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CDL school - 160 hours
I am 61, starting a new career, going to go to a CDL school in California; I am planning to pay my own way, and I already have my CDL Permit, all the endorsements, DOT card, and TWIC. I am looking at a particular school (California Truck Driving Academy) who said that I can do it in three weeks instead of 4 since I don't need to get my permit On their website they say the course for Class A license is 160 hours, however, they told me they will train me to get the license, and as soon as they feel I am ready, I can take the test, even if that is less than 160 hours. In other words the 160 hours includes prep for the permit test, which I don't need. My question is, how important is it that I have 160 hours of instruction (even if I may not need that much)? Obviously, if I need that much I would do it. I have heard that 160 hours of school is very important, but I'm not sure why, as long as I can pass the CDL driving test. Does any one know if not having 160 hours on a certificate is going to end up being a problem for getting employment? Any insights would be appreciated.