New York School Bus (S) Endorsement

New York School Bus ELDT – FMCSA-Approved Online Training

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

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New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV) requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before you can take the skills test for the School Bus (S) endorsement. DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and listed on the Training Provider Registry. Complete the School Bus ELDT online in under 2 hours and we'll auto-submit your completion to FMCSA within 24 hours.

New York 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 New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV)

Visit New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV) to take the School Bus knowledge test. Most states also require a separate skills test in a school bus.

4

Background Check & Physical

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

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

Once NY 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.

New York Passenger ELDT — $20

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What DLA Academy Drivers Say

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"Best price, quality course. Got my Hazmat endorsement squared away in under an hour. Auto-submitted to TPR like they said."
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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 the School Bus ELDT in New York?+
You need the School Bus ELDT if you're getting your first S endorsement or upgrading your CDL to add the S endorsement after February 7, 2022. If your current CDL was issued before February 7, 2022, you're grandfathered in and do not need ELDT to add the S endorsement. Check with the NY DMV to confirm your license issuance date.
How long does the School Bus ELDT take to complete?+
The School Bus ELDT completes in under 2 hours. You can finish in one sitting or log back in later — your progress is saved.
What are New York's requirements for the School Bus endorsement?+
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV) requires completion of FMCSA-approved School Bus ELDT, passage of the knowledge test, and passage of the skills test. You'll also need to pass a medical exam and background checks. Visit the NY DMV website for the full requirements and testing locations.
Is the School Bus ELDT FMCSA-approved and will my completion be submitted to the Training Provider Registry?+
Yes. DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved. Your School Bus ELDT completion is automatically submitted to FMCSA's Training Provider Registry (TPR) within 24 hours. You'll receive a completion certificate immediately upon finishing.
How much does the School Bus ELDT cost?+
The School Bus ELDT is $20. This is the lowest price for FMCSA-approved School Bus training — other providers typically charge $23–$75. DLA Academy passes the savings on to you.

Ready to Start Your New York School Bus ELDT?

$20 flat. FMCSA-approved. Auto-submitted to TPR. Accepted at New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NY DMV). Under 2 hours on any device.

Start School Bus ELDT — $20 Which Course Do I Need?
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