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Anonymous

Dec 11, 2024

Should I get my cdl without going to school?

I have been informed that I can simply study the manual, similar to obtaining a regular driver's license, and then take the driving test with a licensed instructor. However, I am concerned about whether I would miss out on valuable training by not attending trucking school. I've heard mixed opinions, with some suggesting that trucking school is a waste of time. What are the pros and cons of pursuing my CDL this way?

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Anonymous

Feb 22, 2025

Yes, you can PROBABLY get the basic CDL instruction permit by just studying the CDL manual provided by your state, BUT if you want to test for any endorsements at the same time, like for passenger, tanker or doubles, then a bit of extra classroom training would come in handy. The BIG advantage of going to a school is when you need to learn to actually drive a truck.

You need to learn to park a big rig, back a trailer into a loading dock AND maneuver a heavy truck and trailer in close quarters, and THAT requires instruction and practice. You ALSO need to learn and remember the 150 points of a pre-trip inspection and brake check that you will be tested on BEFORE you do the driving test.

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Anonymous

Feb 22, 2025

Even if you can get a CDL that way. Some states school it is required. Getting a job would be next to impossible due to insurance costs.-

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Anonymous

Feb 22, 2025

No, it’s almost impossible to get a job without professional training. Also, what will you take to the road test? You can’t legally rent a tractor trailer without the license to drive it! How would it get to the test site? You WILL wind up paying in the end, get the training.

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Anonymous

Feb 22, 2025

I am sure that when you take your written and practical exam, that the examiners will want PROOF of formal instruction.

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Anonymous

Feb 22, 2025

go to school. many laws needed to know about that the book won’t mention

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