5660 County Rd 209 S Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

National Training Schools offers specialized training for individuals seeking focused experience operating a tractor loader backhoe.

As a licensed heavy equipment operator school in Florida, National Training Schools understands that not every student wants to train on multiple machines at the same time. The Tractor Loader Backhoe Course is designed for students who want hands-on training with one versatile piece of equipment. Through classroom instruction, simulator practice, and hands-on lab training, students develop the practical skills and safety awareness needed for real-world job environments.

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You’ve Got Options

Students may choose the Tractor Loader Backhoe Course or expand their skills later through broader heavy equipment training programs in Florida.

NCCER Registry Recognition

After successful completion of the Tractor Loader Backhoe Course, students receive a Certificate of Completion and entry into the NCCER Registry for Tractor Loader Backhoe Operation.

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The Tractor Loader Backhoe Course includes classroom instruction, simulator training, and hands-on lab experience. This focused two-week training program allows students to gain practical operating experience in a short timeframe.

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Heavy Equipment Training

Key Advantages

01
Certified, Industry-Experienced Instructors

Train with seasoned heavy equipment professionals who bring real-world jobsite experience into every lesson, focusing on safe, efficient equipment operation.

02
Cost-Effective Training Options

Practical programs with competitive pricing and flexible payment options—designed to deliver strong value without cutting corners on training quality.

03
Modern, Industry-Standard Equipment

Hands-on training using real construction and earthmoving equipment, including loaders, excavators, bulldozers, and articulated machinery—no simulators-only programs.

04
Safety-Driven Instruction

Every course emphasizes equipment inspections, site awareness, load control, and accident prevention to prepare students for real jobsite conditions.

05
Career & Job Placement Assistance

Graduates receive ongoing support connecting with construction, utility, mining, and infrastructure employers seeking qualified heavy equipment operators.

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Flexible, Time-Efficient Training Options

Weekday training schedules are designed for consistency and structure, with individual 80-hour course options available to help students complete training efficiently around work and personal time constraints.

POPULAR

$

4,995

PER COURSE

articulated loader course tuition

Start your heavy equipment career with hands-on, NCCER-certified training.

Administration Fee (Non Refundable) $100
Note This administration fee is used to offset investigative costs associated with application review, criminal background check, driving record analysis, credit report, etc.

COURSE BREAKDOWN AND CURRICULUM HOURS

2 WEEKS (80 HOURS)

“L” indicates lesson. Lessons are numbered sequentially. | RTE = Resident Training Exercises | RTL = Resident Training Classroom Lessons

Course ID Description Clock Hours
Orientation 1
RTL-1 Heavy Equipment Safety 8
RTL-2 Tractor Loader Backhoe Controls, Pre-Operation Inspection 2
RTL-3 Tractor Loader Backhoe Types, Uses and Components 2
RTL-4 Tractor Loader Backhoe Safety, Inspection and Service Guidelines 2
RTL-5 Basic Startup and Operating Procedures 2
RTL-6 Basic Maneuvers and Operations 2
RTL-7 Loading a Tractor Loader Backhoe onto a Lowboy Trailer 2
RTL-8 Transport and Storage of Materials 2
RTL-9 Tractor Loader Backhoe Simulator Training and Exercises 25
Job Placement Assistance 1
Class Graduation and Exit Interview 1
TOTAL CLASSROOM THEORY HOURS 50
Course ID Description Clock Hours
RTE-1 Heavy Equipment Safety – Performance Tasks 2
RTE-2 Prestart Inspection and Preventative Maintenance on a Tractor Loader Backhoe 4
RTE-3 Startup, Warm-up, and Shutdown Procedures 4
RTE-4 Tractor Loader Backhoe Basic Maneuvers 10
RTE-5 Tractor Loader Backhoe Operation 10
TOTAL HANDS ON EQUIPMENT PROJECTS & EXERCISES HOURS 30
TOTAL TRAINING HOURS 80
Heavy Now Catalog

NCEER

After completing National Training’s Heavy Now Course, students receive a Certificate of Completion, NCCER Registry entry, and can access full program, curriculum, and certification details in the Heavy Now Program Catalog.

Tractor Loader Backhoe Program Catalog

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Tractor Loader Backhoe COURSE SCHEDULE Schedule

80 Hour, 2 week Training Course

Upcoming Starting and Ending dates for our Tractor Loader Backhoe training classes are shown below

Start End
January 6, 2025 January 17, 2025
February 3, 2025 February 14, 2025
March 3, 2025 March 14, 2025
March 31, 2025 April 11, 2025
April 28, 2025 May 9, 2025
May 27, 2025 June 6, 2025
June 23, 2025 July 3, 2025
July 21, 2025 August 1, 2025
August 18, 2025 August 29, 2025
September 15, 2025 September 26, 2025
October 13, 2025 October 24, 2025
November 10, 2025 November 21, 2025
December 1, 2025 December 12, 2025

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. What is the Tractor Loader Backhoe Course?
A. The Tractor Loader Backhoe Course is a focused heavy equipment training program that teaches students how to safely and effectively operate a tractor loader backhoe through classroom instruction, simulator practice, and hands-on training.
Q. How long does the Tractor Loader Backhoe Course take to complete?
A. The course is completed in approximately two weeks, providing concentrated tractor loader backhoe training and practical operating experience.
Q. What certification do students receive after completing the course?
A. Students receive a Certificate of Completion and entry into the NCCER Registry for Tractor Loader Backhoe Operation, a nationally recognized credential valued by employers.
Q. Who should consider enrolling in this course?
A. This course is ideal for individuals seeking backhoe operator training, those pursuing heavy equipment operator training, or students looking for focused instruction through equipment operator schools.