Obtaining your commercial driver’s license is the key to landing a high-paying job in the trucking industry. But getting your CDL is a lot harder than getting a regular driver’s license. In order to become a commercial driver, you must first pass the Arizona CDL exam. Attending truck driving school in Tucson can give you the skills and knowledge needed to pass the exam and earn your Class A CDL, but you will also need to study outside of class if you want to pass the exam on your first try and start earning big money as a truck driver. Here are some study tips that will help you prepare for the CDL exam.
Know What to Expect on the Test
Although you won’t know exactly what’s on the test before you take it, you can find out beforehand the specific areas that you will be tested on. This will allow you to focus your study efforts only on that specific material, which will greatly improve your chances of passing the CDL exam on your first try.
Improve Your Weak Areas
You can (and should) take practice tests in the months and weeks leading up to the actual exam. Closely analyze the results from your practice tests and pinpoint the topics that you are weak on. Don’t focus solely on these areas, but certainly devote greater time and attention on your weaknesses to help you out come test day.
Stick to a Regular Study Schedule
If you want to pass the exam on your first try, you need to get serious about studying. Write a master schedule that includes your work schedule, truck driving classes, and other responsibilities and see where you have time to study each day. Devote yourself to studying during these times and stick to the same schedule in the weeks leading up to the exam.
HDS Truck Driving Institute is a nationally-recognized truck driving school located in Tucson. We offer Class A CDL training and testing programs and our classes are offered in day, evening, and weekend formats to meet your needs. Call us toll-free at (877) 205-2141 to learn more about our truck driver training programs.
