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Michigan ELDT Courses & CDL Training Online

Name: DLA Academy — Michigan ELDT
Rating: 5.0

All FMCSA-approved ELDT courses for Michigan drivers — Hazmat, CDL A, CDL B, Passenger, School Bus. Accepted at Michigan Department of State (Michigan SOS).

★★★★★ 5.0 Google Rating · 43+ Reviews · 3,000+ Graduates

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Getting a Commercial Driver License in Michigan means working with the Michigan Department of State (Michigan SOS). Since February 7, 2022, the federal FMCSA ELDT mandate requires all new CDL applicants to complete approved Entry-Level Driver Training before taking the skills test. DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved, listed on the Training Provider Registry, and your completion is auto-submitted to FMCSA within 24 hours — Michigan SOS verifies it there.

Michigan ELDT Options

Choose Your Michigan ELDT Course

Every course is FMCSA-approved and auto-submitted to the Training Provider Registry. Accepted at Michigan Department of State (Michigan SOS).

H Endorsement

Hazmat ELDT

Add the H endorsement to your Michigan CDL. Theory only — no BTW required.

Class A

CDL A Theory ELDT

Michigan Class A CDL theory required before the skills test at Michigan SOS.

Class B

CDL B Theory ELDT

Michigan Class B CDL theory for straight trucks, dump trucks, and buses.

S Endorsement

School Bus ELDT

Add the S endorsement to your Michigan CDL to drive a school bus.

P Endorsement

Passenger ELDT

Add the P endorsement to operate 16+ passenger vehicles in Michigan.

3-in-1 Bundle

H + P + S Bundle

Save $10 by bundling Hazmat, Passenger, and School Bus for Michigan.

Michigan Resources

More for Michigan CDL Drivers

Pricing details, permit-test prep, and the full state-specific requirements rundown.

Pricing

Michigan ELDT Cost

Every course price, every bundle, how DLA Academy compares to competitors.

Permit Test

Michigan CDL Permit Practice

119 practice questions covering the DMV knowledge test at Michigan SOS.

Requirements

Michigan CDL Requirements

State-by-state rules, BTW, TSA fingerprinting, and the full sequence to get licensed.

Michigan CDL Requirements — Quick Reference

To get any Commercial Driver's License in Michigan you'll work through Michigan Department of State (Michigan SOS). Federal ELDT requirements apply across all 49 states — DLA Academy's online theory courses satisfy the ELDT mandate, and behind-the-wheel training (where required for CDL A or CDL B) must be completed locally at an FMCSA-registered BTW provider.

For Hazmat endorsements, Michigan uses the standard IDEMIA TSA enrollment process — schedule your fingerprinting through Universal Enroll.

Michigan State Agency

Michigan Department of State (Michigan SOS)

Apply for your CLP, schedule skills tests, and verify ELDT submission through your state agency's CDL portal.

https://www.michigan.gov/sos/license-id/cdl

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Real Drivers, Real Reviews

What DLA Academy Drivers Say

Verified reviews pulled live from our Google Business Profile. 5.0 stars from 43+ CDL drivers across the country.

★★★★★

"Best price, quality course. Got my Hazmat endorsement squared away in under an hour. Auto-submitted to TPR like they said."

Chuck F

Apr 2026

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★★★★★

"Cheaper than every other ELDT site I checked and the material was straightforward. No fluff. Recommend."

Marcus D

Mar 2026

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★★★★★

"Took it on my phone during a layover. Done in 90 minutes. DMV already had my completion the next day."

Renee P

Feb 2026

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Why DLA Academy

The Numbers Behind the 5.0 Stars

3,000+

Graduates Across 49 States

5.0 ★

Google Rating · 43+ Reviews

$20

Lowest Price — Every Course

24 hrs

Auto-Submitted to FMCSA TPR

FMCSA-Approved Listed on TPR 100% Online Self-Paced Mobile-Friendly No Hidden Fees 49 States Under 2 Hours

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ELDT and the permit test?+

ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) is federally mandated online theory required before your CDL skills test. The permit test (CLP knowledge test) is Michigan SOS's separate written exam covering general knowledge, air brakes, and combination vehicles. You take the permit test at a Michigan SOS office after obtaining your Commercial Learner's Permit. CDL-A Permit Prep ($15) is a study tool for that permit test — it is NOT FMCSA-approved ELDT and does not replace CDL-A Theory ELDT ($20).

Do I need ELDT if I already have a CDL from before February 7, 2022?+

If your CDL was issued before February 7, 2022, you're grandfathered and don't need retroactive ELDT. However, if you're upgrading your license class (e.g., from CDL-B to CDL-A) or adding a new endorsement (H, P, or S), you MUST complete the relevant ELDT course first. Check with Michigan SOS if you're unsure about your license date.

How long does an ELDT course take?+

Each individual ELDT course completes in under 2 hours. CDL-A Permit Prep (the DMV study tool) is self-paced — you can work through the 119 questions at your own speed.

Is DLA Academy approved by Michigan SOS?+

DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and listed on the federal Training Provider Registry. When you complete any ELDT course, we auto-submit your completion to FMCSA within 24 hours. Michigan SOS verifies your ELDT by querying the FMCSA registry — they don't receive a direct submission from us, but they can confirm your training immediately after our submission.

What happens after I finish my ELDT?+

After completing your ELDT course, you're ready to schedule your CDL skills test with Michigan SOS. If you're pursuing a Hazmat endorsement, you'll also need to complete TSA fingerprinting through IDEMIA Universal Enroll — that's a separate process. Behind-the-wheel training (for Class A or B) must be completed at a local FMCSA-registered provider. DLA Academy covers online theory only.

Michigan CDL Drivers — Start Your ELDT Today

FMCSA-approved ELDT courses starting at $20. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at Michigan Department of State.

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