Like many small business owners in Missouri, Cassandra Wickerham felt the financial strain of the pandemic. Unable to open her doors for several months, she made the difficult decision to close her business permanently. Cassandra found herself searching for a pandemic-proof career. That’s when she learned about trucking. Utilizing the Missouri SkillUp program, Cassandra received … Continued
Missouri residents are getting to work with free CDL training through SkillUp. This free program helps Food Stamp (SNAP) recipients gain necessary skills to start a new career. Missouri residents with active SNAP applications are eligible for free CDL training through Mineral Area College and MTC Truck Driver Training in Park Hills, Mo. The annual … Continued
Wondering which is better for CDL Training and your career, a manual or automatic transmission truck? Our network of 13 CDL schools train on both types of trucks. However, most students learn how to drive an automatic transmission semi-truck. Why are trucking companies moving to automatic trucks? Trucking companies are moving to automatic transmissions for … Continued
Getting your Commercial Driver’s License or CDL is a big decision. It is also a great investment in your future. CDL truck driver is currently one of the most in-demand jobs. The great news is getting your commercial driver’s license is faster and more affordable than you might think. Let’s explore some of our most … Continued
If you’re thinking about getting your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you’ve probably wondered “How much do truck drivers make?” A recent compensation study by the American Trucking Association found that truck drivers average $69,000/year with private fleet drivers earning upwards of $85,000/year.* How much money truck drivers make per year depends on the following factors.How … Continued
This month’s student spotlight features recent CDL graduate, David Barrett, who was awarded a grant to pay for CDL Training. David Barrett of Tulsa, Ok was laid off from his welding job, when the pandemic hit last year. He had hopes of returning to his career once his company was back in operation. When that … Continued
Military veterans have an excellent opportunity to use their GI Bill® benefits to get a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at one of our network schools that accept the GI Bill®. As a military veteran looking to get a CDL and start a career as a truck driver, you want a school that meets the highest … Continued
Chris Blair is a natural born teacher who is drawn to helping others. Before joining ACE Driving Academy in Greer, SC as a CDL Instructor, Chris was an instructor with the U.S. Air Force. Chris spent 9 years in the Air Force as a C130 Load Master. It was his responsibility to get trucks and … Continued
We are fortunate to have experienced and dedicated CDL instructors like Jason Hayes who teaches at our Elizabethtown, KY campus. Jason joined CDL Training Services nearly 5 years ago following a 9-year professional driving career. Jason is able to draw upon his years of professional truck driving to help prepare our students for their new … Continued
Driven to Success: Brandon Carney Starting a new career can be time-consuming, costly and stressful. But it doesn’t have to be. Just ask professional driver Brandon Carney. Two years ago he contacted Driver Resource Center about getting his CDL. Brandon was serious about getting to work. He was approved and scheduled for driving school in the … Continued