Hazmat ELDT Online in South Dakota
FMCSA-approved Hazmat Entry-Level Driver Training accepted by the South Dakota Department of Revenue Motor Vehicle Division. Complete online for $20 and get your H endorsement faster.
- Accepted by South Dakota DMV statewide
- FMCSA-approved — listed on the Training Provider Registry
- Completion auto-reported to FMCSA within 24 hours
- 100% online — no classroom required
- Only $20 — lowest price available
Start South Dakota Hazmat ELDT — $20
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How to Get a Hazmat Endorsement on Your South Dakota CDL
South Dakota follows the standard federal process for adding a Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement to your CDL:
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Complete Hazmat ELDT Online — $20
DLA Academy's FMCSA-approved course. Your completion is automatically reported to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry so South Dakota DMV can verify before your test.
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Visit Your Local South Dakota DMV Office
Visit your local South Dakota Department of Revenue driver license office. Bring your CDL, DOT medical card, proof of identity, and proof of South Dakota residency.
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Complete TSA Fingerprinting and Background Check
Apply for your TSA Security Threat Assessment online or at a TSA enrollment center. Allow 2–6 weeks for TSA processing.
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Pass the HazMat Knowledge Test
30 questions, 80% passing score required. Covers federal hazmat regulations, placarding, shipping papers, classification, and emergency response. Administered at your South Dakota DMV office.
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Receive Your H Endorsement
Once TSA clears your background and you pass the knowledge test, South Dakota DMV issues your updated CDL with the H endorsement.
💡 Pro Tip: Complete ELDT and start your TSA application at the same time. TSA takes 2–6 weeks — starting both simultaneously gets your endorsement faster.
What's Covered in Our Hazmat ELDT Course
Our course prepares you for the South Dakota HazMat knowledge test by covering all federally required topics:
- Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR)
- Classification and identification of hazardous materials
- Placarding and labeling requirements
- Safe loading, unloading, and transportation procedures
- Shipping papers and documentation
- Emergency response procedures
- Security requirements for HazMat drivers
Self-paced, mobile-friendly, and completable in a single sitting. Most drivers finish in under 2 hours.
South Dakota Hazmat ELDT — FAQ
Is DLA Academy's course accepted by South Dakota DMV?
Yes — our course is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, which South Dakota DMV uses to verify ELDT completion. It is accepted statewide in South Dakota.
Do I need ELDT even if I already have a South Dakota CDL?
Yes. ELDT is required for any CDL driver adding a first-time Hazmat (H) endorsement, regardless of how long you have held your CDL.
How long does the Hazmat ELDT course take?
Most drivers complete it in under 2 hours. There's no time limit — you can pause and resume at any time on any device.
When does my completion get reported to FMCSA?
Automatically within 24 hours of completing the course. South Dakota DMV can verify your ELDT status through the FMCSA Training Provider Registry before your knowledge test.
Can I complete ELDT and the TSA background check at the same time?
Yes — and we strongly recommend it. TSA processing takes 2–6 weeks. Starting both simultaneously gets your endorsement significantly faster.
Where do I take the South Dakota HazMat knowledge test?
At any South Dakota Department of Revenue driver license office statewide. Visit the South Dakota DOR website for locations near you.
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