Online ELDT Training
Your CDL career
starts here.
FMCSA-compliant online ELDT theory training built for your schedule—and the road ahead.
Learn at your pace
Free CDL study tools
Prepare for your CLP and ELDT theory.
Use CDL practice tests for permit topics or study all 30 ELDT theory modules with summaries, flashcards, randomized quizzes, and readiness tracking.
Pick your path
ELDT courses for your next move
Choose the course that matches your CDL goal. Each course opens securely in the ELDT Info course portal.
Combination vehicles
ELDT Class A
Complete the required theory training for a Class A CDL and prepare for a career driving tractor-trailers.
Straight trucks & buses
ELDT Class B
Build the required knowledge for a Class B CDL with flexible online training designed around your schedule.
Hazardous materials
HazMat Endorsement
Meet the ELDT theory requirement for your HazMat endorsement and learn to transport regulated materials safely.
Simple by design
Training that keeps you moving forward.
Start online, learn on your schedule, and complete the required theory training without putting your life on hold.
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Choose your course
Select Class A, Class B, or HazMat based on your licensing goal.
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Learn online
Study the required theory lessons from your phone, tablet, or computer.
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Complete your training
Finish the course and move on to the next step of your CDL journey.
Quick answers
Before you start
What is ELDT?
Entry-Level Driver Training is federally required training for many first-time CDL applicants and certain endorsements.
Can I complete the theory course online?
Yes. ELDT Info courses are designed for flexible online theory study from a connected device.
Which course should I choose?
Choose Class A for combination vehicles, Class B for heavy straight vehicles, or HazMat if you are adding an H endorsement.
Who is required to complete ELDT?
ELDT generally applies to drivers obtaining a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, upgrading from Class B to Class A, or earning a school bus, passenger, or HazMat endorsement for the first time.
Is ELDT Info an FMCSA-compliant training provider?
Yes. ELDT Info provides ELDT theory training that follows federal curriculum requirements and reports successful completions to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry.
What score do I need to pass ELDT theory?
Federal ELDT rules require a score of at least 80% on the theory assessment. You can review the material and continue working until you meet the passing requirement.
How long does an online ELDT course take?
The courses are self-paced, so completion time depends on your schedule and learning speed. You can study when convenient and return to continue your progress.
What happens after I complete the course?
After you successfully complete the required theory training, your result is reported to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. You can then continue with the remaining permit, skills-training, testing, or endorsement steps that apply to you.
Does ELDT replace behind-the-wheel training?
No. Class A and Class B applicants must also complete required behind-the-wheel training with an eligible provider before taking the CDL skills test. HazMat applicants have a theory requirement but no separate HazMat behind-the-wheel curriculum.
Can I take the course on my phone or tablet?
Yes. You can access the online course from a connected phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
Is ELDT valid in every state?
ELDT is a federal requirement, and training reported to the FMCSA registry is recognized nationwide. Your state may have additional licensing steps, fees, or testing requirements.
What information do I need when enrolling?
Use your legal name, date of birth, driver license or permit number, and issuing state exactly as they appear on your official document. Accurate information helps prevent reporting delays.
Ready when you are
Take the first step toward your CDL.
Choose your ELDT course and start learning today.
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