Training Center vs Community College

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by fantasy08, Mar 15, 2014.

  1. Mar 15, 2014 #1
    fantasy08

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    I looked the place up and its seems suspect to me. Their website is flimsy. No tuition information etc. http://www.acetrainingcenter.net They don't seem to have any accreditation. Not even with the BBB. The brochure I was given said they are a proprietary school. The classes(day) are from 8-5 for only 4 weeks. They have night classes from 5-12 a.m. for 6 weeks. They also make you get your CDL permit in class. I asked what if I have one before class starts and was told I could drive sooner if I did that. So basically one week out of only four that are given is going to be for getting a permit thus limiting driving time. Also the paperwork I was given said that the training would be OTR. Class is $3,700

    The community college near me however trains for two months and an optional third month internship. Website is heavy with info and professional(accreditation) and grand total is $1,700. You are required to have CDL permit before class starts because you get put in the truck first day.

    Also which is better out of the two day or night driving for training and for working?
     
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  3. Mar 15, 2014 #2
    cabwrecker

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    Go with the community college, they're a less corrupt sort of training.
    Please, just trust me.
     
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    pattyj

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    I attended a college for my cdl.I highly recommend it.
     
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  5. Mar 15, 2014 #4
    BrenYoda883

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    Keep in mind any CDL school is just going to teach you what you need to get your CDL... so you will learn just enough to pass the test.. shifting, turning, backing..
    After you hve your CDL and get on with a company yoh will go out with a trainer and learn more.. but even then still have a lot to learn..


    The main thing you want to check is if the company or companies you are gonna drive for accept graduates from that school...
     
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  7. Mar 15, 2014 #5
    Goldenfan

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    If the community college is only $1700 I'd do that. Where are you located that it's that cheap? Here in WI the CC are reasonable but more than that.
     
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  8. Mar 16, 2014 #6
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