Hazmat ELDT Online in Tennessee
FMCSA-approved Hazmat Entry-Level Driver Training accepted by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security. Complete online for $20 and get your H endorsement faster.
- Accepted by Tennessee Driver Services 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 Tennessee Hazmat ELDT — $20
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How to Get a Hazmat Endorsement on Your Tennessee CDL
Tennessee 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 Tennessee Driver Services can verify before your test.
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Visit Your Local Tennessee Driver Services Office
Visit a Tennessee Driver Services Center. Bring your CDL, valid DOT medical card, two proofs of Tennessee residency, and proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
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Complete TSA Fingerprinting and Background Check
All HazMat applicants must pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment before the endorsement can be issued. Allow 2–6 weeks for processing. Tennessee law requires TSA clearance before the endorsement is issued.
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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 Tennessee Driver Services office.
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Receive Your H Endorsement
Once TSA clears your background and you pass the knowledge test, Tennessee Driver Services issues your updated CDL with the H endorsement.
⚠️ Tennessee Note: Tennessee requires TSA clearance BEFORE the HazMat endorsement can be issued. You cannot receive the endorsement without completing both the background check and the knowledge test.
💡 Pro Tip: Start your TSA background check at the same time you complete ELDT. TSA takes 2–6 weeks — running both simultaneously gets your Tennessee HazMat endorsement significantly faster.
What's Covered in Our Hazmat ELDT Course
Our course prepares you for the Tennessee 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.
Tennessee Hazmat ELDT — FAQ
Is DLA Academy's course accepted by Tennessee Driver Services?
Yes — our course is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, which Tennessee Driver Services uses to verify ELDT completion. It is accepted statewide in Tennessee.
Do I need ELDT even if I already have a Tennessee 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. Tennessee Driver Services 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.
How many questions are on the Tennessee HazMat knowledge test?
30 questions. You need to answer at least 24 correctly (80%) to pass. The test is administered at any Tennessee Driver Services Center statewide.
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