America’s favorite profession
America’s
favorite
profession
Get your CDL permit & start a new high-paying career in 4 weeks
AVG TRUCKING
SALARY
vs
MEDIAN SALARY
IN THE US
something for everyone
Whether you like to travel the country or stay home, whether you like to work for a big company with all its perks or start your own business, trucking has a path for you.
Local/regional driving
For those who want to be home at night. This trucking type means driving routes with multiple stops and let’s you get home multiple times a week.
Over-the-road driving
For those who want to explore the country. This tends to pay the most and will have you explore the country in a comfortable sleeper cab.
Specialty driving
Drive a schoolbus, small delivery truck, garbage truck. With a CDL license, you can get any sort of driving job around your home.
OPERATOR AND Entrepreneur
Train as a driver, learn the trade and become an owner operator. Nearly 1 million truck drivers run their own fleet in thriving self-employed businesses.
Everything you need to secure a cdl and more
Class A CDL Theory
✓ The best license to get in trucking, lets you drive almost every vehicle
✓ Gets you access to almost every job -- it's the universal trucking license
✓ The quicker license to get if you know what type of vehicle you want to drive
✓ Limits the type of jobs you can get, useful for people who already have a job lined up
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying HazMat jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying Passenger jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
Class B CDL Theory
✓ The best license to get in trucking, lets you drive almost every vehicle
✓ Gets you access to almost every job -- it's the universal trucking license
✓ The quicker license to get if you know what type of vehicle you want to drive
✓ Limits the type of jobs you can get, useful for people who already have a job lined up
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying HazMat jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying Passenger jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
Hazmat Endorsement
✓ The best license to get in trucking, lets you drive almost every vehicle
✓ Gets you access to almost every job -- it's the universal trucking license
✓ The quicker license to get if you know what type of vehicle you want to drive
✓ Limits the type of jobs you can get, useful for people who already have a job lined up
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying HazMat jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying Passenger jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
Passenger Endorsement
✓ The best license to get in trucking, lets you drive almost every vehicle
✓ Gets you access to almost every job -- it's the universal trucking license
✓ The quicker license to get if you know what type of vehicle you want to drive
✓ Limits the type of jobs you can get, useful for people who already have a job lined up
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying HazMat jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying Passenger jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
Entrepreneurial Guide
✓ The best license to get in trucking, lets you drive almost every vehicle
✓ Gets you access to almost every job -- it's the universal trucking license
✓ The quicker license to get if you know what type of vehicle you want to drive
✓ Limits the type of jobs you can get, useful for people who already have a job lined up
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying HazMat jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
✓ Gets you access to high‑paying Passenger jobs that most licenses can't drive
✓ Only do this if you already have a CDL license
Frequently asked questions
General Questions
ELDT Nation is an FMCSA-approved training provider specializing in Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT). Our online, self-paced courses help students fulfill federal CDL requirements by providing interactive learning tools, videos, quizzes, and support to ensure they pass their theory training with confidence.
Sign up online and create an account
Select your training course (Class A, Class B, or an endorsement).
Learn at your own pace through engaging video lessons and interactive quizzes.
Pass the required assessments with a minimum score of 80%.
We automatically submit your results to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR).
Download your Certificate of Completion and move on to your hands-on training with a CDL school.
A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) allows individuals to legally operate large commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks, buses, and tanker trucks. CDLs are issued by individual state DMVs but must comply with federal FMCSA regulations. A CDL is required for most professional driving jobs.
ELDT stands for Entry-Level Driver Training, a federally mandated training requirement for individuals obtaining their CDL for the first time or adding specific endorsements.
ELDT training is divided into:
1. Theory Training (provided by ELDT Nation) – Covers road safety, driving regulations, vehicle inspection, and more.
2. Behind-the-Wheel Training (completed with a CDL school) – Covers hands-on vehicle operation, maneuvering, and real-world driving.
Both are required before scheduling your state CDL skills exam.
Course & Training Questions
Yes! Our training meets FMCSA federal standards, meaning it is valid nationwide. However, some states may have additional CDL requirements, so we recommend checking with your state DMV or local CDL schools for any extra steps.
CDL & Endorsements
Class A CDL: Allows you to operate large tractor-trailers (18-wheelers), tankers, flatbeds, and combinations exceeding 26,001 lbs, with a towed trailer over 10,000 lbs.
Class B CDL: Allows you to operate smaller commercial vehicles, such as box trucks, dump trucks, school buses, and public transit buses under 26,000 lbs, with trailers less than 10,000 lbs.
Hazmat (H) – Requires ELDT theory training, a written test at the DMV, and a TSA background check.
Passenger (P) & School Bus (S) – Requires ELDT training, a written test, and behind-the-wheel training with a registered provider.
It depends on the trucking industry sector you plan to enter. Some employers require specialized endorsements (e.g., Hazmat for fuel transport, Passenger for bus driving). Checking job postings or speaking with potential employers is the best way to determine which endorsements you need.
Enrollment & Payment Questions
Yes! ELDT Nation provides flexible payment options, including installment plans and financing to make training accessible to everyone.
No! We believe in transparent pricing. Your upfront payment includes everything needed to complete your training, with no surprise charges.
Yes! We partner with trucking companies and CDL schools to offer discounted bulk pricing for teams or student groups. Contact us for a customized training plan.
