CDL Hazmat Endorsement

This fully online, self‑paced course provides the required entry‑level driver training for the Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement. Approved by the BCA and listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR), this course prepares drivers to take the Hazardous Materials Endorsement written test at their state DMV.

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Prerequisites:

 

  • You must hold or qualify for a CDL
    • See the Minnesota Commercial Driver’s Manual or the “Apply for Commercial License Steps” on the MN DMV website.
  • To add the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME), drivers must:
    • Pass the HME knowledge test at a state driver exam station
    • Apply for or renew the CDL at a full‑service exam station
    • Complete a TSA Security Threat Assessment
  • Acceptable identification documents can be found on the TSA website.

Great For:

  • CDL or CLP holders who need the Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement
  • Commercial drivers seeking endorsement renewal
  • New or experienced drivers who want high-quality, flexible, online ELDT‑approved training
  • Anyone preparing to take the Hazardous Materials written test at a DMV
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What This Course Is About:

If you need a Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement on your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP), this online class fulfills the federally required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) curriculum. This BCA‑approved course meets US DOT, TSA, PHMSA, and FMCSA standards and is officially listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR).

Training is delivered entirely online through the D2L Brightspace learning platform, along with a required textbook that will be mailed to you after you register. You will need this book to complete the course. If you prefer to pick up the book in person, please call us right away to let us know.

Students progress through 12 chapters at their own pace, which include built‑in quizzes and a practice exam. After you finish the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion by email. ATCC will then submit your information to the FMCSA TPR, making you eligible to take the Hazardous Materials Endorsement written test at your state’s DMV.

Your registration fee includes all required materials, including the Minnesota Commercial Driver’s Manual and the J.J. Keller Hazmat Endorsement: Entry-Level Driver Training Manual.

What You’ll Learn:

Participants will gain the knowledge required to safely and legally transport hazardous materials, including:

  • Federal regulations for hazardous materials transportation
  • Hazard classes and communication requirements
  • Safe handling and emergency response procedures
  • Security awareness and TSA requirements
  • Loading, unloading, and incident prevention
  • Required documentation and communication
  • Preparing for the state DMV written exam

Additional Info/FAQs

  • Format: Online, self-paced
  • Platform: D2L Brightspace
  • Availability: Sign up anytime between July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
  • Length: 12 chapters (approx. 8 hours total)
  • Fee: $249 (Includes all course materials and access to the online training required to take the Hazardous Materials Endorsement written exam)