$250 CDL School. Is this a good way to get a CDL?

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by thegr8pre10der, Jul 24, 2013.

  1. krazyhorsechick

    krazyhorsechick Medium Load Member

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    They dont teach them that how do.they get there license
     
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    They eventually get lucky after numerous attempts. We have seen many "drivers" out there that can't back into a dock or truckstop parking space.
     
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    I had to get out today and find a spot next.to the door as to were to put my back tires. My trailer was straight and I backed up straight but could not hit the dock head on till I did that
     
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    I know this is a very old thread. But, I just found it doing a search that is related. Maybe someone else will as well. So, I hope it's not inappropriate to add something that might be helpful.
    The $250 guy in the video is still at it. I talked to him a few days ago. His advertising is deceptive. The total cost is at least twice as much. There's a lot of bad feedback on him online. I'd avoid him.
    However, there is a guy in the San Antonio area who sounds legit if you're looking for a straight-forward affordable solution to fast-tracking a CDL. I'd search "CDL rental service San Antonio" to find him. He says pass the TX CDL written tests and DOT physical exam on your own to obtain a permit and then contact him to set-up the drive test. He's $595.
    As far as the utility of taking this route, there are companies that don't mind it and will hire without a "school". Everything I've heard about Maverick, for example, is positive. I asked them about this cheap CDL route and they said not a problem. They're confident the training they offer once you get to Little Rock will turn you into a solid flatbed driver. (Note: This is totally apart from the CDL Training Classes Maverick now makes available through Arkansas State University. Those who are accepted to go this route receive 4 weeks of CDL instruction in exchange for a 6-month promissory note to be paid down $500 a month while driving solo with Maverick.)
    Schneider has told me they don't have a problem with a cheap CDL either. They also say they'll get you up to speed before sending you out solo. I can't say I'm as confident in Schneider as I would be in Maverick. But, maybe this helps.
     
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