Do you need to obtain a commercial driving license to gain employment in your chosen profession? Here are a few things you can do to help ensure that you pass both your written and driving tests when the time comes:

Obtain the Official Manual

In addition to federal laws, every state has their own specific rule and regulations to abide by. So it's important to obtain an official copy of your state commercial licensing manual so you know exactly what you need to do in order to obtain your commercial driver's license and also to maintain it as time goes on.

You should be able to get a copy of a commercial driving manual from your local DMV or print one from the state's website. The manual will provide you with all the information you need to pass your written test and to meet all regulations when it comes time to get your actual commercial driving license.

Take a Preparation Class

One of the most important things you can do to prepare for your getting your commercial driver's license is to take a preparation class in your community. You'll gain expert insight into what important driving laws officials will focus on when deciding whether to award you a commercial driving license.

Your preparation coach will help ensure that you completely comprehend the curriculum so you're fully prepared to take both your written and driving tests. And you will gain some hands-on experience through virtual simulations and commercial vehicles replicas in the classroom. You should even learn how to properly take care of your commercial vehicle to ensure safe driving habits when you're on the road.

Practice, Practice, Practice

Before you can get your commercial driving license, you'll have to obtain a learner's permit. You should be able to take your driving test after having your learner's permit for a couple of weeks – but there is no hurry. Take advantage of that learner's permit and spend as much time as you can behind the wheel with someone who already has their commercial driver's license.

They can give you some tips and tricks while you practice all of the skills you'll be expected to demonstrate during your driving test. Plenty of practice will help ensure that you're completely comfortable while you're with the drive test official. So take all the time you need – months even – to practice for your driving test. Chances are that you won't have to take the test more than once in order to pass thanks to all the practice.