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☢️ TN HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT — FMCSA REGISTERED

Tennessee HAZMAT
Endorsement — Online Training

For current Tennessee 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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⚡ Most Finish in Under 3 Hours
📱 Mobile Friendly
🔄 Free Retakes
📄 Auto-Uploaded Certificate

Why Tennessee Drivers Add the HAZMAT Endorsement

The H endorsement unlocks higher-paying loads across Tennessee — especially for drivers running freight in and out of Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville.

+$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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee HAZMAT Endorsement

Three steps to adding the H endorsement to your TN 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 DOS Written Test

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

TN DMV · separate state fee
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Tennessee 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 Tennessee DOS location
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The HAZMAT endorsement order in Tennessee

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

Tennessee runs hazmat in a specific order: fingerprinting and the TSA security threat assessment come FIRST, and only after TSA clears you can you take the vision and hazmat knowledge tests at a Driver Services Center. The background check must be within the last 90 days.

Who issues it

Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Driver Services.

Official TDOSHS CDL page ›

Age and permit

Age: 18, restricted to driving within Tennessee until 21; 21 to cross state lines or haul hazmat.

Permit hold: 14 days.

Will Tennessee 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 Tennessee

Sources: TDOSHS: Commercial Driver License · TDOSHS: Hazmat endorsement steps · TDOSHS: Fees. Checked September and October 2026. Compare all 50 states ›

HAZMAT Requirements in Tennessee

To haul hazardous materials in Tennessee, 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 Tennessee HAZMAT theory course, you'll need to pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment and the HAZMAT knowledge test at your local Tennessee Department of Safety (DOS) office. We handle the FMCSA-required theory portion — Steps 2 and 3 happen through the TSA and DOS.

ELDT365 is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) and fully accepted by every Tennessee DOS location.

Start TN HAZMAT Training →
FMCSA Registered Listed on the official Training Provider Registry — accepted statewide in Tennessee
Auto-Uploaded Certificate Completion sent directly to the FMCSA registry — DOS pulls it automatically
100% Online No classroom required in Tennessee — 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee drivers transporting 16+ passengers commercially.
$20
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Class A CDL ELDT
New to CDL? Start with the Tennessee Class A theory course.
$20
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Class B CDL ELDT
Single-vehicle theory training for Tennessee Class B applicants.
$20
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B to A Upgrade
Already have Class B in Tennessee? Upgrade to Class A.
$20

Tennessee HAZMAT Endorsement FAQ

Common questions from Tennessee CDL holders adding the H endorsement.

Is the ELDT365 HAZMAT course accepted in Tennessee?
Yes. ELDT365 is registered on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). Every Tennessee DOS 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 Tennessee?
You don't need the CDL in hand to start the theory course, but you'll need a valid Tennessee CDL (Class A or Class B) before the DOS 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 Tennessee HAZMAT theory course take?
Most Tennessee 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 Tennessee DOS office. You don't need to bring a paper certificate — the DOS pulls your training record from the federal registry.
How much does the Tennessee 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 Tennessee DOS charges for adding an endorsement to a CDL. Those two fees vary and go directly to the TSA and TN state — not to us.
Can I take the Tennessee HAZMAT course on my phone?
Yes. ELDT365 is fully mobile-friendly. Many Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
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 Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville being common HAZMAT routes in Tennessee. Actual earnings depend on the carrier, the freight, and your experience level.

Add the HAZMAT Endorsement to Your Tennessee 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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