Is getting a CDL class A harder than getting a GED?

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by FutureTrucker2046, Dec 11, 2025.

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I'm looking to get my CDL class A license. Before I do that I've been trying to get my GED since I never finished high school. I've been trying to get it for months and it's not going great. I'm just wondering if it's even worth trying to get my CDL class A at this point since I assume it's harder to get a class A than to get your GED.

The school Im looking at seems good it's around 6k it's called driving academy but don't want to waste my money if I'm just gonna end up failing to get my license and don't really wanna get a year contract with prime or any other company. Could use some advice.

Obviously asking this question for people that have taken the GED and also got a class A
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The CDL is MUCH, MUCH, VERY easier. The knowledge tests are all multiple guess, and the question bank is pretty small. 30 minutes versus 6 hours.

Me, I'd look at any tech schools nearby that have CDL training. Cheaper and better than any CDL school.

gentleroger, Jan 3, 2026

gentleroger, Jan 3, 2026

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