A
Class A CDL
Train for tractor-trailers and other combination vehicles through classroom instruction and practical training.
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ELMA, WASHINGTON / COMMERCIAL DRIVER TRAINING
MORE FLEXIBILITY.
LET’S GET TO WORK.
We built 3C’s to give students more flexibility and less time waiting to get into training. Start any day and train seven days a week, weekends only, or a schedule arranged around your availability. Tell us your goal, and we’ll help you work out the next step.
Starting fresh or building on experience? Talk with us about your goals, and we’ll help you find your training path.
B
Class B CDL
Explore training for straight trucks and other single vehicles, with passenger and school-bus endorsements discussed separately.
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Endorsements & Refresher
Already have a CDL? Talk with us about adding an endorsement, moving up to Class A, or getting some refresher time.
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TRAINING THAT STARTS WITH THE BASICS
Know the vehicle.
Develop the skill.
We want you to understand the truck you’re driving, not just memorize answers. That means learning the inspection, practicing vehicle control, and developing your skills with an instructor.
- Vehicle inspection and preparation
- Backing and control exercises
- Road-driving development
A STRAIGHTFORWARD START
Know what comes next.
Tell us your goal.
Discuss what you want to drive, your current license, and any previous experience.
Review your training.
Confirm the right program, prerequisites, schedule, full costs and applicable school documents.
Complete enrollment.
We’ll go through your costs, school documents and enrollment agreement together before you commit.
REAL PHOTOS FROM 3C’S
See where the learning happens.
A closer look at our equipment and inspection practice. Select a photo to see the full image.
Hands-on inspection practice with the equipment.
A look at our truck lineup in Elma.
Getting familiar with the truck and its components.
One of the truck and trailer combinations at 3C’s.
A LOOK AT 3C’S
Local people.
Practical training.
See a photo introduction to our trucks and hands-on instruction, followed by a short look at the training yard.
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Train with 3C’s. Commercial driver training in Elma, Washington. Local people. Practical instruction. Learning in action. Get to know the equipment. Practice the inspection. Build your skills. Learn with an instructor. Know the truck. Inspection and preparation are part of the work. Classroom learning. Practical training. More flexibility. Start any day. Seven days a week. Weekends or your own mix. Confirm your plan with Enrollment. Pay as you train: $500 down, then $500 each week. Full balance paid before your completion certificate. Let’s get to work. Talk with Enrollment. 53 Schouweiler Road, Elma, Washington.
A LOOK AROUND THE YARD
See the training setting.
A short drive-by view of our yard, equipment and practice space in Elma.
Video description: a view from a passing vehicle shows the training yard, paved areas, cones, trucks and trailers. This video has no audio.
STUDENT FEEDBACK
A student’s words.
A source you can visit.
Read graduate feedback shared on our Facebook page and see student completion updates on our social pages.
“I had a really good experience at 3C’s CDL school.”
THE 3C’S SCHOOL STORE
Part of the crew.
Beyond the yard.
Hats, shirts, hoodies and handled coffee tumblers are in the works for students, graduates and friends of 3C’s.
Preview the School Store →COMING SOON
Wear your 3C’s pride.
Explore our planned merchandise collections. We’ll share products and ordering details when the store opens.
WHY TRAIN IN ELMA?
A quieter place to
build your skills.
Elma’s lighter local traffic gives students a calmer setting to focus on learning the truck, practicing vehicle control and building confidence behind the wheel.
We’re conveniently located between the Olympia area and Grays Harbor, with access via State Route 8 and U.S. 12. You can get here from surrounding communities and train in a small-town setting.
COME SEE 3C’S
Meet us in Elma.
See where you’ll train.
Get your questions answered and see the training setting before you decide. Contact us to arrange a school visit.
CALL 3C’S
Talk to a real person.
YOUR ENROLLMENT CONTACT
Start with Enrollment.
Questions about starting training, your schedule, or visiting 3C’s? Enrollment will help you with the next steps.
Kirk Church
(360) 589-4550Kirk Church
Call AdministrationEnrollment
EnrollmentFOLLOW 3C’S
See our students’ milestones.
Find student completion photos and updates from 3C’s on our Facebook and Instagram pages.