1-Week Passenger School/Bus CDL

Class B CDL 40-Hour School Bus/Passenger Course

• Duration: One week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Testing: Class B CDL test with Passenger and School Bus endorsements at the end of the course

What You’ll Learn:

This intensive 40-hour program is designed to prepare you for your Class B CDL with specialized endorsements, giving you the skills and confidence to operate a wide range of passenger vehicles safely and effectively.

Hands-On Training Includes:

• Motor Coaches: Learn to operate full-sized motor coaches used for long-distance travel and charter services.
• Transit Buses: Hands-on experience driving city transit buses commonly used for public transportation.
• School Buses: Training with Class B school buses, ensuring you’re prepared for routes involving student transportation.
• Head Start Buses: Focused instruction on smaller Class C and B buses, often used for Head Start programs.
• Shuttle Buses: Operation of passenger shuttle buses, perfect for jobs in airports, hotels, and event transportation.

Endorsements You’ll Earn:

• Passenger Endorsement (P): Required for driving any vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver).
• School Bus Endorsement (S): Necessary for anyone planning to drive a yellow school bus, preparing you to transport students safely and responsibly.
• Air Brake Qualification: Essential for operating buses equipped with air brake systems, ensuring you understand the mechanics and proper use of air brakes.

Testing:

At the end of the week, you’ll take your Class B CDL test — including pre-trip inspections, skills tests, and on-the-road driving — with your Passenger and School Bus endorsements.

Why Choose Midwest?

With over 27 years of experience and more than 20,000 students trained, Midwest Truck Driving School has a reputation for delivering high-quality, hands-on training. Our instructors work closely with each student, making sure you leave not just with a license, but with the knowledge and confidence to start driving immediately.

This course opens doors to a variety of career paths — from school districts to public transit agencies, charter bus companies, and more.

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