Entry Level Driver Training Courses
In-Person Classroom or Online
The Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations establish new Federal minimum training standards for entry-level drivers. (49 CFR 380, Appendix's A through E) This includes individuals applying for:
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A Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) for the first time
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An upgrade of an existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL
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A school bus (S), passenger (P), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement for the first time
Beginning February 7, 2022, the ELDT compliance date, drivers must have completed the required entry-level driver training from a provider registered with FMCSA before taking a CDL skills or knowledge test to obtain one of the licenses or endorsements listed above.
How do the ELDT regulations impact current CDL holders?
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Current CDL holders who apply for an S, P, or H endorsement on or after February 7, 2022 are subject to ELDT requirements for those endorsements.
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The ELDT requirements for obtaining the S, P, or H endorsements also apply to drivers who obtain their CLP or CDL after February 7, 2022.
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Note: CEE does not offer School bus (S) training courses.
Theory (Classroom or Online) for Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT):
ELDT (Entry Level Driver Training) Theory Course – CDL A and CDL B
This theory course is training to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for new entry level drivers getting their commercial driver license, CDL A or CDL B. Curriculum topics include basic operation, safe operating practices, advanced operating practices, vehicle systems and reporting malfunctions, and non-driving activities, all are covered in detail, per 49 CFR 380, Appendix A & Appendix B.
This course requires an overall minimum score of 80% on the theory assessment. Individuals who do not meet the minimum score must seek additional training until a successful score is reached in order to attend Behind-the-Wheel skills training.
Prerequisites: Commercial Learners Permit (CLP IA or IB)
Tuition: In-person (7-day) course: $1,100.00
Book: $60.00
Online course: $250.00
Please select the preferred course on the application.
DOT Substance Test: $70.00 (required prior to attending BTW course)
ELDT Passenger Bus Theory Course
This theory course is training to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for new entry-level drivers getting their commercial driver's license CDL B or CDL C with Passenger Endorsement. All required topics are covered in detail, per 49 CFR 380, Appendix C.
This course requires an overall minimum score of 80% on the theory assessment. Individuals who do not meet the minimum score must seek additional training until a successful score is reached in order to attend Behind-the-Wheel skills training.
Prerequisites: Commercial Learners Permit (CLP IB or IC with Passenger Endorsement)
Tuition: In-person (3-day) course: $500.00
Book: $40.00
Online course: $200.00
Please select the preferred course on the application.
DOT Substance Test: $70.00 (required prior to attending BTW course)
Note: Individuals who do not currently hold a commercial driver's license must attend the ELDT Theory and BTW for a CDL A/B with successful completion and verified in the FMCSR TPR database prior to enrollment.
ELDT Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) Theory Course
This theory course is training to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for obtaining a Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) on a Commercial Driver License. This course requires an overall minimum score of 80% in order to take the written Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) test at DMV. All required topics are covered in detail, per 49 CFR 380, Appendix E.
Passing this course is required before DMV will allow you to take the written hazardous materials endorsement test.
Tuition: In-person (8-hr) course: $250.00
Book: $40.00
Online course: $200.00
Please select the preferred course on the application.