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Demystifying ELDT: What Every CDL Applicant Needs to Know

Posted in Blog on October 30th, 2025.

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Demystifying ELDT Regulations

Some say obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) has become more complicated because of the new Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements.

We disagree!

License/Endorsement ELDT Verification Occurs Before: Is Theory Training Required? Is Behind-the-Wheel Training Required?
Class A CDL (new or upgrade) CDL skills test Yes Yes – Range and Public Road
Class B CDL CDL skills test Yes Yes – Range and Public Road
Passenger (P) endorsement P skills test Yes Yes – Range or Public Road
School bus (S) endorsement S skills test Yes Yes – Range or Public Road
Hazardous materials (H) endorsement H knowledge test Yes No

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All CDL applicants are also subject to an age requirement, a DOT physical, fingerprinting, and a background check to confirm identity, driving history, and training.

Smart Horizons provides online theory training that can be completed on your schedule.

Questions? We’re here to help!

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Smart Horizons is serving Utah via Contract #MA4886 to provide Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) theory. Details are available from the Utah Division of Purchasing and General Services.

ELDT Theory Training Contact Us

Here to support your journey,

Patrick Willi
850-475-4024 Office
800-261-6248 Customer Support
pdwilli@smarthorizons.org

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