cdl Class A Modified eldt
National Training, Inc. is now offering a CDL Class A Modified Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) program program for those looking to enter the hot shot trucking industry. You’ll learn what you need to know to operate any vehicle requiring a Class A Modified CDL license, and get plenty of driving practice at our 350-acre custom-built training grounds. You’ll learn in our classrooms the knowledge you’ll need to pass your Class A Modified Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam and qualify for a hot shot truck driving career.
Our CDL Class A Modified ELDT program is completed at the school’s training grounds. It consists of classroom, computer lab, simulator, driving range and “over-the-road” instruction with the student owned equipment. The student is taught driver techniques, defensive driving, Department of Transportation regulations, log-book procedures, and other related subjects. The student also participates in practice driving on a specially prepared driving range on our training grounds and operates your truck and your Trailer with a combined GVW 26,001 lbs. on local area highways and city streets over selected routes
YOU MUST BRING YOUR OWN TRUCK AND TRAILER WITH A COMBINED GVW OF 26,001 LBS.
How quickly can you get a Class A MODIFIED Commercial Driver License (CDL)?
Get on the road FAST with any of our CDL Courses. In just 50 hours of class and behind-the-wheel (BTW) training you’ll learn all you need to know to pass the CDL Class A Modified exam – Including the written and road tests.
National Training, Inc. located in Green Cove Springs, FL offers a CDL program for CDL Class A Modified ELDT that trains beginner students how to operate vehicles safely under normal driving conditions while preparing them for hot shot truck driving jobs. All of our CDL courses answer the demand for a quick but safe and effective CDL training course, whose graduates are ready to drive trucks professionally.
What students will learn:
- How to perform a pre-trip inspection
- How to properly document their Hours of Service in the industry standard logbook
- The proper methods for and how to start, operate and shutdown their vehicle
- How to safely back their vehicle in various conditions using various techniques
- How to park and secure the vehicle
- The safety procedures defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Act
- How to successfully prepare for and pass the D.O.T. written examination as well as the D.O.T. equipment road test, which is mandatory before being employed in the trucking industry
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CDL CLASS A MODIFIED ELDT
Complete details of this course are contained in our CDL Course Catalogs. Click on the catalog image to view and download the PDF version.
CDL Class A Modified ELDT
Course #51- Course Fee Breakdown
- Tuition $2,495
- Non-Refundable Administration Fee $100
- Drug Test $65
- State CDL Knowledge/Skills Test $450**
- Books/Supplies are included
- *NOTES:
- • Admin Fee: Non-refundable; maximum non-refundable charges will not exceed $100.
- • Drug Test: Required before training; amount is estimated.
- • State CDL Test: Fees vary by class type of test. Price is for the first test. Any additional tests will be at the full price rate. See 3rd Party Testing Fees for current pricing.
- • DOT Physical: Federal requirement; paid to an authorized medical examiner.
- • Lodging/Transportation: Optional; costs vary based on individual arrangements.
Course Breakdown and Curriculum Hours By Category
1 week (50 Hours)
U.S. Department of Education defines a classroom hour as 1 clock hour which equals 50 minutes of instructor led training plus 10 minute break.
Click on a tab below to view the section breakdown.
