What is Class B CDL ELDT Training?
Federal law requires anyone obtaining a Class B CDL to complete ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) theory before their DMV will issue the license. Our course is delivered by an FMCSA-registered provider — and your completion is automatically reported to the FMCSA registry, so there's zero paperwork on your end.
What Vehicles Require a Class B CDL?
- Straight trucks and box trucks (26,001+ lbs GVWR)
- City buses and public transit vehicles
- School buses and charter coaches
- Dump trucks (without heavy trailers)
- Cement mixers and specialized delivery trucks
- Any Class C vehicle
What's Covered in the Course?
All content is aligned with FMCSA's required curriculum for Class B entry-level drivers:
- Basic operation of single commercial vehicles
- Pre-trip vehicle inspection and maintenance
- Safe driving for large single-unit vehicles
- Passenger safety and emergency evacuation (bus-specific)
- Hours of Service (HOS) regulations
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- Urban and suburban driving techniques
- Emergency procedures and accident response
Who Needs This?
- Anyone obtaining a Class B CDL for the first time
- School bus drivers getting a CDL endorsement
- Transit and city bus operators
- Delivery and box truck drivers moving to CDL vehicles
- Anyone reinstating an expired Class B CDL
💼 Class B CDL Career Earnings
Class B CDL jobs are known for great work-life balance — most drivers are home every day. School bus drivers, transit operators, and local delivery drivers typically earn $40,000–$65,000/year, with experienced municipal bus drivers reaching $70,000+. A $35 investment to start that career is a no-brainer.
Is This the Only Training Required?
This course covers the theory/knowledge requirement. You'll still need behind-the-wheel skills training with an approved driving school before your CDL skills test. Think of this as Step 1 — the fastest and most affordable step in the process.