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- School Code: 486100
- Phone: (800) 686-2511
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Bus and Truck Driver Training
The bus and truck driver program at University of Northwestern Ohio prepare students for careers as professional truck drivers, bus drivers and other professional delivery drivers. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to drive trucks and buses, delivery vehicles, and other commercial vehicles. Program courses include: operating gas/diesel and electrically-powered vehicles, loading and unloading cargo and passengers, reporting delays or accidents on the road, arranging transportation for personnel, and keeping records of receipts and fares. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer bus and truck driver training.
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University of Northwestern Ohio (NEOMED)
4209 State Route 44, Rootstown, OH
History
The University of Northwestern Ohio was founded in 1920 as the Northwestern School of Commerce. Over the last 90 years the school has gone through several name changes, finally arriving at its current name in 2000. UNOH is located in Lima, Ohio, and houses five colleges on its campus:
College of Business
College of Applied Technologies
College of Health Professions
College of Occupational Professions
Graduate College
UNOH is a low cost private institution that has no additional out of state tuition fees.
Academics
UNOH offers certificate, diploma, bachelors and masters degree programs. Additionally, UNOH offers online courses for a majority of its programs to accommodate distance learners and provide flexible scheduling. The goal of the institution is to deliver a quality education to individuals and help make them productive members of society.
Some of the programs offers:
- Automotive
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition/Refrigeration
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Legal Assisting
- Health Care Administration
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at UNOH should complete and submit an application which will then be reviewed and responded to by the admissions staff within four weeks. If accepted, students will either receive full or conditional acceptance with full acceptance having no restrictions and conditional acceptance being for one semester to see whether normal academic progress is achieved.
Financial aid is also available. UNOH asks that students check local scholarships and apply prior to the deadline along with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), after which eligibility for federal aid will be determined by the Student Aid Report (SAR). Further queries can be made to the financial aid office.
Athletics
The UNOH Racers compete in the NAIA in the WHAC conference. UNOH is the only university in the United States to own a race track and to offer scholarships for motorsports.
Sports programs:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Motorsports
- Cheerleading
Students Enrolled in the Bus and Truck Driver Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NEOMED offers a less than one year certificate program in bus and truck driver.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 47 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
White | 40 |
Unknown | 9 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Bus and Truck Driver program at NEOMED, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Vocational Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Includes correspondence school, industrial, and commercial instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Description
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, bus drivers, transit and intercity employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Akron, OH
- Total Employment: 280
- Average Hourly Rate: $23.29
- Average Annual Salary: $48440
Bus Drivers, School or Special Client
Description
Transport students or special clients, such as the elderly or persons with disabilities. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, bus drivers, school or special client employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Akron, OH
- Total Employment: 430
- Average Hourly Rate: $14.74
- Average Annual Salary: $30670
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Description
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license.
Career Outlook & Projections ()
According to the BLS, heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.5% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Akron, OH
- Total Employment: 4
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.32
- Average Annual Salary: $44340
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students University of Northwestern Ohio accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, University of Northwestern Ohio may offer services to students including:
- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of Northwestern Ohio is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conf)
- Basketball (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conf)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling