Commercial Truck Driving Program
Commercial Truck Driving Program is a public CDL training location in Tacoma, WA, registered with FMCSA for Class A, Class B, Passenger, Hazmat training and offers behind-the-wheel training on public roads.
| Training provider | Bates Technical College |
|---|---|
| Address | 2201 S 78th St, Tacoma, WA 98409 Pierce County |
| Phone | 253-680-7486 |
| Registry status | Active on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. Record last updated 2022-02-01. |
| Enrollment | Open to the public (not limited to a single employer's own drivers) |
Training this location is registered to teach
| Program | Theory | Behind-the-wheel (range) | Behind-the-wheel (public road) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class A CDL | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Class B CDL | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Passenger (P) endorsement | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| School bus (S) endorsement | No | No | No |
| Hazmat (H) endorsement | ✔ Yes | n/a | n/a |
Theory means classroom or online instruction, with an 80% minimum score. Range means backing and maneuvering practice off public roads. Public road means supervised driving in traffic.
Contact the school directly for tuition and start dates. School listing claims are coming soon.
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Source: FMCSA Training Provider Registry public download, data as of 11/3/2026. Registration means the provider certified to FMCSA that it meets ELDT requirements. It is not an endorsement or a quality rating, and FMCSA can remove providers.