Entry-Level Driver Training

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Swadian, Aug 7, 2019.

  1. Swadian

    Swadian Light Load Member

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    If a new driver wants to get a CDL this year (before 2020), could he get his CLP and ride around with an experienced driver, then go take the test? Or do I have to put him through Entry-Level Driver Training?
     
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  3. Ridlingdj

    Ridlingdj Medium Load Member

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    I never went to a school other than to do my pretrip and road test and as far as I know you can still do that I think that you have to have your permit for 30 days minimum before you can go to the school to test though
     
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  4. x1Heavy

    x1Heavy Road Train Member

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    Usually the DMV wants certain things. A licensed full grown CDL driver in charge of a semi or appropriate vehicle such as one of your bigger buses etc. Whatever it might be.

    Once that shows up along with those who hold permits it's show time. Test away pass or fail.

    Thats all I will write here. Just to stay within the narrow range of your topic question.
     
  5. starmac

    starmac Road Train Member

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    Yes you can, we do it all the time. It is better than any school as far as I am concerned.
     
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  6. tscottme

    tscottme Road Train Member

    Official training is not required to get the license. Some/many trucking companies will not hire a driver with no experience and no accredited schooling.
     
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  7. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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  8. Ridlingdj

    Ridlingdj Medium Load Member

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    If I knew you personally and like you I would train you but with a cheap trailer your not driving the expensive rigs
     
  9. MBAngel

    MBAngel Medium Load Member

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    In arizona, you just need to pass the test. How you learn what's needed to pass that test is your problem.
     
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  10. dibstr

    dibstr Road Train Member

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    You can do that now, but as of Feb 7 2020 ELDT training by an entity on the fed provider list will have to be done.
     
  11. ZVar

    ZVar Road Train Member

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    And to be more specific, you need the learners permit before Feb 7 to get your CDL after that date without an entry level school.
     
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