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Arkansas CDL-B Theory ELDT — Online Class B Training

Complete your CDL B Theory ELDT online in Arkansas — FMCSA-approved, accepted at Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA), auto-submitted to TPR. Only $20.

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Which Course Do I Need?

What It Costs and Where to Start in Arkansas

Every FMCSA-approved ELDT theory course is $20, online, and finished in under 2 hours. Completion is filed to the federal Training Provider Registry within 24 hours.

Not sure which one?

  • I already have a CDL and want to add an endorsement — you only need the endorsement course: Hazmat, Passenger, or School Bus, $20 each. Skip CDL-A and CDL-B entirely.
  • I'm brand new and have no CDL — start with CDL-A or CDL-B theory, then complete behind-the-wheel training locally. Theory alone does not get you licensed.
  • I want all three endorsements — the 3-endorsement bundle is $50 instead of $60 separately.
  • What's the cheapest way to do everything? — bundles are the floor: $50 for H+P+S, or $30 for either CDL theory course paired with permit prep. Adding Hazmat all-in, including the federal TSA background check and your state's endorsement fee, typically runs $110–$150.
  • Tanker (N) or Doubles/Triples (T)? — neither has an ELDT requirement. The federal rule covers Class A, Class B, the B-to-A upgrade, and Hazmat, Passenger and School Bus only. Both are knowledge-test only at your state DMV: Tanker Test Prep — $15, or Hazmat & Tanker Complete — $45 if you need the Hazmat ELDT too.
Getting a Class B CDL in Arkansas means working with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA). Before you take the skills test, you need FMCSA-approved ELDT theory. DLA Academy's CDL-B Theory ELDT covers everything the federal mandate requires — all online, under 2 hours, and just $20.

Quick Answers — CDL B Theory ELDT in Arkansas

Who needs it?

Any first-time CDL B applicant in Arkansas testing after February 7, 2022 must complete FMCSA-approved ELDT theory before the CDL skills test.

How long does it take?

Under 2 hours. It's self-paced and 100% online — start and stop on any device.

How much does it cost?

$20 for the CDL B Theory ELDT at DLA Academy — the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option, with no hidden fees.

Can I do it online?

Yes. The entire course is online and your completion is auto-submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours — no classroom and no appointment.

What's next?

After your ELDT theory, get your CLP, complete behind-the-wheel (BTW) training at a local FMCSA-registered provider, then pass the CDL B skills test at AR DFA.

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Arkansas CDL B Theory ELDT — Step by Step

1

Complete CDL B ELDT Theory Online

Complete DLA Academy's FMCSA-approved CDL B theory course online in under 2 hours on any device. Your completion is automatically submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours.

2

Get Your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)

Visit Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA) to apply for your Class B CLP. Hold the CLP for at least 14 days before testing.

3

Complete Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) Training

CDL B applicants need behind-the-wheel training from an FMCSA-registered BTW provider. DLA Academy covers theory only.

4

Pass the CDL Skills Test at Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA)

Schedule your Class B skills test. Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA) verifies your ELDT completion through FMCSA TPR before scheduling.

5

Receive Your Arkansas Class B CDL

Once you pass, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA) issues your Class B CDL — straight trucks, buses, dump trucks, and similar vehicles.

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What does CDL-B Theory ELDT cover?+
CDL-B Theory ELDT covers the foundational knowledge for Class B commercial vehicles — vehicle inspection, safe operation, load security, hazard perception, and on-road decision-making. It is theory only; you still need to complete behind-the-wheel training (BTW) separately at a local FMCSA-registered provider before taking your skills test with AR DFA.
How long does the course take to complete?+
CDL-B Theory ELDT completes in under 2 hours. You can finish at your own pace — log in, work through the material, and be done in one session.
How much does CDL-B Theory ELDT cost?+
CDL-B Theory ELDT is $20. If you're also working toward a Class A CDL, you'll need CDL-A Theory ELDT too — each theory course is $20, and each pairs with the CDL Permit Practice Test (119 DMV practice questions) in a bundle that costs $30 and saves you $5 compared to buying those two separately ($35 individual).
Is DLA Academy FMCSA-approved, and how does completion get to AR DFA?+
Yes, DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and listed on the Training Provider Registry (TPR). When you complete CDL-B Theory ELDT, your completion is automatically submitted to the FMCSA TPR within 24 hours. AR DFA verifies your ELDT status by checking the TPR — you do not need to submit anything yourself.
Who needs ELDT, and are there any exemptions?+
Anyone obtaining a new CDL-B license on or after February 7, 2022, must complete FMCSA-approved ELDT. If you held a valid CDL-B before February 7, 2022, you are grandfathered and do not need retroactive ELDT. However, if you're upgrading from Class C to Class B, or adding a new endorsement (like Hazmat or Passenger), you will need ELDT for that upgrade or endorsement — grandfathering does not apply to new credentials.

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$20 flat. FMCSA-approved. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration — Office of Driver Services (AR DFA). Under 2 hours on any device.

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