Scared of going to CDL school..

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by Sp33dymonk3y, Jun 27, 2014.

  1. OPUS 7

    OPUS 7 Road Train Member

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    Find current drivers,and ask them.Ask your recruiter what the retention numbers are from orientations this year.
     
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    GenericUserName Road Train Member

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    In my class 92% failed. The teaching director asked me if those numbers make me want to be in the 92% or 8%. I chose 8.
     
  4. majorbanjo

    majorbanjo Bobtail Member

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    Don't limit yourself….do your best and trust that it will work out.

    Your Attitude is the most important thing…….. I like to say your attitude determines your altitude….. Keep a positive attitude…… Work hard and you'll do fine….don't sweat it…. Don't rely on an internet forum to determine how you think you'll do in training….there is a LOT of great information here…..but there are always those that will try and bring you down…..ignore them…..they don't know you……Go get it done….. Always move forward…. Focus on the positive.. Good Luck…. You're going to make it….!!

    Pass percentages do NOT matter….may have been a class of slugs….it doesn't apply to you….no way no how…

    I'll tell you 100% of the folks that keep a positive attitude, listened, and study, have an opportunity to pass….. don't create anxiety for no reason….
     
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  5. dca

    dca Road Train Member

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    Someone said the only thing to fear is fear it self.. try and get grip on it.. no one can do it for you
     
  6. Sp33dymonk3y

    Sp33dymonk3y Bobtail Member

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    Yeah.. I mean $9.50 isn't to bad for 5 weeks.. For me anyways since I make $8.86 where I'm at now and I bust my ### at this construction job.. Little slave worker. Yeah my recruiter is real nice.. Take a grey hound bus to either Utah, California, or Georgia.. That's paid for..
     
  7. crankyazz

    crankyazz Light Load Member

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    You sound excited. I think it will be a good experience for you. Congrats
     
  8. Sp33dymonk3y

    Sp33dymonk3y Bobtail Member

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    We'll I think my biggest fear now is the written part.. Driving the truck I'm not worried about much at all since I learn very quick with hands on things.. Now written.. Eh anxiety test taker here.. So I am guessing the best way is read the book.. Get the key points that are on the test and flash card them? Can someone help with good testing techniques ?
     
  9. crankyazz

    crankyazz Light Load Member

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    I think you will do great. Like someone else suggested get a cdl study manual . Read up on it. Take the practice cdl tests. You will do great. Have some confidence. You can also Google free practice cdl tests. U will do good relax.
     
  10. Jran11

    Jran11 Light Load Member

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    How much interest if you don't make it 13 months on the original 3900? May look at private schools
     
  11. HauntedSchizo19

    HauntedSchizo19 Medium Load Member

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    Dude, I was in a similar situation and I passed school, and my road test. It's not really that bad once you do it....it's other people on the road that make it difficult. If you have good instructors, you'll be fine. Don't make it out to be more than what it is. All you do is get in, shut up, and drive!

    Best of luck to you!
     
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