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CDL Skills Testing
NEW Entry-Level Driver Training Requirements for CDL Applicants
The new Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations require that all entry-level drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) receive training from a provider listed on FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry.
To be eligible to take required skills or knowledge tests, commercial driver’s license (CDL) applicants must have completed applicable entry-level driver training from a registered training provider.
Training must be completed before taking a CDL skills test or, the hazardous materials knowledge test (H) unless a hazardous materials endorsement (H) was obtained on a CDL prior to February 7. 2022.
Click here to find a provider on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry.
CDL Exam Requirements
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Class A Exam Requirements
To operate trucks or truck combinations weighing 26,001 lbs or more, and towing a vehicle/unit over 10,000 lbs, then a Class A license is needed. The following tests are required:- General Knowledge Test
- Combinations Vehicle Test
- Vision – 20/40 in each eye
- Hearing – must be able to hear a whisper
- Air Brakes (if applicable)
- Pre-Trip
- Basic Skills
- CDL Road Test Applicable exams for desired endorsements.
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Class B Exam Requirements
To operate straight trucks and buses 26,001 lbs or more, then a Class B license is needed. The following tests are required:- General Knowledge Test
- Vision – 20/40 in each eye
- Hearing – must be able to hear a whisper
- Air Brakes (if applicable)
- Pre-Trip
- Basic Skills
- CDL Road Test.
- Applicable exams for desired endorsements
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Class C Exam Requirements
To operate vehicles transporting placarded amounts of hazardous materials, or vehicles designed to transport more than 15 persons including the driver with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of less than 26,001 lbs, then a Class C license is needed. The following tests are required:- General Knowledge Test
- Vision – 20/40 in each eye
- Hearing – must be able to hear a whisper
- Air Brakes (if applicable)
- Pre-Trip
- Basic Skills
- CDL Road Test.
- Applicable exams for desired endorsements
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Out-of-State CDL Requirements
An out-of-state or a Canadian commercial driver license can be reciprocated. However, an out-of-state applicant with a hazmat endorsement will have to reapply for a hazmat endorsement, which will include background check, appropriate exams and fees.
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Military CDL Requirements
Military or prior military personnel requesting a CDL due to qualifications of experience while serving on military duty must:
- Pass all required knowledge and endorsement exams for the CDL license class and endorsements they are applying to obtain.
- Present the Certification for Waiver of Skill Test for Military Personnel form completed by their commanding officer or designee while on active duty or within 90 days of separation from service.
Military personnel are exempt from taking the skills exams. However, the process must be completed and the CDL issued within 120 days of separation from service.For more information check here.