FMCSA-APPROVED CDL ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING (ELDT) – CLASS A
Starting February 7, 2022, individuals who obtain a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) must complete this course before being eligible to take their CDL skills test. Upon course completion, the results will be automatically sent to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. CDL Testing centers will retrieve these results from the registry before providing any testing services, confirming that the student has finished the course.
This training program includes the following 30 units for the CDL Class A ELDT as required by the FMCSA:
- Getting Started
- Control Systems and Dashboard Overview
- Pre- and Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
- Basic Vehicle Control
- Operating Transmissions and Shifting Gears
- Reversing and Docking
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Visual Awareness
- Effective Communication
- Managing Distractions While Driving
- Managing Speed
- Managing Space
- Driving at Night
- Extreme Driving Challenges
- Identifying Hazards
- Skid Control, Jackknifing, and Emergency Situations
- Railway-Highway Intersection Safety
- Recognizing and Diagnosing Vehicle Issues
- Roadside Inspections
- The Importance of Maintenance
- Cargo Management and Documentation
- Environmental Compliance and Air Quality
- Hours of Service Regulations
- Awareness of Fatigue and Well-being
- Steps to Take After a Collision
- Professional Communication Skills
- Reporting Concerns/Coercion
- Planning Your Trip
- Drugs and Alcohol
- Health and Fitness Standards
How to Begin Your Journey:
Sign Up for Our Online Program
Registering is quick and easy, taking just a few minutes. Once registered, you can start the course right away. No waiting in lines or attending in-person classes.
Start the Course
Access the course anytime, anywhere, from any device. We track your progress, so just log in and complete each section at your own pace and convenience.
Complete the Course
Once you finish the course, we will send your completion results to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). You can then proceed to the behind-the-wheel training phase.
Thank you!
