Alabama School Bus (S) Endorsement

Alabama School Bus ELDT — FMCSA-Approved Online Training

Complete your School Bus ELDT online in Alabama — FMCSA-approved, accepted at Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), auto-submitted to TPR. Only $20.

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The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before you can test for the School Bus (S) endorsement on your Commercial Driver License. DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is FMCSA-approved, listed on the Training Provider Registry, and covers everything you need to pass the ALEA knowledge test and get road-test ready.

Alabama School Bus ELDT — Step by Step

1

Hold a Valid CDL

You need an existing Class A, B, or C CDL before adding the School Bus (S) endorsement. If you don't have one yet, start with CDL A or CDL B Theory ELDT.

2

Complete School Bus ELDT Online

Complete DLA Academy's FMCSA-approved School Bus ELDT online in under 2 hours. Auto-submitted to FMCSA TPR within 24 hours.

3

Pass the S Endorsement Knowledge Test at Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

Visit Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) to take the School Bus knowledge test. Most states also require a separate skills test in a school bus.

4

Background Check & Physical

Alabama requires a background check and DOT physical for school bus drivers. Some districts require additional clearances.

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

Once ALEA has your ELDT completion and test results, the School Bus endorsement is added to your CDL.

What DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT Covers

Also Drive Passengers?

Add the P Endorsement Too

School bus drivers often need the Passenger (P) endorsement in addition to S. DLA Academy's Passenger ELDT is $20 — or save by grabbing the 3-endorsement bundle (Hazmat + Passenger + School Bus) for $50.

Alabama Passenger ELDT — $20

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What DLA Academy Drivers Say

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"Cheaper than every other ELDT site I checked and the material was straightforward. No fluff. Recommend."
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"Took it on my phone during a layover. Done in 90 minutes. DMV already had my completion the next day."
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs to complete School Bus ELDT in Alabama?+
You need School Bus ELDT if you're applying for the S endorsement on a new or upgraded Alabama CDL. The exception: if your CDL was issued before February 7, 2022, you're grandfathered in and don't need ELDT. Any upgrades or new endorsements after that date require FMCSA-approved training.
How long does the School Bus ELDT course take?+
You can complete the School Bus ELDT in under 2 hours. It's all online, self-paced, and you can log in and out as needed. Once you finish, your completion is auto-submitted to FMCSA within 24 hours.
What's the cost of School Bus ELDT?+
School Bus ELDT is $20. That's the lowest price you'll find for FMCSA-approved training. If you need multiple endorsements, the 3-Endorsement Bundle (Hazmat + Passenger + School Bus) is $50 and saves you $10.
Does DLA Academy submit my completion to ALEA?+
DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and auto-submits your completion to the Federal Training Provider Registry (TPR) within 24 hours. ALEA will see your training record when you apply for the S endorsement. You still take the knowledge and skills tests through ALEA.
What are Alabama's specific School Bus endorsement requirements?+
Alabama's Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) requires FMCSA-approved ELDT, a passing CDL knowledge test covering school-bus-specific topics, a Medical Certificate (FMCSA Form MCSA-5875), and a passing CDL skills test with a school bus. DLA Academy's course covers the ELDT requirement; you'll handle the other steps with ALEA.

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