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Can I get my CDL on my own, without training or school?

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The short answer is yes, you could go ahead and study and test for your CDL without going to school or a company-sponsored training program.

The more accurate answer, however, is yes, but you won't be able to find a company that will hire you to drive for them.

How could I get my CDL without attending school or a company-sponsored program?

You could study for and pass your permit test, using our program, of course, and then hire a truck for the driving skills test. Keeping in mind that you would probably need to also pay for practice time beforehand.

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Will I be able to find a driving job if I get a CDL on my own?

No, probably not. Most companies, because of insurance and policy reasons, will require new drivers to have attended and graduated from an accredited school providing at least 160 hours of instruction time.

Forum - Getting your CDL private lessons over going to an recommended school

If i go and get private lessons for my CDL and take the test and pass how hard will it be for me to get a job in the industry?

Forum - CDL training school really necessary?

Why can't a guy get his CDL on his own (the written part isn't hard), have a buddy in the trucking trade teach him the driving part, maybe even go on the road with the friend to see how it really is?

Should I get my CDL without attending school or company-sponsored training?

Getting your CDL - School or No School?

The issue is most companies won't hire new CDL A drivers without at least 160 hours of qualified instruction. Sure you will be able to get your license, but that doesn't mean you're employable.

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