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CDL training program

SarahJHeindel — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:25:55 GMT

Can you claim the expenses of a paid CDL training program that is provided by a trucking company?

Re: CDL training program

NCperson — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 01:40:12 GMT

No - you were reimbursed for the expense by the trucking company.

If you meant you paid for the training and were not reimbursed

1) if you are a W-2 employee, then no, it can;t be deducted

2) if you are self-employed, you can deduct it as a business expense.

Re: CDL training program

Mike9241 — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 18:50:23 GMT

even if self-employed and paid the fee you cannot deduct the expense to inyially qualify for the CDL. this would have to be additional training after you obtained it.