Combination Written test

In my state of TN the Commercial Lerner's Permit of CLP expires after 180 days. I think as long as both computer tests are completed while you have the same CLP, it would count. Don't forget to complete the pre-trip and road test, if there is one required, in the same 180 period. I would call your states DMV, whatever they call it, and ask them 1) how long is a CLP valid, and 2) if all computer tests have to be completed at same time or just on same CLP?

 

Oh yeah, to get the A license you need to complete General, Combination, and Air-Brakes. I'd strongly recommend you also complete Tanker endorsement. There is a lot of freight that goes inside van, reefer, or on flatbed, that requires a Tanker endorsement. For example, if a customer ships several plastic totes of liquid, those require a Tanker endorsement. The rules changed on Tanker back in 2012. Before then you only needed Tanker to pull a tanker trailer, like a fuel tanker. Now Tanker is required for other freight inside van, reefer, flatbed. Tanker endorsement never expires and you never have to retest to keep it.