CAREER TRAINING RESOURCES
Helpful Information About Truck Driving Careers
Check out this selection of articles below to learn more about career choices and how to prepare for in-demand job opportunities.
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A Complete Breakdown of CDL Training Costs
CDL training costs typically range from $0 to $10,000, depending on the type of program you choose. Community colleges tend to be on the lower end ($3,000–$7,000); private CDL schools typically fall in the $3,000–$10,000 range; and company-sponsored programs will pay you back for your tuition in exchange for a contract to work for them […]
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Understanding DOT Physical Requirements
The Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam is required to earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Passing the DOT medical exam certifies you are physically able to handle the physical requirements of driving a truck in the eyes of a doctor. Mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), students must have a complete […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Adding Endorsements
If your CDL helps you start a new career, endorsements help you take it to the next level by opening access to new jobs, routes, and higher-paying opportunities. What are CDL Endorsements? An endorsement to your Commercial Driver’s License allows you to haul regulated freight. That means you are qualified to haul cargo requiring specialized […]
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Taking the First Step Toward CDL Training
Starting a truck driving career begins with a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). But how does one go about getting a CDL? Do you just go to the license branch and get one? Do you need special training? The questions can be endless. Reflect: Qualities of a Truck Driver Before you begin a training program, you […]
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Why Your Commercial Class A License Opens the Most Career Doors
Unlock trucking careers! Learn what a commercial class a CDL is, requirements, training, and job opportunities to drive heavy vehicles.
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Tips for Missouri and Kansas CDL Test Takers
Preparing for your Class A CDL exam? This ultimate pre-trip inspection guide walks you through every step, exactly as the state examiner expects from our CEO, Jeff Steinberg. Learn how to avoid automatic fails, master the brake check, and understand what’s changed in the new testing model. Additionally, we explain how testing works in Kansas […]
