CDL Schools in Ohio
Federal law requires entry-level CDL training to come from a provider listed in FMCSA's Training Provider Registry. Ohio has 69 registered training locations open to the public — every one of them is listed below.
Registered training locations
69
Median truck driver wage
$58,080
Ohio, heavy & tractor-trailer
Job growth 2022–2032
+3.7%
Openings per year
10,770
statewide average
FMCSA-Registered CDL Training Providers in Ohio
Sorted by city. "Theory" is classroom instruction; "BTW" is behind-the-wheel training on a range or public road. Confirm current registration with the school before enrolling.
| Provider | City | CDL classes | Training offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Driving Academy - Akron - Classroom | Akron | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Akron Driving Academy | Akron | Class A; Class B; Passenger | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| MTC Truck Driver Training-Akron | Akron | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Stark State College CDL Training Program | Akron | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Stark State College CDL Training Program | Akron | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Northwest State Community College | Archbold | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| LDG Truck Driving School | Avon | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Butler Tech CDL Batavia | Batavia | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Great Lakes Truck Driving School | Canton | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Collins Career Technical Center | Chesapeake | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory | Class B: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Cincinnati - Classroom and Yard | Cincinnati | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Cigno CDL Training | Cincinnati | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Direct venture corp | Cincinnati | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Direct venture corp | Cincinnati | Class A; Class B | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| 160 Driving Academy - Cleveland - Classroom | Cleveland | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Great Lakes Truck Driving School, Inc. | Columbia Station | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Columbus - Yard | Columbus | Class A | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Capital Transportation Academy, Inc | Columbus | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| INTERNATIONAL CDL SCHOOL | Columbus | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Roadmaster Drivers School (COL) | Columbus | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Train 4 Less Columbus Under review | Columbus | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Class B: Theory | Passenger: Theory | School Bus: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| TRUCKTRAILERPRO CDL SCHOOL LLC - COLUMBUS | Columbus | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| 160 Driving Academy - Dayton - Classroom | Dayton | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Troy CDL School LLC | Dayton | Class A; Class B; Passenger | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Troy CDL School LLC (Classroom) | Dayton | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory | Class B: Theory |
| Cuyahoga Community College CDL Training Program | Euclid | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| OWENS STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE | Findlay | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Trainco, Inc. - Fremont, OH | Fremont | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| American Professional Truck Driving School By Buckeye Career Center | Gnadenhutten | Class A; Class B; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Butler Tech | Hamilton | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Butler Tech CDL | Hamilton | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| NAPIER TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING, INC. | HAMILTON | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Columbus - Classroom | Hilliard | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Apollo Truck Driving Academy | Lima | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Trainco, Inc. - MACC | Mansfield | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Washington County Career Center | Marietta | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Toledo - Classroom | Maumee | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Train 4 Less Mayfield Heights Under review | Mayfield Heights | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Cleveland - Yard | Medina | Class A | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Hamrick School | Medina | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Train 4 Less Miamisburg Under review | Miamisburg | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| TURAN CDL SCHOOL INC | MIDDLETOWN | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Ehove Truck Driving Academy | Milan | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Dayton - Yard | Moraine | Class A | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy | Mt. Orab | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Hocking Technical College | Nelsonville | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| DBA as ETI Technical College of Niles | Niles | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Stark State College CDL Training Program | North Canton | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Northeast Ohio Truck Driver Training LLC | North Jackson | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Train 4 Less Norwalk Under review | Norwalk | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Lorain County Adult Career Center | Oberlin | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Prime CDL training center LLC | Parma | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Central Ohio Technical College | Pataskala | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Owens Community State College | Perrysburg | Class A; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Trainco, Inc. - Perrysburg, OH | Perrysburg | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Southern State Community College Truck Driving Academy (Piketon) | Piketon | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Train 4 Less Port Clinton Under review | Port Clinton | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Destiny truck Driving Academy | Rio Grande | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Collins Career Technical Center | South Point | Class A; Class B | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Clark State College | Springfield | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Clark State College | Springfield | Class A; Class B; Passenger; School Bus; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | School Bus: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Belmont College Truck Driving Academy | St Clairsville | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| A1 CDL School | Tipp City | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| 160 Driving Academy - Toledo - Yard | Toledo | Class A | Class A: BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Vantage Career Center | Van Wert | Class A | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| YSU Truck Driving School | Vienna | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Farmers Alliance, LLC | Wapakoneta | Class A; Class B | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range |
| Destiny Truck Driving Academy | Wellston | Class A; Class B; Passenger; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Passenger: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
| Mid-East Career and Technology Centers Adult Education | Zanesville | Class A; Class B; Hazardous Materials | Class A: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Class B: Theory, BTW-Public Road, BTW-Range | Hazardous Materials: Theory |
Source: FMCSA Training Provider Registry (tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov), retrieved 2026-07-06. Employer-only training locations (fleets and agencies that train their own drivers) are not listed. Providers marked "Under review" are being re-verified by FMCSA and may not currently certify training.
