Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for CDL Training Solutions
Founded in 1996 by Kenneth N. Howell, Trainco Truck Driving Truck Driving Schools has trained over 10,000 students and maintains a 90%+ job placement rate. Our mission focuses on equipping students with comprehensive trucking industry skills while fostering a supportive learning environment. We offer full-service CDL Class A training, accelerated programs, and specialized test preparation courses across Ohio and Michigan. Our curriculum combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience using full-size tractor-trailers and modern equipment. With VA-approved campuses and partnerships with government funding programs, we provide accessible training options for diverse learners.Our instructors, many of whom are former professional drivers, emphasize real-world skills, regulatory compliance, and defensive driving techniques. We maintain strong industry connections through Pro Drivers Source, facilitating direct job placement with leading trucking companies. Our 12- to 15-day intensive programs operate Monday-Friday with extended daily hours to maximize skill development. We guarantee retake support for failed CDL exams and maintain strict quality standards through small class sizes and personalized instruction. Our graduates consistently secure positions with starting salaries ranging from $65,000 to $95,000 annually.
Services
Full CDL Class A Program
Accelerated Program
Class B Prep Course
Class B Bus Prep Course
Contract Training Services
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience training professional truck drivers
- Our graduates achieve 90%+ job placement in the trucking industry
- Perrysburg campus is VA-approved for military veteran training
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized instructor attention
- We guarantee retake support for failed CDL exams
What people say
90% placement rate
Experienced instructors
Hands-on training
VA-approved programs
Job placement support
Services
Full CDL Class A Program
Our comprehensive 12-15 day CDL Class A program prepares students for professional truck driving careers. Using full-size tractor-trailers with manual and automatic transmissions, we teach essential skills including coupling/uncoupling, shifting techniques, and defensive driving. The curriculum covers federal regulations, logbook entries, and specialized maneuvers required for commercial driving certification.
Accelerated Program
This 40-hour intensive program enhances driving proficiency for experienced operators or exam preparation. Focused modules cover advanced shifting techniques, coupling procedures, defensive driving strategies, and maneuvering skills. Designed for drivers seeking to refine their abilities or prepare for CDL certification exams through concentrated practice sessions.
Class B Prep Course
One-day preparation course for Class B CDL exams focusing on pre-trip inspections, vehicle maneuvering, and on-road driving. Students train with licensed instructors using 18-24 foot automatic trucks to develop essential skills for straight truck operations and regulatory compliance.
Class B Bus Prep Course
Specialized one-day program preparing drivers for Class B bus certification. Instruction includes pre-trip inspections, passenger safety protocols, and on-road experience with 35-seater buses. Covers regulatory requirements and operational procedures for commercial passenger transportation services.
Contract Training Services
Customized training programs for commercial fleets meeting federal entry-level requirements. Services include 10.5-hour regulatory compliance training, hands-on skill development, and specialized seminars addressing specific carrier needs. Designed to enhance driver proficiency and regulatory compliance for established trucking operations.
People
Kenneth N. Howell
Founder
Established Trainco Truck Driving in 1996 with extensive trucking industry experience. Passionate about improving industry standards through quality driver education. Developed training programs that combine practical skills with regulatory knowledge to produce job-ready graduates.
Questions
What CDL training programs do you offer?
We provide Full CDL Class A training, accelerated skill refreshers, Class B prep courses, and specialized bus driver training programs.
How much does CDL training cost?
Our complete CDL Class A program costs $4,995 with no hidden fees. Financing options and government funding programs are available.
Do you help with job placement after graduation?
Yes, we maintain a 90%+ job placement rate through industry partnerships and Pro Drivers Source recruitment connections.
Are your programs VA-approved?
Our Perrysburg, Ohio campus offers VA-approved training programs for military veterans seeking truck driving careers.
What equipment do you use for training?
We train with full-size Class A tractor-trailers, automatic and manual transmission trucks, and 35-seater buses for specialized programs.
How long are your training programs?
The standard program runs 12-15 days with 10-hour daily sessions. Accelerated refresher courses provide focused skill development.
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