OTR Training

Safely operating a large freight truck across the country requires specialized knowledge, and our experienced instructors are here to help you develop the skills for success. 

At American Driver Training Academy, we help aspiring truckers in Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland transition into their future careers by providing them with the OTR experience they need to succeed and drive safely.

Completing our OTR training program opens the door to numerous paid job opportunities. If you’re interested in enrolling in our OTR course, contact us today!

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What Is OTR Training?

Over-the-road (OTR) training prepares new drivers for long-haul routes that require extended time on the road. This training provides hands-on training with instructors who have years of experience, allowing students to gain real-world experience behind the wheel of a truck. Completing OTR training helps individuals along the path to obtaining a commercial driver’s license (CDL), which is necessary for a truck driving career.

The trucking industry is in high demand for skilled professionals, and American Driver Training Academy’s OTR training program will help them build the necessary skills to meet and exceed industry standards. Learning safe driving techniques, understanding regulations, and practicing road training are several things you’ll learn during our program.

How Our OTR Training Program Will Help Further Your Career

  • Increases Job Opportunities – Many employers in the trucking industry prefer candidates who have completed truck driver training from an industry-leading school. Not all schools are created equally. Some employers will not hire candidates who have attended certain schools or have no experience on the road, but they will hire candidates who attend American Driver Training Academy. Holding a CDL and finishing an OTR driver training program helps individuals secure an employment position with a reputable trucking company.
  • Builds Industry Credibility – Employers value drivers with real-world experience gained through truck driver training. Completing a structured class with experienced instructors demonstrates commitment, professionalism, and readiness for long-haul routes.
  • Develops Advanced Driving Skills – The training provided during the course covers techniques for handling a truck in different road training conditions. Learning to navigate highways across the country, maneuver tight spaces, and operate in extreme weather greatly improves safe driving abilities.
  • Provides Hands-On Experience with Freight Handling – OTR truck driver training teaches students how to properly secure and transport different types of freight. Mastering these techniques enhances job performance and cargo safety.
  • Enhances Adaptability and Independence – Spending weeks on the road builds self-reliance and adaptability. Learning to solve challenges such as route changes, mechanical issues, and unexpected delays strengthens problem-solving skills and helps prepare drivers for driving solo.
  • Encourages Career GrowthOTR training creates opportunities to advance from an entry-level position to a higher-paying role or even become a trainer for new students in the trucking industry.

Start Your Career As a Truck Driver Today!

As trucking industry pros, we care about the success of our students and helping them become the best drivers possible. That’s why when you enroll in our OTR training program, you can have confidence you’ll learn foundational trucking skills that will serve you well no matter where your career takes you!

To learn about enrolling in American Driver Training Academy’s OTR class and CDL training program and how we can help you find future careers, call us today.

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