Workflow Templates: Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Checklist

Verify age requirements for the state in which you are applying

Provide proof of full legal name and date of birth

Provide proof of legal presence and social security number

Provide proof of residency in the state where the CDL is issued

Enroll in a certified CDL training program

Complete the required hours of classroom instruction

Accumulate the necessary hours of behind-the-wheel experience

Submit a completed CDL application form

Schedule and pass the General Knowledge test

Schedule and pass the CDL Skills Test, including the vehicle inspection, basic control skills, and road test

Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination

Provide a medical examiner's certificate

Consent to a drug and alcohol testing, if required by employer

Determine if you need additional endorsements for your intended driving type

Study for and pass any endorsement tests, such as Hazmat, Passenger, or Tanker

Understand any restrictions that might be applied to your CDL and how to remove them

Stay informed about the latest traffic laws and regulations

Renew your CDL and medical examiner's certificate before they expire

Complete any required continued education or training

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Checklist