Entry Level Driver Training Provider In Denver, Colorado
CDL Third Party Examiner
DrivePoint CDL Academy offers CDL Training and Testing to the Denver Metro area. Whether you're an aspiring owner-operator, exploring a new career path, or looking to refresh your driving skills, we offer more than just training. We build confident, capable drivers. With a clean, modern approach and a focus on real-world readiness, our programs are designed for those who want to stand out on the road. Driven by excellence, professionalism, and unmatched support, DrivePoint is where your journey begins — and your future takes the wheel.
ELDT
Entry Level Driver Training
FMCSA has established minimum training standards for individuals applying for their commercial driver’s license (CDL) for the first time. These individuals are subject to the entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements and must complete a prescribed program of instruction provided by an approved training provider listed on FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR). This course is intended to meet all theory (knowledge) requirements listed in the federal regulation 49 CFR Part 380, Special Training Requirements, and includes Sections covering Basic Operation, Safe Operating Procedures, Advanced Operating Practices, Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions, and Non-Driving Activities.
We are FMCSA approved, and listed in the Training Provider Registry (TPR).
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Our Courses
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A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is the most versatile type of commercial license you can earn. It allows you to operate any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the vehicle being towed is over 10,000 pounds.
In short: if you’re looking to drive big rigs like semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, flatbeds, and livestock haulers, this is the license you need.
What You Can Drive with a Class A CDL
18-wheelers / Semi-trucks
Tractor-trailers (including doubles and triples with endorsements)
Flatbed trucks
Tanker vehicles
Livestock carriers
Most Class B and Class C vehicles (with proper endorsements)
📍 Common Careers That Require a Class A CDL
Long-haul or regional trucking (OTR)
Local delivery drivers (freight, fuel, construction materials)
Heavy equipment transport
Agriculture and livestock hauling
Oil and gas industry drivers
Government and utility fleet drivers
🛠️ Why Train with DrivePoint?
At DrivePoint CDL Academy, we prepare you to not just pass the test — we train you for real-world driving. You’ll learn:
Pre-trip inspections
Backing and coupling maneuvers
Safe highway and city driving
How to handle heavy loads and long trailers
Skills for mountain driving (unique to Colorado terrain!)
Federal regulations and logbook basics
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A Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) allows you to operate a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or a vehicle towing another vehicle that weighs 10,000 pounds or less.
This license is ideal if you're planning to drive straight trucks, buses, or other large commercial vehicles that don’t require a trailer.
At DrivePoint CDL Academy, we go beyond the basics. Our Class B program trains you to:
Conduct full pre-trip inspections
Navigate tight urban driving scenarios
Operate commercial vehicles safely under load
Understand federal and state CDL requirements
Build confidence through hands-on training with real vehicles
We also offer passenger and school bus endorsements if you plan to drive for a school district or transit agency.
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A Class C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is for operating vehicles that transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver) or carry hazardous materials (HazMat) — when the vehicle doesn’t meet the weight requirements for Class A or B.
This license is ideal for small passenger vehicles, shuttles, and specialty transport vehicles.
🔑 What You Can Drive with a Class C CDL
Passenger vans and shuttle buses
School vans (not full-size school buses)
Hotel and airport shuttles
Medical transport vans
Vehicles carrying HazMat materials (with HazMat endorsement)
Small HazMat trucks
📍 Common Careers That Require a Class C CDL
Shuttle driver (airport, hotel, campus)
Non-emergency medical transport (NEMT)
Charter or tour van driver
Courier or delivery drivers handling hazardous materials
Transit agency support vehicles
🛠️ Why Train at DrivePoint for Class C?
We tailor your Class C training to the job you're aiming for — whether it's passengers or HazMat. You’ll learn:
Safe vehicle operation
Passenger safety protocols
Defensive driving in city and suburban settings
HazMat handling (with proper endorsement prep)
Pre-trip inspections and CDL skills testing
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Passenger (P) Endorsement
What It Is:
A Passenger Endorsement is required for anyone driving a vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver.
This endorsement is typically added to a Class B or Class C CDL.
What You Can Drive:
School buses (with additional “S” endorsement)
Shuttle buses (airport, hotel, campus)
Charter or tour buses
Transit vans and small buses
Employee transport vehicles
Requirements:
Hold a valid CDL permit
Pass a Passenger Endorsement knowledge test
Complete a skills test in a passenger vehicle
Pass a background check and medical screening (especially for school-related work)
What You’ll Learn at DrivePoint:
Passenger safety and loading procedures
Emergency protocols and evacuation
Mirror usage and blind spots
Passenger interaction and professionalism
Proper braking, turning, and backing in passenger vehicles
Great for students entering school districts, transit systems, or hospitality-based transport work.
HazMat (H) Endorsement
What It Is:
A Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HazMat or "H") is required to operate vehicles that carry materials classified as hazardous under federal law — including chemicals, gases, explosives, and certain medical or industrial materials.
Usually added to a Class A, B, or C CDL.
What You Can Transport:
Fuel, oil, and flammable liquids
Compressed gases and chemicals
Radioactive or corrosive materials
Industrial, medical, and waste products
Any cargo labeled with a DOT HazMat placard
Requirements:
Be at least 21 years old
Pass the HazMat knowledge test
Pass a TSA security threat assessment (background check + fingerprinting)
Valid DOT medical card
Citizenship or legal resident status
📚 What You’ll Learn at DrivePoint:
Hazard class identification
Proper placarding and labeling
Loading, unloading, and segregation of materials
Emergency response and incident reporting
Federal and state HazMat transportation regulations
Great for students entering fuel transport, chemical delivery, or government/industrial fleet jobs.
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Non-CDL Vehicle Training & Certification
Not every commercial vehicle requires a CDL — but every driver still represents your brand.
At DrivePoint CDL Academy, we offer non-CDL driver training and vehicle certification designed for small businesses, municipal fleets, and contractors who want to ensure safety, professionalism, and insurability — even when CDL isn’t required.
What Is Non-CDL Driver Certification?
This training is for drivers operating light- to medium-duty commercial vehicles that fall below CDL weight limits (under 26,001 lbs GVWR and towing under 10,000 lbs).
We provide real-world instruction and evaluation to help companies:
Protect their fleet and employees
Improve public image and customer confidence
Lower insurance risk
Build accountability into hiring and onboarding
Who It’s For:
Food trucks, florists, coffee carts
Mobile service fleets (cleaning, dog grooming, landscaping, etc.)
Contractors with vans or small box trucks
Nonprofit, campus, or municipal support vehicles
Local delivery businesses
Real estate and media production crews with company vehicles
What’s Included in Training:
Basic vehicle safety inspection (daily checklist)
Safe driving habits for city and suburban environments
Backing, turning, and parking practice
Hands-on driving evaluation with certified trainer
Legal and insurance documentation standards
Optional: Company-specific policy integration or compliance training
What You’ll Receive:
Driver Certification Report
Printable Certificate (great for HR and insurance files)
Vehicle Safety Checklist
Optional annual re-certification available
Why It Matters:
Even without a CDL, your drivers are operating branded equipment on public roads. One bad driving experience can damage your reputation or cost you thousands in claims.
Our Non-CDL Certification program gives you peace of mind that your drivers are:
Trained
Evaluated
Documented
And representing your business the right way.
