Northwest State Community College, powered by Custom Training Solutions, is now offering CDL training classes to local companies and individuals throughout northwest Ohio. These four-week programs are designed to do more than train new drivers on the bare minimum needed to pass a CDL driver’s license exam. We offer students the confidence and experience to become safety-conscious drivers.

• Hands-on training: three weeks of behind-the-wheel time depending on the program selected
• Small class sizes: Class sizes are limited to allow students a minimum of 40 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction.
• Financial assistance: Financial assistance may be available to both companies and individuals.
• Employer connections: CTS has partnerships with companies throughout northwest Ohio, southwest Michigan, and northeast Indiana. If you are an individual looking to earn your CDL license, we can help connect you to employers currently recruiting CDL drivers.

Prior to enrolling in the CDL training
program candidates must:

Be 18 years of age or older

Have a valid driver’s license

Have a valid Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP)

Submit an official copy of your driver’s abstract

Be able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen

Program Structure

We offer two types of Class A CDL Programs; Automatic and Manual. Each class starts with one week of classroom instruction followed by three weeks of pre-trip inspection training, maneuverability training on the range, and road time. The class schedule is subject to change as needs arise for the student’s benefit, but will generally follow the sample schedule shown below.

* A half hour lunch will be given mid-day each day of training

** Lunch is the student’s responsibility and is not included with the program.

Commonly Asked Questions

Cost of Class A CDL training

We charge a flat rate fee of $6,550 for all of our programs. There are no hidden costs for things like fuel, the use of our trucks, or the cost of your state licensing exam. It is all included! Additionally, financial assistance may be available to help offset the cost of the program for employers and individuals. Give us a call and see if you qualify!

If you have specific questions or are interested in learning more about the Class A CDL training programs that we offer, please complete the form below and a member of our team will be in contact with you soon.