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Strategic Workforce Initiatives

All programs listed on this page are free to applicants who fit the following criteria:

  • A current Baltimore County resident
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Able to commit to and adhere to the training schedule
  • Meet income guidelines

To apply, complete the Demographic and Eligibility Form and email it to stratworkforce@baltimorecountymd.gov before the application deadline listed below.

Commercial Truck Driving Training Programs

At North American Trade Schools (link is external)(NATS), students gain a quality education while getting the hands-on training needed to launch a new career as a commercial truck driver. With the help of businesses in the training programs offered, NATS continually updates the criteria and curriculums to meet industry standards and needs, assuring that students are learning what you will use in the field.

The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training programs will be held at North American Trade Schools, 5760 Wabash Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215(link is external).

CDL-A Program Schedule

Program Dates Application Deadline
Thursday, July 7 through Thursday, September 18, 2025 Friday, June 13
Monday, September 22 through Monday, December 1, 2025 Friday, September 5
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 through Tuesday, February 23, 2026 Friday, November 14

CDL-B Program Schedule

Program Dates Application Deadline
Friday, September 5 through Friday, September 12, 2025 Friday, August 8
Friday, October 3 through Friday, October 10, 2025 Friday, September 12
Friday, December 12 through Friday, December 19, 2025 Friday, November 21

The Commercial Truck Driving program trains students for entry-level positions as qualified CDL-A drivers in over-the-road or local driving positions. No prior education or experience is required, but students must:

  • Meet the driver qualifications set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Entry-Level Driver Training Mandate
  • Pass the physical examination requirements established by the Department of Transportation

Additional ELIGIBILITY Requirements

  • At least 21 years of age
  • Tour school and pass an entrance evaluation
  • Have a valid full Class A driver's license (non-provisional) with no more than two points on their Motor Vehicle Report
  • Be able to pass a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration drug screen and Department of Transportation physical exam
  • Cannot be convicted of human or drug trafficking, or on parole

COMBINATION Welding Training Program

The Combination Welding program at North American Trade Schools (link is external)(NATS), provides students with well-rounded training in various welding applications and techniques based on American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and American Welding Society (AWS) specifications. Upon graduation, students can earn multiple certifications in the different welding skills and methods.

The training programs will be held at North American Trade Schools, 5760 Wabash Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215(link is external).

Program Schedule

Program Dates Application Deadline
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 through Thursday, June 18, 2026 Tuesday, August 19

Students will train in several forms and techniques of welding, including:

  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Flux-cored arc welding

Graduates can expect opportunities for employment in entry-level welding positions such as pipe welding, fitters, repair welders, fabricated metal products welders, burners, and construction welders.

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Strategic Workforce Initiatives

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Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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stratworkforce@baltimorecountymd.gov

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