What Is ELDT? A Colorado CDL Student’s Guide to Federal Training Requirements
Entry-Level Driver Training, or ELDT, is one of the most important requirements for many new commercial drivers. Understanding it early can prevent delays in your Colorado CDL process.
WHY THIS MATTERS
ELDT establishes minimum federal training standards for certain CDL applicants. Training must be completed through a provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry before an applicant can move forward with applicable testing.
WHAT TO KNOW
ELDT includes theory and behind-the-wheel requirements for covered applicants. It can apply to people obtaining a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time, upgrading from Class B to Class A, or seeking certain endorsements. The exact steps depend on the credential being pursued.
WHO THIS IS FOR
This guide is useful for first-time CDL students, Class B drivers upgrading to Class A and employers sponsoring new commercial drivers. Existing drivers should confirm whether a planned change triggers ELDT.
HOW TRUE SAFETY CAN HELP
True Safety is an FMCSA Training Provider Registry provider. Our Class A and Class B programs include applicable theory and behind-the-wheel instruction at our Greeley and Henderson locations.
NEXT STEPS
Call or text True Safety at 970-534-2530 or email support@truesafetyservices.com to ask questions and find the next available option.