Program Pricing and Details
Please read through this page and familiarize yourself with the FMCSA requirements and prerequisites to start training with us.
Once you have your permit and ELDT Theory certificate, you can register online and begin training with us.
CDL-A - Tractor Trailer
Automatic Transmission- $7,000
Manual Transmission- $8,000
INCLUDES:
ELDT Range training, Behind-the-wheel training & road test
Schedule: 3-hour sessions booked around your availability
Sessions Available: Monday-Thursday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, and 2:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am and 10:30 am.
No set start/end dates: Start when you're ready & go at your own pace. We allow 1 session per day and 2-3 per week, per person.
Average of 10-15 sessions needed to complete the full program
Includes Training on Pre-Trip Inspection & Airbrake testing
Will have Airbrake endorsement
Can have an automatic restriction
(E Restriction)
Will not have a pintle restriction
(O Restriction)
Add hazmat through ELDT.com
Class A: Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
CDL-A w/ Pintle Trailer
Automatic Transmission- $5,000
Manual Transmission- $6,000
INCLUDES:
ELDT Range training, Behind-the-wheel training & road test
Schedule: 3-hour sessions booked around your availability
Sessions Available: Monday-Thursday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, and 2:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am and 10:30 am.
No set start/end dates: Start when you're ready & go at your own pace. We allow 1 session per day and 2-3 per week, per person.
Average of 10-15 sessions needed to complete the full program
Includes Training on Pre-Trip Inspection & Airbrake testing
Will have Airbrake endorsement
Can have an automatic restriction
(E Restriction)
Will have a pintle restriction
(O Restriction; No 5th-wheel trailers)
Add hazmat through ELDT.com
Class A: Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
CDL-B - Straight Truck
Automatic Transmission- $4,000
Manual Transmission- $5,000
INCLUDES:
ELDT Range training, Behind-the-wheel training & road test
Schedule: 3-hour sessions booked around your availability
Sessions Available: Monday-Thursday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, and 2:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am and 10:30 am.
No set start/end dates: Start when you're ready & go at your own pace. We allow 1 session per day and 2-3 per week, per person.
Average of 10-15 sessions needed to complete the full program
Includes Training on Pre-Trip Inspection & Airbrake testing
Will have Airbrake endorsement
Can have an automatic restriction
(E Restriction)
Can haul trailers under 10,000
pounds
Add hazmat through ELDT.com
Class B: Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR.
UPGRADE - CDL-B to CDL-A
Automatic Transmission- $5,000+
Manual Transmission- $6,000+
INCLUDES:
UPGRADE FROM EXISTING CDL-B TO CDL-A & Road Test
Schedule: 3-hour sessions booked around your availability
Sessions Available: Monday-Thursday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, and 2:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am and 10:30 am.
No set start/end dates: Start when you're ready & go at your own pace. We allow 1 session per day and 2-3 per week, per person.
Average of 10-15 sessions needed to complete the full program
Includes Training on Pre-Trip Inspection & Airbrake testing
Will have Airbrake endorsement
Can have an automatic restriction
(E Restriction)
Can have a pintle restriction
(O Restriction; No 5th-wheel trailers)
Add hazmat through ELDT.com
Class A: Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
All training above will also require ELDT Theory Training. We recommend ELDT.com
Scroll down to review the requirements to qualify to sign-up for one of our training prgrams.
FIRST STEPS
To sign up for our training, make sure you have done all the prerequisites listed on our Start Here page:
SELF-CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
All training applicants must agree to & sign the following upon registration:
Self-certifications by all accepted applicants for behind-the-wheel (BTW) training attesting that they will comply with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations in parts 40, 382, 383 and 391, as well as State and/or local laws, related to alcohol and controlled substances testing, age, medical certification, licensing, and driver records, as required in 380.707(a).
Please click on each link to review each requirement prior to signing up with CDL Guys:
Part 40 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-A/part-40
Part 382 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-382
Part 383 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-383
Part 391 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-391
Additional Requirements
§ 391.11 General qualifications of drivers.
(a) A person shall not drive a commercial motor vehicle unless he/she is qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle. Except as provided in § 391.63, a motor carrier shall not require or permit a person to drive a commercial motor vehicle unless that person is qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle.
(b) Except as provided in subpart G of this part, a person is qualified to drive a motor vehicle if he/she -
(1) Is at least 21 years old;
(2) Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records;
(3) Can, by reason of experience, training, or both, safely operate the type of commercial motor vehicle he/she drives;
(4) Is physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with subpart E - Physical Qualifications and Examinations of this part;
(5) Has a currently valid commercial motor vehicle operator's license issued only by one State or jurisdiction;
(6) Is not disqualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle under the rules in § 391.15; and
(7) Has successfully completed a driver's road test and has been issued a certificate of driver's road test in accordance with § 391.31, or has presented an operator's license or a certificate of road test which the motor carrier that employs him/her has accepted as equivalent to a road test in accordance with § 391.33.
Registration Information
Register for the appropriate training package below.
We require at least 50% down before you start your first session. There is a convenience charge added to all credit card payments. The prices below are the in-person cash/check prices. You will have the option to pay online or in person when you register.
YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE EVEN IF PAYING IN PERSON!
Once you register, we will reach out to you to book your first few training sessions. You will receive your training materials at your first session.
You will need to bring the following to your first session:
- Your driver's license & permit
- Your DOT medical card
- A copy of your EDLT Theory certificate
PAYMENT
We require at least 50% down before you start your first session. There is a convenience charge added to all credit card payments. The prices below are the in-person cash/check prices.
Payment in full is due prior to us booking your road test. We recommend paying the balance due by your 4th/5th session to prevent timing delays.
You can upgrade or downgrade your training level, but your permit and ELDT Theory training will also need to be upgraded if moving from a CDL-B training to CDL-A training.
ADDITIONALLY
You must also be able to read and speak the English language clearly and fluently in order to train with us and take your road test (see #2 from FMCSA and DOT regulations).
Registration Links
UPGRADING?
If you are upgrading from a CDL-B to a CDL-A you will register for the appropriate CDL-A program. You are required to complete all the permit, theory, and testing requirements as if you're getting a CDL for the first time. If you have an unrestricted CDL-B, you can train & test on an automatic truck and will keep your ability to drive a manual truck.