{"product_id":"entry-level-driver-training-eldt-class-b","title":"Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) for Class B","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eGet the training you need to meet FMCSA requirements and prepare to obtain your entry-level driver training (ELDT) Class B commercial driver's license (CDL).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES7005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has established minimum training standards for individuals applying for their Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) for the first time. If you are interested in obtaining your Class B CDL, you are subject to the entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements. This Class B CDL theory course was created in collaboration with an approved training provider listed on FMCSA's Training Provider Registry (TPR) and must be completed for a driver to be eligible to take the state Class B CDL exam administered by the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Class B CDL training course is designed for Class B commercial motor vehicle drivers who are seeking a CDL and intended to \u003cstrong\u003eonly\u003c\/strong\u003e meet all theory (knowledge) requirements listed in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 49 CFR Part 380, Special Training Requirements. This includes sections covering basic operation, safe operating procedures, advanced operating practices, vehicle systems and reporting malfunctions, and non-driving activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of this online course, our system will automatically upload your ELDT records to the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) TPR. You can take your state's CDL test upon completing other federal training requirements, such as behind-the-wheel training. Those who successfully take the CDL test will be issued a state CDL and may be eligible to be hired by companies that operate Class B trucks in commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: There are no refunds or transfers for this course. This course is excluded from Hope Training Academy standard refund and transfer policies. Once access to the course is provided, no refunds or transfers will be allowed. This course includes the required ELDT theory exams for each of the units.; it does NOT include the behind-the-wheel training, cost of the CDL test, or other state exam charges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eState Compliance Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) courses do not meet state requirements in Virginia or Washington. If you reside in either state, this online course will not be accepted by state authorities and cannot be used to fulfill ELDT training requirements. Learners in these states must complete an approved in-person program to satisfy compliance standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Operation: Teaches the interaction between driver-trainees and the CMV, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), introduction to the basic CMV instruments and controls, basic operating characteristics of a CMV, vehicle inspections, controlling the motion of CMVs under various road and traffic conditions, and employing shifting and backing techniques for CMVs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafe Operating Procedures: Teaches driver-trainees the practices required for the safe operation of the heavy vehicle on the highway under various road, weather, and traffic conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvanced Operating Practices: Teaches driver-trainees about the advanced skills necessary to recognize potential hazards and handle a CMV when faced with a hazard\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions: Teaches driver-trainees the vehicle and its systems and subsystems, vehicle inspection, operation, and maintenance, and the impact of those factors upon highway safety and operational efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNon-Driving Activities: Teaches driver-trainees the activities that do not involve actually operating the CMV, such as cargo handling, environmental issues, driver hours of service, post-crash procedures, drugs and alcohol, and trip planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSatisfies ELDT requirements for obtaining the Class B CDL for individuals who obtain a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) on or after February 7, 2022\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepares the student to take the state-administered CDL skills test\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnables the driver to operate specialized CMVs upon issuance of the CDL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpon completion of this course, the results will be submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnrolled students are invited to attend our exclusive annual virtual National Apprenticeship Week events, featuring live webinars, workshops, and employer interactions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e Details \u003cp\u003eAdditionally, once enrolled in an ELDT course, you will receive access to the following free and optional CDL Permit Prep courses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Prep: Air Brakes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Prep: Combination Vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Prep: Hazardous Materials\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Preps: Doubles \u0026amp; Triples\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Prep: Tankers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCDL Permit Prep: General Knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prep courses for the required CDL written exams taken through your local DMV are based on the CDL Class chosen and your state's requirements. Each state has different requirements for the CDL Class A, B, or Hazardous Materials, so obtaining the manual for your specific area is recommended. These can be found online, or a book may be picked up at your local DMV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Operation \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrientation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eControl Systems\/Dashboard\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePre- and Post-Trip Inspections\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic Control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShifting\/Operating Transmissions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBacking and Docking\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafe Operating Procedures \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eVisual Search\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDistracted Driving\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpeed Management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace Management\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNight Operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtreme Driving Conditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvanced Operating Practices \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eHazard Perception\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkid Control\/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRailroad-Highway Grade Crossings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoadside Inspections\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNon-Driving Activities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eHandling and Documenting Cargo\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnvironmental Compliance Issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHours of Service Requirements\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFatigue and Wellness Awareness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePost-Crash Procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExternal Communications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhistleblower\/Coercion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrip Planning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrugs\/Alcohol\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMedical Requirements\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 10 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. 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If you reside in either state, this online course will not be accepted by state authorities and cannot be used to fulfill ELDT training requirements. Learners in these states must complete an approved in-person program to satisfy compliance standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach state’s licensure or certification authority is responsible for establishing the requirements for professional licensure or certification in its state. Completing this program does not guarantee professional licensure or certification. Eligibility may also depend on factors like work experience, professional examinations, passing a background check, and other criteria. Students are encouraged to contact the appropriate state licensing authority to confirm the requirements for licensure or a certificate in the state where they live, work, or intend to live or work.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the refund and transfer policy for this ELDT training course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course does not fall under the Hope Training Academy standard refund or transfer policies. Once access to the course is provided, no refunds or transfers will be allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Class B license?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Class B commercial driver's license is required to operate any single vehicle that is not hitched to a trailer. For example, commercial trucks with an attached cab and cargo area with a combined weight greater than 26,000 pounds and trucks with a detached towed cargo vehicle that weighs less than 10,000 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can I drive with a Class B CDL? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith your Class B CDL, you can drive straight trucks, large buses (city buses, tourist buses, and school buses), segmented buses, box trucks (including delivery trucks and furniture trucks), dump trucks with small trailers, and some Class C vehicles with the correct endorsements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndorsements include Passenger (P), allowing you to carry passengers, Tank (T), allowing you to drive trucks containing liquid cargo, and H (Hazardous Materials), allowing you to drive trucks containing such hazardous materials as flammable liquids, explosives, or radioactive substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo obtain an endorsement, you will need to pass a specialized knowledge exam and possibly a specialized driving skills test. To obtain an H, P, or School Bus (S) endorsement, you must successfully complete training from FMCSA-approved training providers. You must also undergo a thorough background check to obtain an S endorsement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course includes the required ELDT theory exams for each of the units.; it does NOT include the behind-the-wheel training, cost of the CDL test, or other state exam charges.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I guaranteed a job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. 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