Progressive Truck Driving School, INC (Belmont)

CDL Training in Chicago, Illinois

✓ Verified Data (Updated June 2026)

CDL training at Progressive Truck Driving School, INC (Belmont)

Chicago, Illinois

4.5

174 Reviews

$1,500

Est. Tuition

4 Wks

Duration

Progressive Truck Driving School, founded in 1974, is Chicagoland's premier truck driving school with three locations serving the Chicago area in Belmont, Lansing, and Cicero. With over 50,000 graduates and an A+ BBB rating including the 2014 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics, the PTDI-certified school combines classroom instruction with hands-on training using late-model tractors and trailers. The curriculum meets or exceeds Illinois Secretary of State standards with programs ranging from 160-600 hours, preparing students for professional driving careers with top trucking companies.

Programs & Tuition

Class A

Class B

Passenger

Hazmat

Tanker

Doubles/Triples

$1,500

Est. Tuition

4 Weeks

Program Duration

Program Benefits (Pros)

Founded in 1974
50,000+ graduates over 4 decades
A+ BBB accreditation
2014 Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics
PTDI certified
3 locations in Chicago area (Belmont, Lansing, Cicero)
5 students to 1 teacher ratio
One truck per two students whenever possible
Training in one of the Midwest's largest logistics hubs
Network of local and regional trucking companies
Lifetime job placement assistance

Key Features

Courses range from 160-600 hours
Upgrade Program for CDL Class A (80 hours)
Classroom instruction
Hands-on behind-the-wheel training
Real-life on-the-road training
Pre-trip inspection practice
Range/skills training
Road driving
Simulator training
Digital learning platforms
Endorsement training (Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples)
Testing preparation
Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
Training on Class A vehicles with variety of late-model tractors and trailers

School Performance

85%

Employment

Accreditations

BBB Accredited

PTDI certified

FMCSA ELDT

State approved

Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) member

Women In Trucking Association (WIT) member

WIOA eligible

Licensed by Illinois Secretary of State

Quality Score

Score

Overall Quality

Score calculated based on FMCSA pass rates, equipment age, and verified student reviews.Score > 80 indicates industry excellence.

Officially Verified

Range

60-79

Rating

Good

Status

Verified

Financing Options

Payment plans
WIOA grant
Veterans benefits
Employer sponsorship
Scholarships
GI Bill
VA benefits
Employer-sponsored training
Credit Cards
State grants
Federal government grants
Military discount
Discount for full payment
Workforce development funding

Job Placement

85%Placement Rate

Additional Information

Clean and well-kept equipment
Trucks
Trailers
Various types of trucks
Modern trucks
Tractor-trailers
Traffic cones
Training lot
Modern trucks
High-fidelity driving simulators
Dashboard cameras
Live feedback tools
Vehicle sensors
Smart classrooms with interactive boards
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axle trucks
Various transmissions
Class A trailers
Modern trucks
Class A trailers
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axles
Various transmissions
Different brands of vehicles
Modern trucks
Class A vehicles
Late model conventional tractors
Cab-over tractors
Day cabs
Sleepers
Single and double axles
Various transmissions
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axle trucks
Various transmissions
Class A vehicles
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axle tractors
Various transmissions
Different brands of vehicles
Equipment provided for road test
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axles
Various transmissions
Different brands of vehicle
Modern, industry-standard vehicles
Tractors
Trailers
Straight trucks
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axles
Various transmissions
Class A Vehicles
Modern trucks
Simulators
Smart classrooms
Digital resources
Late model conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Single and double axles
Various transmissions
Different brands of vehicle
Class A Vehicles
Clean and well-kept trucks
Day cabs
Trailers
Road trucks
Modern trucks
Class A trailers
Conventional and cab-over tractors
Day cabs and sleepers
Various transmissions
Real trucking terminal
Big parking lot
Modern trucks
Class A trailers
Conventional tractors
Cab-over tractors
Day cabs
Sleepers
Various transmissions
Straight trucks
Real trucks
Simulators
Smart classrooms
Modern trucks
Well-maintained vehicles
Safe driving yards
Updated classrooms
Current industry-standard equipment
Training vehicles
Simulators
Smart classrooms
Interactive modules
Digital learning platforms

18+ years (intrastate)
21+ years (interstate)
Valid driver's license
Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
Pass DOT physical
Pass drug test
Clean driving record
High school diploma or GED
Proof of legal presence in U.S.

CDL Class A

CDL Class B

Hazmat (H)

Passenger (P)

Tank Vehicle (N)

Doubles/Triples (T)

ELDT

Career counseling
Resume assistance
Interview coaching
Job board access
Weekly seminars with recruiters
Job fairs
Follow-up after graduation
Academic advising
Tutoring
Basic job skills training
Orientation
Mock driving tests
Public relations and job interview techniques training
Accessibility services
24-hour campus security with surveillance
Computers and computer lab for students
Audio and video tape resources
Veterans assistance programs

12 Certified Instructors

Instructor Certifications:

State credentials
Teaching credentials
Real-world CDL experience

English

Polish

Illinois

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Location

5538 W. Belmont Ave.

Chicago, Illinois 60641

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