Refresher courses

I hate to do it, but it may be the only way. I have about six months experience in Van and Refer, none of it considered recent. I've been out of a truck for the last 18 months. In this economy, everyone wants recent experience.

Does anyone know of schools that provide a refresher training and the costs? I sure don't want to spend 5K when I already have a CDL and if I pay for it will it actually make a difference for employment? Everyone talks about refresher courses, but I don't think I have ever seen anyone post information about them.

 

Where did you get your "Full Meal Deal"? I'd like a little better quality than the dollar menu......That was rude. Really, where did you receive your refresher training and how long was it? I e-mailed roadmaster earlier and questioned them, but I have yet to receive a reply. 1900 seems a bit steep when most schools only instruct you far enough to pass the State exam. Not sure what the full deal is or how many hours experience.

 

Wallaye. The only reason I left the road was because of issues with teen-agers/young adults at home. That problem is solved, thanks to the US Army, and I truly enjoyed trucking. Even the bad times.

No-Tarps. I think I talked to you on another board. Many companies, not just Maverick have instituted hiring freezes. Most will hire new drivers right out of school, but not one without recent experience. Doesn't make sense to me, but that's the way it is.

The reason I posted this was for information about refresher courses and their subtance/costs. I read a few posts where people with 5 plus years of experience are required to take refresher courses, but I have no clue about them becuase most schools only teach you enough to pass the state exam. Trying to find out a little more.

 

PharmPhail. I was refering to my response to your post. You were not rude. I was.

What school did you receive your refresher course from and how long were you out of the industry?