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Four career centers in Albany, Buffalo, Utica, and Manhattan have  \n550 Truckplus Driving Simulation Systems, a standalone driving simulator. Users will have an immersive experience driving a variety of vehicles, in different environmental conditions, sitting in the seat like a driver to learn how to navigate roads in many scenarios.  \n[For more information visit:](For more information visit: dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators)[ dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators](For more information visit: dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators)  \nBENEFITS  \n• Career exploration for in-demand industries  \n• Risk-free environment to practice essential skills like shifting, breaking, and backing up  \n• Boost confidence before driving a real truck  \n• Training modules to meet individual needs – trucks, snowplows, buses, or EMS to name a few  \n• Track progress and milestones  \nFUNDING & SCHOLARSHIP  \nNew York State Department of Labor Career Centers serve as a valuable resource for individuals seeking connections with local agencies, partners, and businesses. They can provide information regarding where to go for available grants or scholarships that may assist with training and preparation for written examinations and the driver’s test. We encourage you to reach out to your local career center, where dedicated staff can guide you to relevant resources within your community.  \nGETTING A CDL IN NYS  \n• Have a NYS driver’s license  \n• Apply for commercial learner permit (written test, permit is valid for 1 year)  \n• Prepare for road test  \n• Schedule and take road test  \n• More information from NYS Department of Motor Vehicles website:  \n[dmv.ny.gov/forms/508cdlresources.pdf](dmv.ny.gov/forms/508cdlresources.pdf)  \nCDL CORE CLASSROOM REQUIREMENTS  \nCandidates for a commercial driver’s license (CDL) must complete entry-level driver training, which consists of both classroom instruction on foundational theory and operations, and practical, hands-on driving experience.  \nCore classroom requirements include:  \n• Safety range driving  \n• Behind the Wheel (BTW)  \n• Simulator practices  \nLOCAL TRAINING FINDER  \n• Search for local CDL training facilities and contact information here: [resources.ny.gov/LocalTraining](resources.ny.gov/LocalTraining)  \n• Visit NYSDOL online for information on available [CDL Simulators:](CDL Simulators: dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators)[ dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators](CDL Simulators: dol.ny.gov/cdl-simulators)  \n• Visit NYSDOL online to find your local career center and available career services:  \n[dol.ny.gov/career-centers](dol.ny.gov/career-centers)  \nP144 (12/25)  \nThe New York State Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.  \nAuxiliary aides and services are available upon request and free of charge to individuals with disabilities TTY/TDD 711 or 1-800-662-1220 (English) / 1-877-662-4886 .","cbCaitiezyZORLqf","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitiezyZORLqf","pdf",861400,"English","# What Is a CDL Simulator?\n# Benefits\n# Funding & Scholarship\n# Getting a CDL in NYS\n# CDL Core Classroom Requirements\n# Local Training Finder","[{\"question\":\"What is a CDL simulator and what does it help trainees do?\",\"answer\":\"A CDL simulator is an advanced training tool that provides realistic experiences driving large or heavy vehicles. 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