✅ FMCSA Registered Provider

ELDT Training for
California CDL Drivers

Complete your FMCSA-required entry-level driver training 100% online. DMV-ready certificate auto-uploaded to the FMCSA registry. Done in under 1 hour.

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⚡ Done in Under 1 Hour
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Available Courses for California Drivers

All courses are FMCSA-registered and accepted at California DMV locations statewide.

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Class A CDL
Full combination vehicle theory training. Required before your CA CDL skills test.
$45
⏱ Under 1 hour
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Class B CDL
Single vehicle theory training for California Class B license applicants.
$45
⏱ Under 1 hour
Start Class B →
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HAZMAT Endorsement
Add your H endorsement in California. Earn $5K-$15K more per year as a HAZMAT driver.
$50
⏱ Under 1 hour
Start HAZMAT →
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B to A Upgrade
Already have Class B in California? Upgrade to Class A with this short course.
$40
⏱ Under 1 hour
Start Upgrade →
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Passenger Endorsement
Required for California drivers transporting 16+ passengers commercially.
$35
⏱ Under 1 hour
Start Passenger →
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Forklift Certification
OSHA-compliant forklift operator certification for California warehouse and logistics workers.
$35
⏱ Under 1 hour
Get Certified →

How It Works

Three simple steps to get your California ELDT certificate.

1

Register & Pay

Create your account, choose your course, and pay securely. Takes less than 2 minutes.

2

Complete Training

Go through the self-paced online course on any device. Free retakes included.

3

Get Your Certificate

Your ELDT certificate is auto-uploaded to the FMCSA registry. Show up to your CA DMV and you're done.

ELDT Requirements in California

As of February 2022, the FMCSA requires all first-time CDL applicants to complete Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) from a registered training provider before taking their CDL skills test.

This applies to all California drivers applying for a Class A CDL, Class B CDL, or any endorsement including HAZMAT, Passenger, and School Bus.

ELDT365 is registered with the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) and fully accepted by the California DMV.

Start Your California ELDT →
FMCSA Registered Listed on the official Training Provider Registry — accepted statewide in California
Auto-Uploaded Certificate Your completion is sent directly to the FMCSA registry — no paperwork needed
100% Online No need to visit a school in California — complete from your phone or computer
Free Retakes Retake any quiz as many times as needed — no extra charge
Starting at $45 Affordable ELDT training for California drivers — no hidden fees

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from California CDL applicants.

Is ELDT365 accepted in California?
Yes. ELDT365 is registered on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) and is accepted by all California DMV locations for CDL licensing purposes.
How long does the California ELDT course take?
Most California drivers complete the course in under 1 hour. You can pause and resume anytime on any device.
Do I need ELDT for my California CDL?
Yes. Since February 7, 2022, all first-time CDL applicants in California must complete ELDT from an FMCSA-registered provider before taking their skills test.
How does my certificate get to the California DMV?
Automatically. When you complete your course, ELDT365 uploads your completion record directly to the FMCSA registry. Your California DMV pulls it from there — you don't need to bring any paperwork.
Can I do the ELDT course on my phone in California?
Yes! ELDT365 is fully mobile-friendly. Many California drivers complete the course on their phone during breaks or after work.
What's included in the California HAZMAT endorsement course?
The HAZMAT course covers safe transport of hazardous materials, FMCSA regulations, placarding, and emergency procedures — everything required by the FMCSA for the H endorsement in California.

Ready to Get Your California CDL?

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