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Create ResumeYour CDL driver resume education section should clearly show your driving training, certifications, and basic schooling in a simple, recruiter-friendly format. For most CDL jobs in the U.S., employers care less about formal degrees and more about your CDL training, endorsements, and safety-related education. If you’re a new driver, place education higher on your resume. If experienced, keep it below your work history.
This guide shows exactly how to format, write, and position your education section for maximum impact—whether you have a high school diploma, GED, CDL school, or no degree.
For CDL roles, recruiters are scanning fast. They want proof that you’re trained, compliant, and safe—not academic achievements.
Here’s what matters most:
CDL training program completion
Relevant certifications (Hazmat, OSHA, ELDT)
Safety and compliance knowledge
Basic education (high school or GED)
What doesn’t matter much:
GPA
Irrelevant college coursework
Academic awards unrelated to driving
A strong CDL education section includes only relevant and practical details.
School or training provider name
Location (city, state)
Program or diploma (CDL training, High School Diploma, GED)
Completion date (month/year or year only)
CDL training program name
ELDT completion (Entry-Level Driver Training)
Use a clean, consistent format that is easy to scan.
Education
School or Training Provider Name – City, State
Program or Diploma
Completion Date
Optional:
Relevant Coursework: [List]
Certifications: [List]
Recruiter insight: If your education section doesn’t support your ability to drive safely and legally, it’s wasting space.
Hours of training (optional but helpful)
Relevant coursework:
Pre-trip inspection
Backing and maneuvering
Road driving
Air brakes
Combination vehicles
Hours of Service (HOS)
Defensive driving
Hazmat endorsement training
OSHA safety training
Forklift certification
Load securement training
First Aid/CPR
Military transport training
Education
RoadMaster Drivers School – Orlando, FL
CDL Class A Training Program
Completed: March 2025
Relevant Coursework: Pre-trip inspections, backing, highway driving, air brakes, HOS compliance
ELDT Certified
Education
Central Texas College – Killeen, TX
Commercial Driver Training Program
Completed: 2018
Certifications: OSHA Safety Training, Defensive Driving
Education
Lincoln High School – Denver, CO
High School Diploma
Graduated: 2019
Education
State of Ohio
GED Certificate
Completed: 2020
Tri-State CDL Academy – Columbus, OH
CDL Class A Training
Completed: 2024
Education
CDL Training Program – Independent Study
Completed: 2023
Certifications: Forklift Certified, Load Securement Training, OSHA 10
Education
U.S. Army Transportation School
Motor Transport Operator Training
Completed: 2021
Certifications: Military Vehicle Operations, Logistics Handling
Placement depends on your experience level.
Place education near the top:
Summary
CDL Licenses & Endorsements
Education
Skills
Experience
Move education lower:
Summary
CDL Licenses & Endorsements
Experience
Skills
Education
Rule: The more experience you have, the less important education becomes.
Short answer:
New drivers → Education comes first
Experienced drivers → Education comes last
Recruiter logic: Hiring managers prioritize proof of real driving experience over training once you’ve been on the road.
Always list CDL school or driver training before basic education.
Newest training first, older education after.
Focus on training, safety, and compliance—not academic fluff.
If you don’t have a separate certifications section, include them here.
Education
[School or Training Provider] – [City, State]
[Program, Diploma, or GED]
Completed: [Month/Year]
Relevant Coursework:
[Skill 1]
[Skill 2]
[Skill 3]
Certifications:
[Certification 1]
[Certification 2]
Your CDL license and endorsements should ALWAYS come first.
Avoid:
GPA
Non-driving-related coursework
Old or unrelated certifications
A vague entry like “CDL School Completed” is weak.
Weak Example:
CDL School – Completed
Good Example:
CDL Class A Training Program – Completed 2024
Relevant Coursework: Backing, air brakes, HOS compliance
Certifications can be the deciding factor between candidates.
Messy formatting = instant rejection.
Keep it:
Clean
Consistent
Easy to scan
Specific CDL training details
Clear completion dates
Safety-related certifications
Clean formatting
Long academic descriptions
Missing training info
Generic entries
Overcrowded sections
Completely fine. Focus on:
CDL training
Certifications
Practical skills
Highlight:
Recent CDL training
Transferable safety skills
Certifications
Include it if related to:
Mechanics
Logistics
Equipment operation
Translate experience into civilian terms:
“Motor Transport Operator Training”
Logistics and vehicle handling
Safety compliance
Make sure your education section:
Includes CDL training details
Lists certifications clearly
Is placed correctly based on experience
Uses clean formatting
Avoids irrelevant information
If it passes this checklist, you're aligned with what U.S. recruiters expect.
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