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Originally Posted by DMAC2007
Ok, I have a few questions if any of you can help. I am looking at Allstate career school in Pittsburgh PA. They offer a program that is about 400 hours of in class and driving. I think its like 160 class and 200 or 240 driving. It costs about 8500.
that dollar amount sounds kinda high
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They offer full financial aid through government grants and loans. They do not offer in house financing as they are accredited.
is the school PTDI certified?? some companies only hire from certified schools
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I was able to walk through the school, talk with them and look at the companies that hire out of there. I saw anyone from Prime, to Schneider to Swift and everyone in between.
its nice for them to offer placement but it is better for you to talk many more companies than those who are already there.
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They have a ton of rigs, and a huge yard, along with simulators. Does this sound like a lot for school? I think its a lot, but there is no community college in western PA that offers training.
Sounds like an awesome set up. lots of equipment means there should be no waiting to get driving practice. simulators are great, i have never used one, but they can give you multiple situations and for you to handle them
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The alternative to this school is TDI and its 6k for 3 weeks. Any thoughts if you went there, or advice from experienced drivers as on how to proceed?
have you toured TDI yet? what are some of their graduates say about each of the schools?? I think the first one is great although the price is kinda high.
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Am I better off just going to a company sponsored training program and forgetting a local school?
NO, if you attend an outside school you may get reimbursed for your school and you will not be tied to that company on a contract.
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