CFI's Schooling Process

Hi everyone! I've been looking at every different route to take in order to get my CDL (paying out of pocket, going through WIOA , company sponsored, etc). After months of hitting walls I decided to go through training with CFI. I got my permit last Friday (yay me!), filled out an app with CFI, and talked to the recruiter, Cortney, yesterday morning. She ran my MVR while on the phone with me and said everything looked fine. She then sent me an email with the schools info and hotel info. My question is...now what? I'm assuming she will reach out to me before the 24th, when I'm supposed to arrive. Do you sign anything prior or just show up to the hotel? She did mention that I needed to take a drug test somewhere locally before I go. I had some more questions for her, I called and emailed but haven't heard back. I know she is busy so I'm not worried, just yet : ) Any input would be great! Thanks! Btw, I'm going to Truck Dynasty

I attended CFI's sponsored school at Crowder College. Cortney was my recruiter. Did she send you information about your class starting date, itinerary, etc.? I received an email with attachments showing a copy of the contract with CFI for their sponsored school along with information about what to expect, CFI in general, benefits, etc.. Then I called her to confirm my start date and review the information sent in the email attachments. Once everything was confirmed, Cortney sent information about my travel itinery and bus transportation. You do need to be persistent and keep calling her or leave messages on her voice mail. CFI has quite a number of applicants to their schools, so she is swamped, I am sure. I had to call a couple of times and email her also, but she will return your calls or emails. I did not attend Truck Dynasty, but Big Scott, another member here, did. The instruction at Crowder College was excellent and I assume Truck Dynasty is also. Embrace your time there. For me it was a terrific experience. Good luck.

Oops, since you stated you are supposed "to arrive the 24th", everything should be set. Are you traveling by car, flying or by bus? If by bus as I did (ugh, the memories on the grey dog), Cortney will call about 1 week before your start date to confirm you are still coming and give you the bus ticket confirmation number you will need to get your tickets at the bus stop/station you will be leaving you from. If you are flying or by car, hmmm...then I have no clue. Again, don't worry. She should call you next week, but feel free to continue trying to call her before then.

Have you read any of the CFI training diaries from members here who attended either Truck Dynasty or Crowder College? Both Big Scott's and mine you can currently find on page 6 in the CDL training diaries forum.

Thanks for the info! No, I didn't receive anything with attachments. She sent me an email with the hotel and school info and the FAQ's. At the top of the email it had the date I should arrive. I'm assuming I will get more info next week, since I'm about 12 days out. I know she's busy, I'll reach out again at the end of the week or on Monday. Thanks!

I attended CFI's sponsored school at Crowder College. Cortney was my recruiter. Did she send you information about your class starting date, itinerary, etc.? I received an email with attachments showing a copy of the contract with CFI for their sponsored school along with information about what to expect, CFI in general, benefits, etc.. Then I called her to confirm my start date and review the information sent in the email attachments. Once everything was confirmed, Cortney sent information about my travel itinery and bus transportation. You do need to be persistent and keep calling her or leave messages on her voice mail. CFI has quite a number of applicants to their schools, so she is swamped, I am sure. I had to call a couple of times and email her also, but she will return your calls or emails. I did not attend Truck Dynasty, but Big Scott, another member here, did. The instruction at Crowder College was excellent and I assume Truck Dynasty is also. Embrace your time there. For me it was a terrific experience. Good luck.

Yes, I've read any and everything on CFI here, lol. I'm either driving (6.5 hrs) or flying.

Oops, since you stated you are supposed "to arrive the 24th", everything should be set. Are you traveling by car, flying or by bus? If by bus as I did (ugh, the memories on the grey dog), Cortney will call about 1 week before your start date to confirm you are still coming and give you the bus ticket confirmation number you will need to get your tickets at the bus stop/station you will be leaving you from. If you are flying or by car, hmmm...then I have no clue. Again, don't worry. She should call you next week, but feel free to continue trying to call her before then.

Have you read any of the CFI training diaries from members here who attended either Truck Dynasty or Crowder College? Both Big Scott's and mine you can currently find on page 6 in the CDL training diaries forum.

Welcome Christy. If you are going to TDDA, you should be going to Joplin first. They usually get you there the Thursday before you are to begin training and you will head to TDDA by bus on Friday after signing contracts and drug tests. Yes, Courtney is probably the busiest recruiter we have. Emailing her is best. I would double check with her as to where she wants you to do your drug test. I see you filled out an application on line and spoke with her. If you have the driver pulse app, you will get info quickly. I see you are in Dallas. You will have no problem getting home for home time, as we have a terminal there. I am happy to help you any way I can. Best of luck to you. My current student is from Denton.

If you have any other questions please post them in this thread as I will subscribe to it. Thanks.

Thanks for the info! Cortney told me that I would be arriving on Sunday, the day before class starts. This is why I was curious how the process works. I emailed her a question about employment verification so I will wait to hear back from her. I am planning on flying out instead of driving or taking a bus so I probably need to double check with her about the start date. But, I did ask several times while we were on the phone and she confirmed that I would come out on Sunday, it's also in my email.

If you have any other questions please post them in this thread as I will subscribe to it. Thanks.

She will get back to you. Also, they have been doing so much training that some things have changed. Just be patient.

She sent me an email with the hotel and school info and the FAQ's. At the top of the email it had the date I should arrive. I'm assuming I will get more info next week

I probably need to double check with her about the start date. But, I did ask several times while we were on the phone and she confirmed that I would come out on Sunday, it's also in my email.

I am confused. You got it in writing and had it explained 3 times verbally. What more do you need?

I think you are really excited and need to take a couple deep breaths. lol

This is happening. She wont forget to give you pertinent info. I talked to my company recruiter twice on the phone. 1.) to clarify the application 2.) to send me my bus ticket. thats is it. i applied, was accepted and on that bus in a week.

good luck