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☢️ SD HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT — FMCSA REGISTERED

South Dakota HAZMAT
Endorsement — Online Training

For current South Dakota CDL Class A or B holders looking to add the H endorsement. Complete the FMCSA-required theory training 100% online and earn more behind the wheel.

Only $20 · Self-paced
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1,600+ drivers & schools train with ELDT365
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📄 Auto-Uploaded Certificate

Why South Dakota Drivers Add the HAZMAT Endorsement

The H endorsement unlocks higher-paying loads across South Dakota — especially for drivers running freight in and out of Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and Aberdeen.

+$5K–$15K

Higher Annual Pay

HAZMAT-endorsed drivers typically earn thousands more per year than non-endorsed CDL drivers.

More Loads

Expanded Job Options

Fuel, chemicals, gas cylinders, batteries — HAZMAT opens up freight lanes closed to non-endorsed drivers.

Faster Hiring

Top Priority for Fleets

Carriers in South Dakota routinely prioritize HAZMAT-endorsed applicants and pay sign-on bonuses to get them.

Under 3 hrs

Minimal Time Commitment

You can finish the FMCSA theory portion before lunch — and keep your current schedule untouched.

How to Get Your South Dakota HAZMAT Endorsement

Three steps to adding the H endorsement to your SD CDL. ELDT365 handles Step 1 — the theory training the FMCSA requires before you can test.

1

Complete HAZMAT Theory Training

Take our 100% online FMCSA-registered HAZMAT theory course. Covers safe transport, placarding, emergency response, and FMCSA regulations. Your completion is auto-uploaded to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry.

Handled by ELDT365 · $20
2

TSA Background Check

Submit fingerprints at a TSA-approved location and pass a Security Threat Assessment. Required by federal law for all HAZMAT endorsement applicants.

TSA (federal) · separate fee
3

Pass the DPS Written Test

Visit your local South Dakota Department of Public Safety (DPS) office, pass the HAZMAT knowledge exam, and your H endorsement is added to your South Dakota CDL. Your ELDT365 completion is already on file with the FMCSA — no paperwork to bring.

SD DMV · separate state fee
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South Dakota HAZMAT Endorsement Training

$20 · one-time
FMCSA-registered theory course (Step 1 of 3)
Completion auto-uploaded to the FMCSA registry
100% online — desktop or mobile
Self-paced — finish at your own pace
Free retakes on every quiz
Accepted at every South Dakota DPS location
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The HAZMAT endorsement order in South Dakota

Every state runs the TSA background check and the hazmat knowledge test, but not in the same order. This is South Dakota's, from the DPS's own rules.

Hazmat knowledge test with the state, plus a TSA threat assessment at an enrollment center before the H is issued. You must be 21.

Who issues it

South Dakota Department of Public Safety, Driver Licensing.

Official DPS CDL page ›

Age and permit

Age: 18 for in-state driving; 21 to cross state lines or add the hazmat endorsement.

Permit hold: 14 days.

Will South Dakota accept online hazmat theory? Yes, by federal rule. Federal rule 49 CFR 380.703(i) says that state qualification requirements for theory instruction do not apply to providers offering that instruction only online. So your state accepts theory from any provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry, including ELDT365, and no state can require the online theory portion to come from a state-licensed school. States can add their own rules for the behind-the-wheel part, and several do; those are listed below. 49 CFR 380.703(i)

What is different about South Dakota

Sources: South Dakota DPS: Commercial Driver's License · South Dakota DPS: CDL FAQs · South Dakota Truck Info: CDL Qualifications. Checked September and October 2026. Compare all 50 states ›

HAZMAT Requirements in South Dakota

To haul hazardous materials in South Dakota, you need the H endorsement on your CDL. The FMCSA requires all HAZMAT endorsement applicants to first complete theory training from a registered provider — that's where ELDT365 comes in.

After completing our South Dakota HAZMAT theory course, you'll need to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment and the HAZMAT knowledge test at your local South Dakota Department of Public Safety (DPS) office. We handle the FMCSA-required theory portion — Steps 2 and 3 happen through the TSA and DPS.

ELDT365 is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) and fully accepted by every South Dakota DPS location.

Start SD HAZMAT Training →
FMCSA Registered Listed on the official Training Provider Registry — accepted statewide in South Dakota
Auto-Uploaded Certificate Completion sent directly to the FMCSA registry — DPS pulls it automatically
100% Online No classroom required in South Dakota — complete from your phone or computer
Free Retakes Retake any quiz as many times as needed — no extra charge
$20 One-Time No subscription, no hidden fees — one-time HAZMAT training payment

Other Endorsements & Training for South Dakota Drivers

Stacking endorsements is the fastest way to raise your pay ceiling. Add any of these alongside HAZMAT.

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Passenger (P) Endorsement
Required for South Dakota drivers transporting 16+ passengers commercially.
$20
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Class A CDL ELDT
New to CDL? Start with the South Dakota Class A theory course.
$20
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Class B CDL ELDT
Single-vehicle theory training for South Dakota Class B applicants.
$20
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B to A Upgrade
Already have Class B in South Dakota? Upgrade to Class A.
$20

South Dakota HAZMAT Endorsement FAQ

Common questions from South Dakota CDL holders adding the H endorsement.

Is the ELDT365 HAZMAT course accepted in South Dakota?
Yes. ELDT365 is registered on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). Every South Dakota DPS location accepts completion records submitted through the TPR, and we submit yours automatically the moment you finish.
Do I need a CDL before taking the HAZMAT course in South Dakota?
You don't need the CDL in hand to start the theory course, but you'll need a valid South Dakota CDL (Class A or Class B) before the DPS can add the H endorsement to your license. Most drivers take the HAZMAT theory training alongside or right after their CDL training.
How long does the South Dakota HAZMAT theory course take?
Most South Dakota drivers finish the HAZMAT theory in one sitting. The course is self-paced — pause and resume anytime on any device.
What happens after I finish the HAZMAT course?
Your completion is auto-uploaded to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. From there you complete your TSA fingerprint/background check and pass the HAZMAT written test at your local South Dakota DPS office. You don't need to bring a paper certificate — the DPS pulls your training record from the federal registry.
How much does the South Dakota HAZMAT endorsement cost in total?
ELDT365 covers the FMCSA-required theory training for $20. You'll also pay a TSA background check fee (paid directly to TSA) and whatever South Dakota DPS charges for adding an endorsement to a CDL. Those two fees vary and go directly to the TSA and SD state — not to us.
Can I take the South Dakota HAZMAT course on my phone?
Yes. ELDT365 is fully mobile-friendly. Many South Dakota drivers complete the HAZMAT course on their phone during breaks, layovers, or at home.
How much more will I earn with a HAZMAT endorsement in South Dakota?
Most HAZMAT-endorsed drivers earn an extra $5,000–$15,000 per year compared to non-endorsed CDL drivers — with fuel, chemical, and industrial freight lanes running through Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and Aberdeen being common HAZMAT routes in South Dakota. Actual earnings depend on the carrier, the freight, and your experience level.

Add the HAZMAT Endorsement to Your South Dakota CDL

Join 1,600+ drivers who earned their HAZMAT training through ELDT365. $20 · Self-paced · Certificate auto-uploaded to the FMCSA registry.

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