1-Week Passenger School/Bus CDL

Get Your Class B CDL with Passenger & School Bus Endorsements in Just 1 Week at Midwest Truck Driving School – Escanaba, Michigan

40-Hour Intensive School Bus / Passenger Endorsement Training

Hands-on training on school buses, transit buses, motor coaches & shuttles • Air Brake included • Passenger (P) + School Bus (S) endorsements • ELDT compliant • Perfect for school districts, transit, and charter jobs in the Upper Midwest

Ready to Drive School Buses or Passenger Vehicles in Only 5 Days? Our fast-track 1-Week Class B Passenger / School Bus program delivers the specialized endorsements and real-world skills you need to start a stable, rewarding career with school districts, transit agencies, and charter companies. Located in Escanaba in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula — serving Upper Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and beyond.

  • Full Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
  • Air Brake qualification included
  • Small class sizes = maximum behind-the-wheel time
  • Training on multiple passenger vehicles — school buses, transit buses, motor coaches & shuttles

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Why Choose Our 1-Week Passenger / School Bus Program?

This intensive 40-hour program is designed for drivers who want to quickly add high-demand passenger/school bus endorsements to their Class B CDL. You’ll gain confidence operating large passenger vehicles safely — especially important for student transportation and public transit.

Hands-On Training Includes:

  • School Buses — Yellow bus training for safe student transport routes
  • Transit Buses — City and public transportation experience
  • Motor Coaches — Full-size charter and long-distance coaches
  • Shuttle & Head Start Buses — Smaller passenger vehicles for airports, hotels, events, and programs

Endorsements & Qualifications You’ll Earn:

  • Passenger Endorsement (P) — For any vehicle carrying 16+ passengers
  • School Bus Endorsement (S) — Required for operating yellow school buses
  • Air Brake Qualification — Critical for most bus operations

What You’ll Master:

  • Pre-trip inspections specific to buses
  • Safe passenger loading/unloading & emergency procedures
  • Air brake systems and operation
  • Backing, turning, and maneuvering large passenger vehicles
  • On-road driving in Upper Michigan conditions (highway, rural, and city)

Upon successful completion you receive:

  • Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
  • FMCSA ELDT Certificate
  • Job placement assistance focused on school districts, transit agencies, and charter companies across the Upper Midwest

Program Details

Duration: 1 Week (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) Total Hours: 40+ hours of intensive classroom, range, and road training Testing: Class B skills test + Passenger & School Bus endorsements at the end of the week

What’s Included:

  • All training materials and books
  • Use of multiple passenger vehicles (school buses, transit, coaches, shuttles)
  • Air brake training
  • Final skills test preparation
  • Job placement support

Location: 1519 North 26th Street, Escanaba, MI 49829 Serving the entire Upper Midwest.

 


Why Students Choose Midwest Truck Driving School for Bus Training

  • Over 27 years of excellence and 20,000+ graduates
  • Experienced instructors who understand school bus and passenger operations
  • Modern training fleet with real passenger vehicles
  • Strong reputation with local school districts and transit employers
  • Fast path to stable local jobs with excellent benefits

 


 

Seats Are Limited – Enroll in the Next 1-Week Passenger / School Bus Class Today

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