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Rhode Island ELDT Courses — CDL, Hazmat, Passenger & School Bus Training

All FMCSA-approved ELDT courses for Rhode Island drivers — Hazmat, CDL A, CDL B, Passenger, School Bus. Accepted at Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV).

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Getting a CDL in Rhode Island means working through the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV). Since February 7, 2022, federal law requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before you take the skills test. DLA Academy is an FMCSA-approved provider accepted in Rhode Island and 48 other states — we're also the lowest-priced option at $20 per individual ELDT course.
Rhode Island ELDT Options
Choose Your Rhode Island ELDT Course

Every course is FMCSA-approved and auto-submitted to the Training Provider Registry. Accepted at Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV).

H Endorsement
Hazmat ELDT

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

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Class A
CDL A Theory ELDT

Rhode Island Class A CDL theory required before the skills test at RI DMV.

$20Enroll →
Class B
CDL B Theory ELDT

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

$20Enroll →
S Endorsement
School Bus ELDT

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

$20Enroll →
P Endorsement
Passenger ELDT

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

$20Enroll →
3-in-1 Bundle
H + P + S Bundle

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

$50Enroll →
Rhode Island Resources
More for Rhode Island CDL Drivers

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

Pricing
Rhode Island ELDT Cost

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

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Permit Test
Rhode Island CDL Permit Practice

119 practice questions covering the DMV knowledge test at RI DMV.

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Requirements
Rhode Island CDL Requirements

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

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Rhode Island CDL Requirements — Quick Reference

To get any Commercial Driver's License in Rhode Island you'll work through Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV). 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, Rhode Island uses the standard IDEMIA TSA enrollment process — schedule your fingerprinting through Universal Enroll.

Rhode Island State Agency
Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV)

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

https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses/commercial-drivers

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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.

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"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
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need ELDT to get a CDL in Rhode Island?+
Yes, if your Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles (RI DMV) CDL was issued after February 7, 2022. If you got your CDL before that date, you're grandfathered and don't need retroactive ELDT. However, if you're upgrading your license class or adding a new endorsement (H, P, or S), you'll need FMCSA-approved ELDT regardless of when your original CDL was issued.
How long does it take to complete a DLA Academy ELDT course?+
Each individual ELDT course completes in under 2 hours. Once you finish, your completion is auto-submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours. The RI DMV verifies your ELDT record through the TPR and you're good to schedule your skills test.
What happens after I complete my ELDT with DLA Academy?+
Your completion record is automatically submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) within 24 hours. The Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles can then verify your ELDT compliance when you apply for your skills test. You don't need to manually submit anything to the RI DMV — DLA's auto-submission handles it.
How much does ELDT cost, and why is DLA Academy cheaper than other providers?+
Individual ELDT courses are $20 each — the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option. Other providers typically charge $23–$75 per course. We keep costs low by running a streamlined online operation with no local center overhead. You can also save even more with bundles: the CDL Complete Bundle is $45 (saves $10 vs. $55 for all three courses), the 3-Endorsement Bundle is $50 (saves $10), and the Hazmat + Test Prep Bundle is $30 (saves $5).
Do I need behind-the-wheel (BTW) training, and does DLA Academy provide it?+
Yes, CDL-A and CDL-B applicants must complete BTW at a local FMCSA-registered provider — it's a separate requirement from ELDT. DLA Academy covers the online theory portion only. Once your ELDT is done, you'll schedule your BTW separately, then take your skills test through the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles.

Rhode Island CDL Drivers — Start Your ELDT Today

FMCSA-approved ELDT courses starting at $20. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles.

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