Idaho School Bus (S) Endorsement

Idaho School Bus ELDT – FMCSA-Approved Online Training

Complete your School Bus ELDT online in Idaho — FMCSA-approved, accepted at Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV), auto-submitted to TPR. Only $20.

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If you're applying for a School Bus (S) endorsement in Idaho, the Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV) requires you to complete FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before you can take the endorsement skills test. DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is FMCSA-approved, listed on the Training Provider Registry, and completed online in under 2 hours.

Idaho 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 Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV)

Visit Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV) to take the School Bus knowledge test. Most states also require a separate skills test in a school bus.

4

Background Check & Physical

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

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

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

What DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT Covers

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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.

Idaho Passenger ELDT — $20

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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
What's the cost of DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT?+
School Bus ELDT is $20. That's the lowest price for an FMCSA-approved course. Other providers typically charge $23–$75 for the same training.
How long does it take to complete School Bus ELDT?+
Most students finish in under 2 hours. The course is entirely online, so you work at your own pace. Once you pass the final knowledge check, your completion certificate is generated immediately.
What does Idaho DMV require for the S endorsement?+
The Idaho DMV requires you to complete FMCSA-approved ELDT, pass the School Bus knowledge test, and pass the skills test with a qualified examiner. DLA's course covers the theory you need for the knowledge test.
Is DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT really FMCSA-approved?+
Yes. We're listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. Completion is automatically submitted to the Registry within 24 hours, and the Idaho DMV can verify your course completion instantly.
Who needs School Bus ELDT?+
Anyone applying for a new School Bus (S) endorsement needs FMCSA-approved ELDT. If you got your CDL before February 7, 2022, you're grandfathered out. But if you're adding or upgrading an endorsement, you must complete ELDT first.

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$20 flat. FMCSA-approved. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at Idaho Transportation Department — Division of Motor Vehicles (Idaho DMV). Under 2 hours on any device.

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