As an aspiring commercial driver in Illinois, I need to understand the initial steps for obtaining a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). What mandatory training is required, what types of written and skills exams must I pass, and what are three common endorsements I can add to my CDL?
Navigate to the 'Commercial Driver's License (CDL)' section from the homepage. Locate and access the 'Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)' information to identify training requirements and at least three endorsements. Return to the main CDL page. Identify from the main CDL page's content or available links the types of written exams and confirm the requirement for a skills test. Synthesize the gathered information on training, exams, and endorsements.
State that Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) is required for CDL applicants. Identify and state that both written exams (e.g., General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicles, as implied by the study guide's purpose) and a skills/drive test are necessary for obtaining a CDL. List at least three specific CDL endorsements available in Illinois (e.g., Passenger (P), School Bus (S), Hazardous Materials (H)). Provide a summary that accurately includes all requested information.