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School Bus ELDT — Choose Your Option
Both options include the same FMCSA-approved School Bus ELDT course. Same-day adds priority TPR submission the day you complete.
Best Value — Save $10
3-Endorsement Bundle — Hazmat + Passenger + School Bus ELDT
Most school bus drivers also need Passenger and Hazmat endorsements. Get all three theory courses for $50 — saves $10 versus buying separately.
Get Bundle — $50
Who Needs School Bus ELDT?
🚌Public School District Drivers
Transportation departments hiring full-time bus drivers require the S endorsement before your first route — complete ELDT today and start sooner.
🏫Private & Charter School Drivers
Private schools and charter operators require the S endorsement for all drivers operating school buses on their behalf.
🏢Transportation Contractors
Companies contracted by school districts to provide bus services. All drivers must hold the S endorsement before operating.
🧒Summer Camps & Youth Programs
Seasonal transport operators for camps, youth programs, and after-school activities requiring endorsed drivers.
Already have a School Bus endorsement? If you held a valid S endorsement before February 7, 2022, you are exempt from ELDT for that endorsement. This course is only required for drivers adding the School Bus endorsement for the first time on or after that date.
What School Bus ELDT Covers — 14 Modules
The shortest ELDT theory course we offer. Covers every FMCSA-mandated topic for the School Bus (S) endorsement:
Danger zones & mirror usage
Safe loading & unloading procedures
Vehicle orientation & pre/post-trip inspection
Emergency exit & evacuation procedures
Railroad-highway grade crossing safety
Student management & behavioral considerations
Special safety considerations
School bus security protocols
Route and stop reviews
Final assessment — 80% to pass
Most states require both S and P endorsements for school bus drivers. If you need the Passenger endorsement too, DLA Academy's Passenger ELDT is also $20 — or get both plus Hazmat in the
3-Endorsement Bundle for $50 →
Theory only: DLA Academy covers the ELDT theory portion only. If your state or employer requires behind-the-wheel training, that must be completed with a local FMCSA-registered BTW provider. Contact your state DMV or employer for specific BTW requirements.
School Bus ELDT — $20 Flat
FMCSA-approved · 14 modules · Done in 30–45 minutes · Auto-submitted to TPR within 24 hours · 49 states
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a School Bus endorsement to drive a school bus?+
Yes. Any CDL driver operating a vehicle defined as a school bus under FMCSA § 383.5 must hold a valid School Bus (S) endorsement. If you are adding this endorsement for the first time after February 7, 2022, ELDT theory training is required before the state knowledge test.
How long does School Bus ELDT take?+
DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is our shortest ELDT theory course — just 14 focused modules. Most drivers complete it in 30–45 minutes. The course is 100% self-paced and works on any device. There is no time limit.
Is this course accepted in my state?+
Yes. DLA Academy is listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry and our School Bus ELDT course is accepted at DMVs in 49 states. Washington State is not served.
How quickly are my results submitted to FMCSA?+
Your completion is automatically submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours. Once submitted, your state DMV can verify your training and you are cleared to schedule your endorsement knowledge test. Need it faster? The same-day submission option ($35) submits results the same day you complete.
Do I need a Passenger endorsement too?+
In most states, yes — school bus drivers must hold both the School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements. DLA Academy's Passenger ELDT is also $20, or get both plus Hazmat ELDT in the 3-Endorsement Bundle for $50 — saving $10 versus buying separately.
Do I need a CDL before taking this course?+
You need to hold a CDL or Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) to apply for the School Bus endorsement. This ELDT theory course can be completed before or alongside your behind-the-wheel training.
Does DLA Academy provide behind-the-wheel training?+
No — DLA Academy covers the ELDT theory portion only. Behind-the-wheel training must be completed with a local FMCSA-registered BTW provider if required by your state or employer. Contact your state DMV for specific BTW requirements.
Is this course really only $20?+
Yes — $20 flat, no subscriptions, no hidden fees. Same-day TPR submission is available for $35 if you need your results the day you complete.
Other ELDT Courses — All $20
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