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What Truck Drivers Earn in Ohio
Wages
- Median annual wage: $58,080
- Average annual wage: $59,700
- Heavy & tractor-trailer drivers employed statewide: 91,090
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024 (SOC 53-3032). First-year pay is usually below the median; OTR and specialized endorsements pay above it.
10-year outlook
- Projected growth 2022–2032: +3.7%
- Average openings per year: 10,770
- Employment: 98,350 → 102,030
Source: Projections Central / state workforce agencies.
Pay in Ohio's biggest trucking metros
| Metro area | Drivers employed | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 18,730 | $60,370 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | 15,330 | $59,010 |
| Cleveland, OH | 12,660 | $57,090 |
| Toledo, OH | 5,750 | $57,890 |
| Akron, OH | 5,530 | $58,020 |
Verified CDL Program Outcomes in Ohio
States report these results to the U.S. Department of Labor for programs eligible for workforce (WIOA) funding — they are measured outcomes, not marketing claims. Blank cells mean the state suppressed the value (usually small class sizes).
| Provider · Program | Completion | Employed (2 qtrs) | Median earnings (qtr) | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 Driving Academy CDL Class A CDL Training | 79% | 79% | $14,124 | $5,510 |
| Roadmaster Drivers School of Ohio Inc Commercial Drivers License/ Heavy Truck | 84% | 66% | — | $7,695 |
| Trainco Truck Driving School CDL Training Program | 97% | 89% | — | $5,575 |
| Ohio Business College Truck Driving Academy Truck Driver Trainee-GTIII | 91% | 79% | $10,370 | $5,500 |
| Capital Transportation Academy Class A CDL Training Program | 93% | 53% | — | $6,995 |
| NAPIER TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING, INC. 5 WEEK CDL TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM | 92% | 90% | — | $6,154 |
| Great Lakes Truck Driving School CDL Skills Training Program | 90% | 64% | $4,735 | $6,795 |
| Valley College - Cleveland Commerical Driver License (CDL) Class A | 92% | 67% | — | $6,050 |
| Northeast Ohio Truck Driver Training, LLC CDL Class A Program | 94% | 82% | — | $6,495 |
| Drivers Edge CDL Training Academy CDL A Training | 91% | 99% | $12,329 | $6,895 |
| Performance Training Solutions, LLC Heavy Equipment Training I & II | 93% | 57% | $5,470 | $13,990 |
| Great Lakes Truck Driving School CDL Skills / Heavy Equipment Training Program | 86% | 82% | $4,998 | $12,495 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Eligible Training Provider List results (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY2023. Earnings are for one quarter, not annualized.
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Getting a CDL in Ohio
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Education: No education required
- Experience: No experience
- Exam: State exam required
- Continuing education: No continuing education requirement
Issuing agency: Ohio Department of Public Safety · agency website
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Education: No education required
- Experience: No experience
- Exam: State exam required
- Continuing education: No continuing education requirement
Issuing agency: Ohio Department of Public Safety · agency website
Source: CareerOneStop License Finder (U.S. Department of Labor). Since February 2022, first-time Class A/B applicants must complete entry-level driver training with a registered provider before taking the skills test.