How to Get into Truck Driving Schools

Truck driving jobs are in high demand. The training is short (usually around only 2 months) and the pay is fair ($20/hour average). Here's how to get admitted into a trucking school.

Instructions

1. Be physically fit and healthy.

   When applying to a trucking school, you must first pass a DOT approved physical by a doctor. Physical health is an important part of safety behind the wheel, so keep yourself in good shape.

2. Keep your driving record clean.

   Safe driving habits play a big role in getting into a trucking school, and your driving record is considered before you are accepted into a truck driving school.

3. Get a driving abstract.

   Trucking school require a driving abstract as part of your application. Do this ahead of time to speed up the process.

4. Stay drug free.

   Part of the trucking school application is a drug test. Make sure that there is no possible trace of drugs in your system or don't bother to apply to a truck driver training school.

5. Get a GED or diploma.

   Almost all truck driver training schools require at least a high school diploma or GED for entrance.

Tips & Warnings

• You must be 18 to apply to a truck driver training school.

Resources

• How to Write a Truck Driver's Resume
• How to Get a CDL
• How to Find Truck Driving Jobs