About Us
160 Driving Academy is a nationwide truck driving school that prepares and licenses aspiring drivers for the workforce. Truck driving is a lucrative career that requires a minimal amount of training and education as compared to a college degree. Our expert instructors are masters at what they do and they’ll provide you with the knowledge and hands-on training you need to get you started on a successful career path.
Our trucking school provides you with the classroom and real world education necessary to achieve your CDL-A certification. As a nationwide company, we have over 100 locations spread across the continental United States. Our Charleston school gives West Virginia students world class instruction and are currently accepting new students today.
Complete Your CDL Training in Just 4 Weeks
Our course timeline is right in our name - 160. In 160 hours, you’ll be more than ready to take your state’s CDL written exam. Our CDL school typically consists of four, 40 hour weeks to get you prepared for your new career as quickly as possible. We also offer alternative class schedules in some locations for working students who are looking to learn at night and on weekends.
These 160 hours consist of 120 hours of behind the wheel training. You’ll receive first hand experience driving on interstate highways and in the yard, and will also learn through the observation of other students.
Once you’ve completed training for commercial driving, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills you need to dive head first into your new trucking career.
Post Graduation Assistance to Land a Charleston Trucking Job
When you graduate from 160 Driving Academy in Charleston, you can expect to get started working right away. Our truck drivers school provides job searching assistance after graduation and connections with major U.S. trucking companies to get you immediately lined up with a fulfilling position in the industry.
As an entry-level truck driver, you can expect to make an average of $50,340 per year. With tuition reimbursement 1 from a variety of national trucking corporations, you can even graduate from our school 100% debt free with just a few qualifications:
- 21 Years or Older
- No Felonies, Duis, or Drug Convictions in the Last 10 Years
- Licensed to Drive a Car
Register Today and See How You Can Get a Full-Tuition Scholarship
160 Driving Academy works with many national, Southern, and local Charleston trucking companies to provide our students with full tuition scholarships. With zero or minimal investment and one month of your time, you can be on your way to a profitable and fulfilling career as a CDL driver.
Register today through our online form and find out if you qualify for 100% tuition reimbursement 1.
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