Northwest Lineman College, Florida CDL Training

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Seal of Northwest Lineman College, featuring a transmission tower and Latin motto, Northwest Lineman College, Florida CDL Training

SAGE Truck Driving Schools has been in partnership with Northwest Lineman College – Florida Campus since 2019, with our first enrolled class in 2020.

For More Information Please Contact Us At:

813-518-0167

jborden@sageschools.com

NLC Students in Florida

CAREFULLY READ THE INFORMATION below that applies to your situation to help you prepare to get your CDL permit. Your state and age will determine your next steps in the journey towards your CDL. If you need clarification, please reach out to the Florida campus CDL hotline number listed in the section below

Did you know that CDL training through a registered provider is now mandated by the federal government (effective February 7, 2022)? Reach out to SAGE Truck Driving Schools with any questions you may have.

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Florida Residents 18
Years of Age or Older

This section is for those who already possess a Florida Driver’s License. Follow the steps below so you are prepared to start your training.

If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 813-518-0167 or email us at jborden@sageschools.com.

Non-Florida Residents 21
Years of Age or Older

Follow the steps below to come prepared to start your term. Reach out to SAGE CDL Training with any questions you may have.

This section is for students who are at least 21 years old and coming from out of state. (EXCLUDING WA students)

Note: Washington has state mandated hour requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from this state will need to get a Florida driver's license and permit to train and test. Please follow the directions under section titled, “Non-Florida Resident under 21”.

If you are not from WA, and are at least 21 or older, you can train in Florida on your out of state permit. We encourage you to call us to make sure you qualify and understand what your next steps will be after you pass your knowledge exams. 

  • Obtain a DOT physical/med card.
  • Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at a DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes) Note: Some states call the DMV by other names. EX: DPS, BMV, etc. Search for Commercial Learner’s Permit testing for your state.
  • Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork.
  • Search your state’s licensing agency website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.

If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 813-518-0167 or email us at jborden@sageschools.com.

Non-Florida Residents Under 21 Years of Age

(Washington State Residents Follow These Steps)

This section is for students who are 18-20 years old, and coming from out of state, including all WA students. Follow the steps below so you are prepared to start your training.

Washington has state mandated hours requirements that go far and above the federal requirements. Due to this, any students coming from this state, regardless of age, will need to get a Florida license and Florida permit to train and test in Florida. Please follow the directions below.

  • Obtain a Florida driver’s license. You can also test for your permit on the same day you switch your license. 
  • Bring all necessary documentation to the DMV.
  • Obtain a DOT physical/med card.
  • Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit by taking the CLP written test at the DMV location near you (Class A with Airbrakes).
  • Go to your local DMV with your required documents including your DOT physical paperwork.
  • Search your Florida licensing agency’s website prior, to review the list of needed documentation.

If you have reviewed this information and still have questions, please feel free to call or text us at 813-518-0167 or email us at jborden@sageschools.com.

Get the most comprehensive, hands-on, and individualized CDL training in Florida from our school to prepare you for
the CDL test. Learn everything you need to know to become a skilled and confident commercial driver.

Watch the Pre-Trip video below as many times as is needed to memorize the pre-trip inspection. This will be part of
your practical training but is beneficial to have this memorized prior to arriving at campus.


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