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FREE CDL-A Training without signing an employment contract....

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by HarleyD, Aug 25, 2019.

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  1. Aug 25, 2019 #1
    HarleyD

    HarleyD Bobtail Member

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    PELL GRANTS!! Yes you do not have to sign an employment contact or spend a bunch of money out of pocket. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa You dont need all your past tax info/W2s the system uploads for you, my eligibility was based off 2017 taxes which is why I think I was awarded what I was

    My journey thus far...2017 I went to a local CDL mill and got my Class B, I have been driving Quad dump the last 2 1/2 years and at the beginning of this season I finally decided I want to get my A to open more doors, so I started doing ALOT of research, TOMORROW I start training at Riverland Community college in Austin MN which I will start a thread documenting the journey. This was made possible by a $6195 Federal grant and a $1632 grant from the State of MN.
    It is going to be alot more intensive than my Class be journey as Riverlands course is 22 credits and yes I could have signed contract or I could have borrowed a buddies truck and taken my class A but I've never been the one to take the EZ way and I like learning
    I almost signed a contract with a Mega and because of the Truckers Report I didn't...and I'm glad thank you everyone that contributes
     
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  3. Aug 25, 2019 #2
    HarleyD

    HarleyD Bobtail Member

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  4. Aug 25, 2019 #3
    Chinatown

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    R. E. West Transportation doesn't require a contract, plus you get a weekly paycheck during cdl school.
    Either way, the community college is an excellent way to get a cdl.
     
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    HarleyD

    HarleyD Bobtail Member

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    Thanks again ChinaTown, I will probably be asking for advice in November, I think I want to stay hauling dirt or grain or equipment/construction
     
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  7. Aug 25, 2019 #5
    TruckerVinny

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    Awesome choice! Community College was the right one for me and I think the word is getting out that they worth the extra $$.

    Also, good job sharing the hints on grants and such. That's what our industry needs, more Brotherhood and fraternity.
     
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  8. Aug 27, 2019 #6
    Ridgeline

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    Wait ... you already have a cdl, so this is not a proper use of the grant program.

    Sorry to pee on your parade, this is an ungrade and should be on your dime.
     
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  9. Aug 27, 2019 #7
    Gdog66223

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    In 2009 I went to CDL school at a private school. I got a Pell grant for $2900. I just had to pay the difference of $400. Not too bad for my cdls.
     
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  10. Aug 27, 2019 #8
    tarmadilo

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    I upgraded my Class B to Class A last year at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland with a weekend course. 4 weekends, $475.
     
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  11. Aug 27, 2019 #9
    HarleyD

    HarleyD Bobtail Member

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    Why would this not be proper use of grant program? Pell Grants to further education.
    Not only am I going to get Class A I am also going to get hazmat, passenger, school bus, and doubles
    I've paying taxes since I was 13yo in the 30 years of paying taxes I've NEVER received a federal entitlement.
     
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  12. Aug 27, 2019 #10
    Goldenfan

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    Just a question or 2. Why didn't you wait until after the construction season to go to school for the class A? Does the company you're with now have class A trucks and are you going to work for them later? I was just wondering on the timing.
    I don't know if I'd want to do construction up here in the midwest as I don't know of any companies that allow a worker to take vacation from April through November.
    I don't begrudge you for using a grant either. If you're a tax paying citizen, ie a contributor to society that's fine. It sounds like you are so thank you.
    I know I wouldn't qualify for any aid as I'm married and our income would be too high so I get to pay for other people. I'm surprised you did with the income you'd have as a driver now.
     
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