Maine School Bus (S) Endorsement

Maine School Bus ELDT – Get Your S Endorsement Online

Complete your School Bus ELDT online in Maine — FMCSA-approved, accepted at Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV), auto-submitted to TPR. Only $20.

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The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV) requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training before you can test for the School Bus (S) endorsement on your CDL. DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is FMCSA-approved, auto-submitted to the Training Provider Registry, and covers all the federal knowledge you need to pass the Maine BMV skills test.

Quick Answers — School Bus ELDT in Maine

Who needs it?

Any CDL holder adding the School Bus endorsement in Maine after February 7, 2022 must complete FMCSA-approved ELDT before taking the endorsement knowledge test.

How long does it take?

Under 2 hours. It's self-paced and 100% online — start and stop on any device.

How much does it cost?

$20 for the School Bus ELDT at DLA Academy — the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option, with no hidden fees.

Can I do it online?

Yes. The entire course is online and your completion is auto-submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours — no classroom and no appointment.

What's next?

Finish your ELDT, then pass the School Bus knowledge test at Maine BMV.

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Maine 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 Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV)

Visit Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV) to take the School Bus knowledge test. Most states also require a separate skills test in a school bus.

4

Background Check & Physical

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

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

Once Maine BMV 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.

Maine Passenger ELDT — $20

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"DLA Academy's Hazmat ELDT was straightforward and finished in under two hours. Completion auto-submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry the same day."

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"Twenty bucks for FMCSA-approved ELDT and it actually showed up on the registry when my DMV checked. Cheapest legit option I found."

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"Took the 3-endorsement bundle (Hazmat, Passenger, School Bus). $50 total, completed on my phone, all three on the TPR within 24 hours. Done."

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What's included in the School Bus ELDT course?+
The course covers vehicle inspection, passenger safety, student loading and unloading, emergency procedures, and discipline. You'll complete the online theory in under 2 hours. This course fulfills the federal ELDT mandate but does not include behind-the-wheel training — you'll need to arrange BTW separately with a Maine BMV-approved provider.
How much does the School Bus ELDT cost?+
School Bus ELDT is $20. DLA Academy is the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option — many competitors charge $23–$75 for the same course. If you're also getting other endorsements, check out the 3-Endorsement Bundle (Hazmat + Passenger + School Bus) for $50 and save $10.
How long does it take to complete the course?+
The School Bus ELDT completes in under 2 hours. You can finish it in one sitting or spread it across multiple sessions — the course saves your progress. Once you're done, your completion is auto-submitted to FMCSA within 24 hours.
Do I need the School Bus ELDT if my CDL was issued before February 7, 2022?+
No. CDLs issued before February 7, 2022 are grandfathered and exempt from the ELDT requirement. However, if you're upgrading your license or adding a new endorsement, you will need to complete the School Bus ELDT before testing with the Maine BMV.
Is my School Bus ELDT completion automatically submitted to Maine BMV?+
Your completion is auto-submitted to FMCSA's Training Provider Registry (TPR) within 24 hours. The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV) will see your completion there and you'll be eligible to test for your S endorsement. Bring your completion certificate to the Maine BMV when you schedule your skills test.

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$20 flat. FMCSA-approved. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles (Maine BMV). Under 2 hours on any device.

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