Empower Your Drivers with the English Skills to Stay Safe and Succeed

Berlitz gives your team the English skills to stay safe and communicate effectively on the job. With over 145 years of experience, Berlitz supports trucking companies and their teams with certified English testing and practical language training built for life on the road.

Our language programs are created for drivers to understand instructions, signs, and roadside interactions, protecting both themselves and the people around them.

Flexible, mobile-friendly, and trusted by global companies and government agencies, Berlitz helps your fleet stay sharp, safe, and ready for the journey ahead.

English required for truck drivers in the US with the new rules and regulation for commercial drivers' licenses

English training built for the road

Berlitz offers fast, flexible English programs tailored for the transportation industry. Whether your drivers are new to the U.S. or want to improve their communication skills, we help them gain confidence and stay connected on the road and on the job.

✅ 100% online or in-person courses
✅ Designed to support clear, effective communication
✅ Fits around drivers’ schedules
✅ Focus on real-life English for safety and teamwork
✅ Easy progress tracking for employers

Confidence Starts with Berlitz

Each training option can be customized to suit your specific corporate objectives to maximize the impact on your needs.

Fast Track

One level. Two weeks. Designed for busy people like yours, this program delivers measurable results in just 2 weeks, empowering your truck drivers to communicate effectively and confidently.

It is ideal for professionals seeking flexibility and consistent progress while on the road.

  • Duration: 2 weeks (1 level)
  • Format: Online or In-Person
  • Daily Hours: 3 hours / day
  • Lessons: 40
  • Instruction Type: One on One
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Berlitz Flex for Truck Drivers in the U.S.

Berlitz Flex

The most flexible way to speak a new language fluently, all you can learn! Your drivers will speak English fluently, with online self-study and private lessons from Berlitz instructors.

  • Format: Online
  • Duration: From 6 months and full year access
  • Technology: Speech recognition to get immediate feedback
  • Coaching Sessions: 1:1 coaching sessions with a Berlitz Instructor

Berlitz Flex is a powerful blended learning English program combining online self-study with live coaching.

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Berlitz Flex Group for Truck Drivers learning English in the US

Berlitz Flex Group

An entirely online and self-paced program, with unlimited group classes. Learners go at their own pace and can learn on any device, so they can fit learning around even the most demanding work schedule.

  • Format: Online

  • Group classes: Unlimited and 24/7 accessibility

  • Coaching Sessions: 20 online private sessions with expert instructors

  • Technology: 24/7 access to MyBerlitz, the state-of-the-art learning portal

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Help your drivers go further with English skills that keep them moving

Support Your Drivers. Keep Your Fleet on the Road

By helping your drivers strengthen their English skills, you’re supporting their growth, enhancing communication, and keeping your company ahead in a fast-moving industry.

Clear Communication Keeps Everyone Safe

Whether you’re welcoming new drivers or supporting a seasoned fleet, strong English skills help ensure clear communication, safety on the road, and continued success for your team.

FAQs: English Language Skills for Truck Drivers

English helps drivers understand road signs, communicate during inspections, and handle paperwork, keeping them safe and efficient on the road.

Yes. Drivers should be able to read and speak English well enough to understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and complete reports.

Berlitz offers flexible English programs:

  1. Online
  2. In person

Designed specifically for commercial drivers. English classes focuses on real-life communication, safety, and job-related language.

By offering access to language training and testing, companies can help their teams improve communication, boost confidence, and stay safe and road-ready.

Yes. We offer online and flexible learning options that work with your truck drivers' schedule.

Absolutely. Berlitz has programs starting from zero and are designed for real-life, job-related use.

Many learners see major improvements in just a few weeks through our Fast Track program; through it, your truck drivers can get one level in just 2 weeks of study.

English Language Proficiency Testing for Drivers

Berlitz offers English language proficiency testing for your drivers, both for pre-hire screening and current employee validation. Our assessments are standard language proficiency tests that measure overall ability in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

They are not industry-specific, but they provide a reliable indication of whether an individual can communicate effectively in English in real-world situations.

Why it's useful — Supports safer, clearer communication across your operations. Helps inform hiring and internal decisions. Provides objective documentation of language ability.

How It Works — 100% online and easy to administer. Test on demand, no subscriptions or minimum volume. Results available within one business day.

Reliable Results — Speaking and writing are human-rated for accuracy. Scored using the CEFR, a globally recognized proficiency scale. Clear, easy-to-understand reports for internal use.

We offer 30+ languages and a pay-per-test model, making this a practical option whether you test occasionally or at higher volumes. Please contact testing@berlitz.us with any questions and we are happy to meet with you to share our testing solutions.

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