There are a number of requirements for obtaining a CDL, but those measures are in place to ensure the safety of the drivers themselves and the general public.
You must have a valid US driver’s license for at least a year that is not suspended, revoked, disqualified, or canceled.
Having a felony will not prevent you from attending training or becoming a truck driver. So long as your license is valid, all applications will be reviewed fairly.
To obtain your CDL in Alabama, you must be at least 18 years old, but only statewide travel is permitted unless you you enroll in the FMCSA Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program(SDAP). While you'll still need to be at least 21-years-old to haul hazardous materials, thanks to this three-year program, 18,19, and 20 year olds explore interstate trucking and receive the training they need to become experienced and safety-concious drivers.
You will need a medical card approved by the Department of Transportation. You must pass a physical exam by a DOT-approved medical examiner. This exam may include a screening of any current medications, blood pressure, blood sugar, cardiac, hearing, and even issues you may have with sleep. You will also have to pass a vision test and a color blindness test.
You will be required to pass a drug screening before being accepted as a student in the program. After you pay your nonrefundable $200 deposit, we will schedule for a screening.
To get your CDL, you will need to provide the following information included, but not limited to: