If you’re in Aberdeen and ready for a career change, Truck Driver Institute’s Tupelo campus gives you a nearby place to train for your Class A CDL in just 3 weeks. TDI has helped people step into trucking careers for decades with hands-on instruction, time on our private driving range, supervised practice on real roads, and lifetime job placement assistance that helps over 80% of graduates find work, so you can keep the process moving on earning and using your CDL in Aberdeen.
You can learn more about what the training schedule looks like at TDI here. For a clear overview of CDL rules and testing standards, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is also a helpful resource. Our staff are also more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
For drivers around Aberdeen who want a practical path into a new line of work, TDI Tupelo keeps training close to home while giving you access to the instruction and preparation needed to move forward with confidence. Take the next step by calling us at (800) 848-7364 during business hours or sending us your information online. We’ll be in touch!
341 East Franklin Street
Tupelo, MS 38802
United States (US)
Phone: 1-800-848-7364
Campus Features at TDI Tupelo
Ready to get your CDL in Aberdeen? TDI’s Tupelo campus can help make it happen quickly, safely, and successfully.
✔ 3-week Class A CDL training
✔ Hands-on practice on a training range
✔ Advanced practice on real roads and highways
✔ Instruction from experienced CDL professionals
✔ CDL permit AND CDL license preparation
✔ Job placement assistance with an over 80% success rate
✔ Pre-hire screening to help students prepare for employment
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TDI is registered as and compliant with the FMCSA's Entry Level Driver Training requirements. TDI is certified by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety for third-party testing. TDI is certified by the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security (TDOS) for third-party testing.
Why choose TDI for your CDL training near Aberdeen, MS?
Aberdeen students looking for Class A CDL training can stay closer to home while training at TDI’s Tupelo campus. The school is built for people who want a clear path from the classroom to the driver’s seat without dragging the process out for months.
TDI focuses on practical instruction and career-focused preparation. You can explore more about TDI’s job placement assistance and see how the program supports students before, during, and after training. For official details on how CDL licensing works, the FMCSA CDL process guide is a useful reference—but students who join our program will be sure to get all the necessary information from their instructors during their training.
Students often choose TDI because it offers:
- A 3-week training format that helps you get started faster
- Hands-on driving practice and CDL test preparation
- On-site testing, so you can take the exam in a familiar environment right after training
- Job placement assistance designed to connect graduates with hiring carriers
- A Mississippi campus that makes sense for drivers in and around Aberdeen
If you’re ready to train for a Class A CDL without heading far from home, TDI Tupelo gives you a nearby option with a long track record in truck driver training.
3-WEEK TRAINING. Over 80% JOB PLACEMENT.
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TDI vs. Vocational School
| TDI | Vocational School | |
|---|---|---|
| ELDT training | ✓ | |
| Ongoing job placement | ✓ | |
| Comprehensive 3-week program | ✓ | |
| Hands-on training (no simulators) | ✓ | |
| On-site training and testing | ✓ | |
| Established since 1973 | ✓ | |
| 80% job placement with thecarrier of your choice | ✓ | |
| Freedom to choose your employer | ✓ | |
| Contract requirements with carriers | X | |
| Lower pay right out of graduation | X | |
| Simulator training | X |
Your 3-Week Path to a CDL Near Aberdeen, MS
Week 1: Learning Core Concepts
- From regional and federal safety rules to major vehicle systems, our instructors cover the information you’ll need to know to pass the CDL exam and succeed on the road.
- Practice pre-trip inspection steps, including checking the engine, cab, steering, suspension, brakes, tires, coupling system, and lights.
- Prepare for and pass your CDL permit exam, allowing you to start practicing behind the wheel under the supervision of our instructors in your second week of training.
Week 2: Practicing Hands-On Skills
- Get hands-on training with backing, shifting, and road maneuvers so you can start putting what you’ve read into practice and build critical muscle memory by driving a real truck.
- Practice on our private training range where you can get a feel for truck driving without worrying about the rules of the road or other vehicles as you’re getting started.
- Build confidence with instructor feedback that tells you what you’re doing right and how you can correct any early mistakes.
Week 3: Get on the Road and Get a Job
- Take what you’ve learned and advance into highway and nighttime driving practice under the guidance of our instructors so you’re fully prepared for the CDL exam and your first trucking job after graduation.
- Complete CDL test preparation, including practice tests with our instructors, and then test on-site at our campus right away after you finish training instead of waiting weeks or months to schedule an exam at the DMV.
- Start connecting with hiring carriers, including our partners, with help from TDI staff who have years of experience placing graduates with the right trucking jobs for their goals.
Getting to TDI from Aberdeen
From Aberdeen, most students can reach TDI’s Tupelo campus in about 35 to 45 minutes by car, depending on where they start and traffic conditions. A simple route is to head west toward Tupelo using US-45 as the main highway connection into the city, then make your way to East Franklin Street near downtown Tupelo. Since routing can shift with road work or traffic, it is smart to check live directions before leaving.
Explore more when you’re in the Tupelo area
If you’re coming over from Aberdeen for training, Tupelo gives you a few easy ways to spend time before or after class. After all, many truck driving students are drawn to life on the road and exploring new places, so why not get started while you earn your CDL?
- Visit the birthplace of Elvis Presley in Tupelo
- Learn local history at the Oren Dunn City Museum
- Enjoy a family stop at the Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo
Our students train Mondays through Fridays, leaving weekends free for rest, obligations at home, and exploring the open road. Training takes place from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM with a daily, one-hour lunch break. In the third and final week of training, students complete an additional four hours of training in the evening to practice driving at night.
While you’re planning your truck driver training, remember that TDI’s Tupelo campus gives Aberdeen-area students a nearby place to train for a Class A CDL without traveling across the state. If you live 50 miles or more away from campus, you automatically qualify for lodging assistance to give you an extremely affordable rate at a hotel near our school.
Call TDI or apply online to take the next step toward CDL training near Aberdeen.
341 East Franklin Street
Tupelo, MS 38802
United States (US)
Phone: 1-800-848-7364
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*For Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Ch 33) students and VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch 31) students, our tuition policy complies with 38 USC 3679(e) which means Post 9/11 and Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment students will not be charged or otherwise penalized due to a delay in VA tuition and fee payments. For eligibility consideration, a Post 9/11 GI Bill® student must submit a VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and a Vocational Rehabilitation Student must provide a VAF 28-1905 form. Students must provide school with a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) prior to beginning class, but not later than the first day of training. A print screen of Statement of Benefits page will be accepted in lieu of COE and verification of benefits will be required. Please see 38 USC 3679(e) for complete details. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
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The Truck Driver Institute, Inc. gives public notice of its’ policy to uphold and assure full compliance with the non-discrimination requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related Nondiscrimination authorities. Title VI and related Nondiscrimination authorities stipulate that no person in the United States of America shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, income level or Limited English Proficiency be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Any person who desires more information regarding Truck Driver Institute Inc.’s Title VI Program can contact its Title VI Coordinator – Mark Carey — at the address noted below. Any person who believes they have, individually or as a member of any specific class of persons, been subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, income level or Limited English Proficiency has the right to file a formal complaint. Any such complaint must be in writing and submitted within 180 days following the date of the alleged occurrence to: Title VI Program Coordinator Mark Carey / Truck Driver Institute Inc. PO Box 1599 Murfreesboro TN 37133 615-895-2070










Truck Driver Institute was the best choice for us. TDI allowed us to explore all carriers opportunities. The instructors were top notch, caring supportive and patient. We would recommend TDI to anyone interested in a career in the trucking industry.