Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Overview

As of February 7, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires all new commercial driver applicants to complete Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) through a registered training provider. FleetSafetyExpert.com offers FMCSA-compliant, instructor-led ELDT Theory Only courses designed to meet federal requirements and prepare drivers for success in the commercial transportation industry.

Who Needs ELDT?

You are required to complete ELDT if you are:

• Applying for your first Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

• Upgrading from a Class B to a Class A CDL

• Pursuing your first passenger (P), school bus (S), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement

What ELDT Includes

FleetSafetyExpert.com currently offers ELDT Theory Only training, which fulfills the knowledge-based portion of the FMCSA requirements under 49 CFR Part 380. Our course covers:

• Safe Operating Procedures

• Basic Vehicle Control and Handling

• Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections

• Hours of Service and Fatigue Management

• Hazard Perception, Emergency Protocols, and More

Students must demonstrate comprehension through periodic quizzes and a final assessment. All instruction is delivered in a live, instructor-led virtual classroom format.

Why Choose FleetSafetyExpert.com?

• FMCSA-Registered Training Provider

• Certified instructor with extensive experience in safety and compliance.

• Convenient remote access to training—ideal for busy schedules and remote learners

• Tailored to meet the needs of individual drivers and fleet operators.

Training Records and Certification

Upon successful completion, training records are uploaded to the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR). A certificate of completion is also issued. This verification is required before you may take the CDL skills test or knowledge test for certain endorsements.