Transportation/ Logistics
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Description: NCIA's CDL B training program is a 17-week course designed to prepare students for driving heavy single-unit vehicles, including dump trucks and buses. Training covers DOT certification, MVA commercial driving endorsements, pre-trip inspections, and hands-on skill development.
Location:
301 S. Central Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21212
Certifications Earned: Participants earn their Maryland Department of Transportation Certificate (DOT) and CDL B permit and license.
Eligibility: Participants must be 18 years of age or older, hold a Maryland Class C learner’s permit, and meet the eligibility requirements of current funding sources.
Expected Earnings: $21.00 an hour
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: Montgomery College (MC) partners with industry, community organizations, and higher education institutions to provide Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training for unemployed, underemployed, and incumbent workers. The program includes CDL Class A training (approximately 300 hours) for heavy and tractor-trailer vehicles and CDL Class B training (approximately 70 hours) for lighter trucks and buses. Through the MOVE partnership, Hagerstown Community College delivers CDL Class A instruction. In addition to training, MC provides supportive services such as coverage of the Maryland Department of Transportation physical exam, CDL exam preparation, and reimbursement for Maryland Vehicle Administration driving record fees.
Location:
Montgomery College Germantown campus:
20200 Observation Drive #4067
Germantown, Maryland 20876
Hagerstown Community College campus:
562 Northern Avenue
Hagerstown, Maryland 21742
Certifications Earned: Participants can earn their Class A and Class B Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDL).
Eligibility: To obtain a Maryland CDL, applicants must be at least 21 years old (or 18 if all commercial driving is conducted within Maryland, no hazardous materials requiring placards are transported, and no double or triple trailer combinations are driven). Applicants must be physically qualified to obtain a valid medical examiner’s certificate prior to taking any CDL skills test and must also meet CDL eligibility requirements based on their driving record. Additional qualifying requirements may be obtained by contacting Montgomery College.
Expected Earnings: Class A CDL: $25.00–$30.00 an hour
Class B CDL: $24.00 an hour
Contact: Contact: 240-567-2589
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: Best CDL’s CDL Class A & B Training Program prepares participants for careers in the transportation and logistics industry by providing the skills, knowledge, and hands-on driving experience needed to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Offered in partnership with the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation, the program helps eligible Anne Arundel County residents begin long-term careers in a high-demand field.
The program includes classroom instruction, individualized driving and skills training, pre-trip inspection training, and preparation for the CDL licensing exam. Training is aligned with Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) requirements, and participants receive support throughout the licensing process. Theory classes are held Tuesday evenings in Annapolis, while pre-trip, skills, and driving instruction take place in Deale and are scheduled individually with each participant.
Location:
Training can occur in two locations:
2444 Solomons Island Road, Suite 219
ullnapolis, Maryland 21401
441 East Bat Front Road
Deal, Maryland 20751 (By appointment only)
Certifications Earned: Participants can earn their CDL A License and CDL B License.
Eligibility: Participants must be Anne Arundel County residents, at least 18 years old, eligible to work in the United States, and able to obtain a learner’s permit and pass a DOT physical exam.
Expected Earnings: Commercial Driver = $24.94 per hour
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: Maryland New Directions offers three training programs:
1. Maritime, Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (MTDL) Program: This program prepares participants for careers in warehousing, material handling, manufacturing, and logistics. Through employer partnerships with companies connected to the Port of Baltimore, participants gain industry-focused training and access to employment opportunities in high-demand transportation and logistics careers.
2. Commercial Transportation Careers (CTC) Program: This program prepares participants to earn their CDL-B Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit (CLP) and pursue careers operating commercial passenger vehicles or box trucks. Career pathways may include school bus driving, municipal transportation services, private transportation companies, and other commercial driving opportunities.
3. Building Trades Career Pathways (BTCP) Program: This program introduces participants to careers in the skilled trades through hands-on training and classroom instruction. Participants explore fields such as construction, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and masonry while developing workplace readiness, communication, teamwork, and other professional skills. The program is designed to help individuals gain confidence, explore career options, and prepare for future training and employment opportunities in high-demand trades.
Location:
2305 N Charles Street, Suite 100 & 200
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
Certifications Earned: Credentials differ for each program:
1. MTDL- participants earn their Certified Logistics Associate and Certified Logistics Technician.
2. CTC- participants earn their CDL-B.
3. BTCP- participants earn their basic certifications into Skilled Trades occupations.
Eligibility: For all three training programs participants must be at least 18 years old.
Expected Earnings: For all three training programs participants earn $19.50 an hour.
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: Howard Community College provides two in-person logistics training courses: Certified Logistics Associate and Certified Logistics Technician. Once completed it is followed by a paid externship with one of our business partners.
Location:
Howard Community College
10901 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, Maryland 21044
Certifications Earned: Participants can earn their Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) certification.
Eligibility: Participants must provide a high school certificate of completion and have a documented neurodiversity diagnosis.
Expected Earnings: $18.00-$20.00 an hour
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: The MOVE Career Pathways for Transportation program offers multiple occupation choices for individuals pursuing careers in the transportation industry. Trainees can pursue careers as Heavy Truck Operators, Auto Diesel Technicians, and Forklift operators.
Location:
Bowman Training Center
562 Northern Avenue
Hagerstown, Maryland 21742
Certifications Earned: Participants can earn a CDL-A license as Heavy Truck Operators and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification as Diesel Technicians.
Eligibility: Participants must meet federal requirements to obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit, complete a background check, and pass a 10-panel non-DOT drug screening.
Expected Earnings: $20.00 to $30.00 per hour
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: The CDL training program prepares students for Class A, Class B, and Passenger endorsements. Participants will complete the federally required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) curriculum, equipping them with the knowledge and practical skills needed to qualify for the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Skills Test.
Location:
Cecil College
1 Seahawk Drive
North East Maryland 21901
107 Railroad Avenue
Elkton Maryland 21921
Certifications Earned: Participants earn a CDL Class A, Class B, or Passenger (P) endorsement credential.
Eligibility: Participants must be at least 18 years old at the start of the program, able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and drug screening, and maintain a clean driving record.
Expected Earnings: $65,000 plus a year
Contact: [email protected]
Industry: Transportation/ Logistics
Description: Employ Prince George’s, Inc., in partnership with the HOPE Project, offers a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program designed to prepare participants for careers in the transportation and logistics industry.
Participants receive hands-on, instructor-led training to earn either a CDL-A or CDL-B license. The program covers commercial vehicle operation, safety procedures, road regulations, and the skills needed to safely operate commercial vehicles.
In addition to technical training, participants receive career coaching, case management, and job placement assistance to support their transition into employment.
Training is provided through scheduled cohorts throughout the grant period, allowing participants to complete classroom and driving instruction, prepare for licensure, and connect with job opportunities in the transportation field.
Location:
H.O.P.E Project
3611 Stewart Road
Forestville, Maryland 20747
Certifications Earned: Participants earn their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A or CDL-B)
Eligibility: Participants must be residents of Prince George’s County, eligible to work in the United States, and part of a target population such as returning citizens, underemployed individuals, English language learners, or individuals experiencing barriers to employment.
Expected Earnings: CDL-A: $29.50 per hour
CDL-B: $23.25 per hour
Contact: [email protected]
For additional information, contact:
Maryland Department of Labor
Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning
100 S. Charles Street, Tower 1
Baltimore, MD 21201
Email: [email protected]