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"The only text book we had was the Georgia CDL manual"

This should be the only book a student needs to get a CDL.

But, to be a safe and successful driver you need more. There are books and videos put out by JJkeller. Any school worth it's salt will train drivers on a lot more than just passing the CDL test.
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Given the option, go to a PTDI-certified school. All things being equal, a company would prefer PTDI-certified drivers. But it's not the end-all, be-all.

The most important thing when interviewing with a company is to look the part. Don't go into an interview wearing cut-offs or dirty clothes. Get a hair cut, and get rid of the piercings.

If you are turned down for a job, don't think the world has ended. Return to the employer a few weeks later, make it known you are a committed professional.

Eventually most employers who say "no" initially will give you a second, serious look if you persist and show you are not just a fly-by-nighter.
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Hey Chief...isn't your avatar the truck from the movie "Duel" - with Dennis Weaver in the orange Dodge Dart?
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All PTDI means is that the school has to pay a huge fee to belong to PTDI. I'm sorry but only 150 hours is not the best. The PTDI dosen't even recognize a school of 320 hours! I would stay away from any school who is connected to any company or special org.!
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Hey Chief...isn't your avatar the truck from the movie "Duel" - with Dennis Weaver in the orange Dodge Dart?
That was a Valiant!

Mopar spoken here!
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Hay Doubledragon. Just got done with Swift and got my CDL thanks for your words of incouragement. I was looking for help about 4 weeks ago and you helped a lot. Thanks
How did you like the Swift Schooling?
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