- Theory Breakdown (18 Hrs)
- Behind-the-Wheel - Range (16 Hours)
- Behind-the-Wheel - Public Road (16 Hrs)
Theory
|
FMCSA Ref. |
Course Title |
Format |
Clock Hours |
|
A1.1 |
Basic Operation |
Theory |
8 |
|
A1.1.1 |
Orientation |
Theory |
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A1.1.2 |
Control Systems/Dashboard |
Theory |
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A1.1.3 |
Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections |
Theory |
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A1.1.4 |
Basic Control |
Theory |
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A1.1.5 |
Shifting/Operating Transmissions |
Theory |
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A1.1.6 |
Backing and Docking |
Theory |
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A1.1.7 |
Coupling and Uncoupling |
Theory |
|
|
A1.2 |
Safe Operating Procedures |
Theory |
4 |
|
A1.2.1 |
Visual Search |
Theory |
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A1.2.2 |
Communication |
Theory |
|
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A1.2.3 |
Distracted Driving |
Theory |
|
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A1.2.4 |
Speed Management |
Theory |
|
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A1.2.5 |
Space Management |
Theory |
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A1.2.6 |
Night Operation |
Theory |
|
|
A1.2.7 |
Extreme Driving Conditions |
Theory |
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A1.3 |
Advanced Operating Practices |
Theory |
2 |
|
A1.3.1 |
Hazard Perception |
Theory |
|
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A1.3.2 |
Skid Control/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies |
Theory |
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A1.3.3 |
Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings |
Theory |
|
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A1.4 |
Vehicle Systems & Reporting Malfunctions |
Theory |
2 |
|
A1.4.1 |
Vehicle Systems & Reporting Malfunctions-Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions |
Theory |
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A1.4.2 |
Roadside Inspections |
Theory |
|
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A1.4.3 |
Maintenance |
Theory |
|
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A1.5 |
Non-Driving Activities |
Theory |
2 |
|
A1.5.1 |
Handling and Documenting Cargo |
Theory |
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A1.5.2 |
Environmental Compliance Issues |
Theory |
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A1.5.3 |
Hours of Service (HOS) Requirements |
Theory |
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A1.5.4 |
Fatigue and Wellness Awareness |
Theory |
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A1.5.5 |
Post-Crash Procedures |
Theory |
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A1.5.6 |
External Communications |
Theory |
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A1.5.7 |
Whistleblower/Coercion |
Theory |
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A1.5.8 |
Trip Planning |
Theory |
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A1.5.9 |
Drugs/Alcohol |
Theory |
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A1.5.10 |
Medical Requirements |
Theory |
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|
Total Theory Hours |
|
18 |
Behind-the-Wheel – Range
| FMCSA Ref. | Course Title | Format | Clock Hours |
| A2.1 | Vehicle Inspection (Pre-Trip/Enroute/Post-Trip) | Range BTW | 3 |
| A2.2 | Straight Line Backing | Range BTW | 3 |
| A2.3 | Alley Dock Backing (45°/90°) | Range BTW | 2 |
| A2.4 | Off-Set Backing | Range BTW | 2 |
| A2.5 | Parallel Parking (Blind Side) | Range BTW | 2 |
| A2.6 | Parallel Parking (Sight Side) | Range BTW | 3 |
| A2.7 | Coupling and Uncoupling | Range BTW | 1 |
| Total BTW/Range Hours | 16 |
Behind-the-Wheel – Public Road
|
FMCSA Ref. |
Course Title |
Format |
Clock Hours |
|
A3.1 |
Vehicle Controls Including: Left Turns, Right Turns, Lane Changes, Curves at Highway Speeds, and Entry and Exit on the Interstate or Controlled Access Highway |
Public Road BTW |
3 |
|
A3.2 |
Shifting/Transmission |
Public Road BTW |
2 |
|
A3.3 |
Communications/Signaling |
Public Road BTW |
1 |
|
A3.4 |
Visual Search |
Public Road BTW |
2 |
|
A3.5 |
Speed and Space Management |
Public Road BTW |
2 |
|
A3.6 |
Safe Driver Behavior |
Public Road BTW |
1 |
|
A3.7 |
Hours of Service (HOS) Requirements |
Public Road BTW |
1.5 |
|
A3.8 |
Hazard Perception |
Public Road BTW |
1 |
|
A3.9 |
Railroad (RR)-Highway Grade Crossing |
Public Road BTW |
0.5 |
|
A3.10 |
Night Operation |
Public Road BTW |
1 |
|
A3.11 |
Extreme Driving Conditions |
Public Road BTW |
0.5 |
|
A3.12 |
Skid Control/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies |
Public Road BTW |
0.5 |
|
|
Total BTW/Public Hours |
|
16 |
CDL Simulators
National Training Inc.’s state-of-the-art simulator system from Simulator Systems International provides a low-risk, low pressure way to train both new and experienced drivers. With bold realistic graphics, authentic and genuine truck components, and a 3 axis motion platform to offer an immersive experience, drivers and students are receiving a total immersive training solution, right at their fingertips.
Call us today at (800) 488-7364 to discuss further details of our CDL simulator training and learn how it can improve your success of becoming a Class A, Class B, or Class C CDL driver.
