training, you will need the following documents:

Confirmation of your legal status in the U.S. This can be:
- Citizenship
- Green Card
- Work permit (Work authorization or Work visa)
All documents must be valid and not expired.

Required documents:

Valid Driver’s License (Class C)
Medical Card (Physical DOT card)
Truck Driving Permit (Learner’s Permit)

You can begin training with a driver’s license and permit from any U.S. state.

After passing the CDL exam at the DMV, we will submit your information to the federal system, and you will receive your CDL by mail within 10–14 business days.

Note: In some states, you must visit the DMV in person to receive your CDL.