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So, you want to drive professionally. Where do you start? What’s required? How long will the training take? Where can you find a job after you have your license?
INFINIT-I makes taking your CDL training quick and easy. Our simple online training has helped thousands of drivers start careers across North America. Get started now, so you can get driving faster.
How to Get a CDL in 5 Steps
Step 1
Pick Your CDL and Endorsement
Decide which type of CDL and endorsements you’ll need.
Class A CDL covers any combination of vehicles with a weight rating over 26,001 pounds, inclusive of a towed unit(s) with a weight rating of over 10,000 pounds. Think of over-the-road dry vans or tank trucks that have a tractor and trailer.
Class B CDL covers any single vehicle with a weight rating of over 26,001 pounds, or a vehicle towing a vehicle with a weight that doesn’t exceed 10,000 pounds. Think box trucks for regional and local deliveries, coaches, and school buses.
Endorsements are required for specialized transport, such as hauling Doubles and Triples (T), Passengers (P), Tanks (N), Hazardous Materials (H), and School Bus (S).
Step 2
Get a Commercial Learner’s Permit
Next, you’ll have to get a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and hold it for a minimum of 14 days. Check your state’s Department of Public Safety or Department of Transportation for state-specific criteria for the CLP.
Much like a standard driver’s license learner’s permit, this will allow you to operate a commercial vehicle alongside a CDL holder. To get one, your driving record will be checked for the last 10 years, and you’ll be required to take a physical to get your DOT medical card.
Infinit-I’s ELDT theory training, which is required to get your CDL, is a great study tool to help prepare for your CLP exam. As an added bonus, it is also required by the FMCSA for new CDL holders. Finishing your ELDT theory as preparation for the CLP exam will kill two birds with one stone.
Step 3
Complete Required CDL Training (ELDT)
In order to secure your CDL, you must take the FMCSA-mandated CDL training—Entry Level Driver Training. As of February 7, 2022, the FMCSA requires new and upgraded CDL holders to complete ELDT (theory and behind-the-wheel) by an approved training provider.
INFINIT-I’s FMCSA-approved ELDT theory training has helped thousands of drivers obtain their CDL. It covers Class A, Class B, Passenger Endorsement, School Bus Endorsement, and HazMat Endorsement.
As an approved FMCSA provider of ELDT theory training, we also automatically submit your training records to the FMCSA, so you don’t have to worry about keeping track of critical paperwork.
Step 4
Schedule and Take The Skills Tests
After obtaining your CLP and completing your ELDT, you’ll need to pass all three parts of the Skills Test through your state agency. This includes the Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Controls Test, and Road Test, which commonly consist of:
- Pre-Trip Inspection
- Parallel Parking
- Off Set Backing
- Straight-Line Backing
- Upshifting & Downshifting
- Lane Change & Merging
- Use of Lanes & Right-of-Way
- Traffic Signs & Signals
- Left & Right Turns
- Intersections & Railroad Crossing
- Curves
- Roadside Stop/Start
Step 5
Congratulations! You Have Your CDL!
Once you’ve passed and your results have been processed, you should receive your CDL the same day or through the mail, depending on the state.
Now you can start job-hunting. Make sure you look for companies that care about driver well-being and safety.
In the United States, you must be 21 years old to drive interstate (across state lines) professionally. Many companies require a minimum of 2 years experience. If you’re a young driver, look for intrastate (within a state) driving jobs to start gaining experience..
You can also look at the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program for driving careers starting as young as 18. SDAP job opportunities can be found here.
Visit the FMCSA website for more information on how to get a CDL.
Infinit-I’s Fast, Easy Online CDL Training
Prep for your Commercial Learners Permit and complete the FMCSA-mandated ELDT theory training faster with Infinit-I.
Online & App Access
Complete your training anytime, anywhere with online and app access that saves your place as you go.
Short & To-The-Point Videos
Each video is under 10 minutes and includes quizzes along the way so you can break up study time.
Quick to Complete
Finish Infinit-I’s online ELDT theory training for your CDL in under 12 hours at your own pace.
Instant Reporting
We automatically report completed training to the FMCSA, so there is a record of completion.
CDL Training for $197
Infinit-I’s FMCSA-approved ELDT theory training is quick, easy to use, and only costs $197.
Included CDL Training Topics
For only $197, you’ll have access to FMCSA-approved theory training for Class A, Class B, and the H, P, and S Endorsements.
Class A and Class B CDLs
- Class A and B training covers Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo, Combination Vehicles, Pre-Trip Inspections, and Airbrakes for different types of vehicles.
- Class A includes vehicles like tractor-trailers, tankers, and livestock carriers.
- Class B includes straight trucks, large buses, box trucks, and dump trucks.
