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America's #1 Online ELDT Training.
FMCSA Compliant Safe ELDT Courses
Courses starting at $25 with fast certification, 100% online theory, and automatic FMCSA TPR submission.
- Students
- 200K+
- Rating
- 4.9/5
- Compliance
- FMCSA Ready
Take a quick look at the CDL PowerSuite™ platform and see how we keep ELDT training modern, flexible, and compliant.
Popular Programs
Choose Your ELDT Path.
Theory-only, fully online courses written by certified CDL instructors and submitted to the FMCSA the moment you finish
Class A CDL
Full Class A theory curriculum plus pre-trip essentials and backing maneuvers.
- ✔ 100% online modules
- ✔ FMCSA TPR submission
- ✔ Printable study guides
Class B CDL
Comprehensive theory for straight trucks, buses, and local delivery fleets.
- ✔ Self-paced lessons
- ✔ Progress tracking dashboard
- ✔ Completion certificate
Hazmat Endorsement (H)
Prepare for transporting hazardous materials with safety-first training.
- ✔ TSA and security modules
- ✔ Real-world scenarios
- ✔ Knowledge checks throughout
Passenger & School Bus
Focused training for S/P endorsements covering passenger safety and logistics.
- ✔ Student management best practices
- ✔ Emergency response training
- ✔ Checklist downloads
Trusted by Over 200,000 CDL Students Nationwide
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How It Works
Complete Your ELDT Certification in Three Steps
Meet every FMCSA requirement with guided modules, practice assessments, and automatic reporting.
1
Enroll & Learn
Log in instantly, track progress, and revisit lessons anytime with downloadable study guides.
2
Pass Knowledge Checks
Each section finishes with quizzes that mirror CDL permit and endorsement exams.
3
Automatic FMCSA Submission
We upload your results to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry instantly—no paperwork needed.
Preview the Course
Sample Lessons From the ELDT MasterCourse™
Watch clips directly from the theory curriculum—recorded by real instructors in real training yards.
- ✔ Modernized backing maneuvers.
- ✔ Pre-trip inspection walkthroughs
- ✔ Control systems inside the cab
- ✔ Safety and communication best practices
Instructor Led.
ELDT.com training courses provide everything you need for online theory and to better prepare you for in-person behind-the-wheel training.
Why students choose us
Real-world examples, updated lessons, and instructors who've trained thousands of drivers.
For ELDT Trainers
CDL PowerSuite™ keeps your training business compliant
Manage students, track progress, and submit completions to the FMCSA in one dashboard.
- 1 Online classroom management with automatic progress syncing
- 2 Built-in document storage and compliance checklists
- 3 One-click FMCSA TPR submissions for every student
Resources
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From exam prep to financing options, we curate the most requested resources to help you launch or grow your CDL career.
CDL Training Roadmap3
Understand timelines, required paperwork, and how to combine classroom and behind-the-wheel training efficiently.
View GuideFinancing Your Training.
Compare tuition assistance, grants, and employer sponsorships tailored to CDL students.
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Find registered BTW providers in every state and coordinate range/road evaluations.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ELDT theory, FMCSA requirements, and getting on the road.
ELDT sets federal baseline requirements for commercial driver instruction. It covers theory and behind-the-wheel components and is mandatory for new CDL applicants, CDL upgrades, and first-time S, P, or H endorsements.
Yes. CDL-LMS is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, which is the database every DMV checks when you schedule your skills test.
Your completion is uploaded to the FMCSA TPR instantly after you pass the final theory assessment. You will also receive a downloadable certificate for your records.
Yes. Theory must be paired with BTW training through a registered provider. Use our resource directory to find local partners for range and road evaluations.
Absolutely. CDL PowerSuite™ gives trainers a branded portal to enroll students, assign lessons, monitor progress, and submit completions with one click.