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CDL Training and Jobs for U.S. Veterans Our roots run deep when it comes to supporting US veterans here at TDI. Truck Driver institute, (TDI), was founded in 1973 by U.S. Army veteran, Thomas Gast. Since that time, TDI has grown to eleven campuses, and over the past 44 years the school has partnered with [...]

If  you’re interested in a new career path or you’re looking for your first real job, getting your CDL can open up a lot of exciting opportunities. Before you dive into it, you may wonder, “How long is truck driving school?” To understand that, you first have to know the benefits. Drivers with Class A […]

If you’re considering getting your CDL license, you may be wondering what exactly that entails. Specifically, does CDL training cost money? If so, what are the costs involved with each type of license, and how do they compare with other types of education options?   Before you commit to getting your CDL or enrolling in a truck driving school, it’s […]

If you’ve been on the hunt for a new, rewarding career opportunity, truck driving school may be the answer. Trucking schools help prepare people to take their CDL test and obtain their class A license. In a matter of just a few weeks, students are able to go through a trucking school program, take their […]

After graduating from high school, a lot of people assume that going on to college is the only logical and responsible thing to do. We’re taught that a college degree is what’s required to land a well-paying, exciting career. Unfortunately, the massive student debt that comes along with higher education has become widely accepted as […]

One of the biggest benefits of working as a truck driver is the wide variety of CDL jobs you’re able to choose from. By earning your CDL, you’re qualified to explore some really exciting career paths, from heavy equipment hauling to transit and intercity bus driving if you prefer to stay local. If trucking driving […]