- Class B for School Buses covers Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo, Transporting Passengers, Pre-Trip Inspections, Airbrakes, and additional School Bus Training that’s essential for school bus drivers and driving coaches.
Hazmat, Passenger, and School Bus Endorsements
- The Hazardous Materials Endorsement covers inspecting tank vehicles, driving tank vehicles, safe driving rules for hazmat, the intent of regulations, bulk tank loading and unloading, markings, driver responsibilities, driving and parking rules, communications rules, emergencies, and loading and unloading.
- The Passenger Endorsement covers vehicle inspection, loading, on the road, after-trip vehicle inspection, prohibited practices, and use of brake-door interlocks.
- The School Bus Endorsement covers danger zones, use of mirrors, loading and unloading, emergency exit and evacuation, railroad-highway grade crossings, student management, anti-lock braking systems, and special safety considerations.
Take it all, or just take what you need. It’s all available to you with your 1-year subscription of only $197.
Prepare for the Commercial Learners Permit Test with CDL Training
Our ELDT theory training has drastically improved CLP exam pass rates
Thousands of prospective drivers have used our ELDT courses to study for their CLP exam. Prepping for CDL training with our online ELDT program has drastically improved pass rates while saving them time and money.
Each ELDT lesson covers only the important information you need to know to prepare for your CLP and get your CDL.
These ELDT courses are designed to prepare drivers for the Class A and B license and the P, S, and H Endorsements.
An added bonus? ELDT is a required step in CDL training, so you’ll be taking care of two things at once.
Prep for your CLP AND take care of required ELDT theory training at the same time.
Finish CDL Training in Under 12 Hours
Check the box faster on CLP test prep and required ELDT theory training.
Finish INFINIT-I’s online ELDT theory training for your CDL in under 12 hours
Each ELDT section features short videos and quizzes, so you can break up study time and learn at your own pace. This microlearning method has been proven to improve comprehension, save time, and get you on the road faster.
A certificate of completion is generated when you’re done, and our system even takes care of all the documentation reporting to the FMCSA, making training worry-free.
Save time with Infinit-I’s online CDL training. Start now and get your CDL faster.
Infinit-I Online CDL Training At-A-Glance
Infinit-I offers simple online training that makes it easy for drivers to meet regulations and get back on the road.
Online Training Platform Features
- Apple and Android App
- 24/7 unlimited access for 1 year
- Short videos that meet FMCSA ELDT requirements
- Quizzes that check comprehension
- Instant certificates of completion
- Automatic reporting to the FMCSA
You’ll have access to these features AND ELDT theory videos for only $197.
Train Anytime, Anywhere On Your Schedule
The ELDT theory portion of your CDL training can be taken anytime, anywhere on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. We even have a dedicated mobile app, available on iPhone and Android. That means you can take your training with you and complete lessons on your schedule.
Once you’ve completed your ELDT theory training, you’ll be ready to take your behind-the-wheel training and then take your skills test.
Find a Job
Drivers who have completed their CDL training and obtained their license can be employed by any company that needs commercial drivers.
You can find jobs for CDL holders on sites like indeed.com, ziprecruiter.com, simplyhired.com, and cdljobs.com.
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Online CDL Training Study Course
How long does it take to complete Online CDL training?
All training is self-paced, meaning you go at your own speed. Some students complete the entire training process within 24 hours of enrollment.
Can I make Online CDL training available to my entire company?
Yes. Contact us to get a custom package for your company.
How long after taking Online CDL training can I get on the road?
Once you have completed the training and taken your state’s written Commercial Driver’s License exam, you will need to take the driving skills test.
Do I need to complete the whole course?
No. We do recommend you complete the sections relevant to the type of CDL for which you are applying. This will ensure you’re 100% prepared for the exam. You may purchase only specific sections if you wish.
Can you help me find a trucking job?
Yes. Visit Better Truck Driving Jobs
How does the training work with my state’s CDL exam?
Handbooks for all 50 states are included in the training. The training will help you pass the exam for any state you choose.
What do I do once I complete a course?
At the end of each course, you will be presented with an option to take a test for that course. You may go over the online courses as many times as you want and take the practice tests as many times as you need.
Who do I call if I am having problems using the online CDL training?
Call 877-792-3866, ext. 300 and ask for technical support. Support is available weekdays 7 a.m – 5 p.m. CST.
How do I enroll in online CDL Training?
Purchase the training on this website.
How do I get login information for online CDL Training?
Once you complete the checkout process, an email will be sent to you within one business day containing your username and password. Access will remain available for 90 days from the date of your first login to the online training system. You can call 877-792-3866, ext. 300 with any questions.
Note: Login information is sent during normal business hours, weekdays 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. CST.
