Oregon School Bus (S) Endorsement

Oregon School Bus ELDT – Get Your S Endorsement

Complete your School Bus ELDT online in Oregon — FMCSA-approved, accepted at Oregon Department of Transportation — Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (Oregon DMV), auto-submitted to TPR. Only $20.

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The Oregon Department of Transportation — Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (Oregon DMV) requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before you can take the skills test for a School Bus (S) endorsement. DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is FMCSA-approved, auto-submitted to the Training Provider Registry, and accepted in Oregon.

Oregon 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 Oregon Department of Transportation — Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (Oregon DMV)

Visit Oregon Department of Transportation — Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (Oregon DMV) to take the School Bus knowledge test. Most states also require a separate skills test in a school bus.

4

Background Check & Physical

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

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

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

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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.

Oregon Passenger ELDT — $20

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Who needs the School Bus ELDT in Oregon?+
Anyone applying for a new School Bus (S) endorsement needs FMCSA-approved ELDT before testing. If you already held a CDL with an S endorsement before February 7, 2022, you're grandfathered in. If you're upgrading from a non-commercial license or adding the S endorsement after that date, the Oregon DMV requires proof of ELDT completion.
How long does the School Bus ELDT take?+
DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT completes in under 2 hours. You can finish it in one sitting or spread it across multiple sessions — your progress is saved automatically.
What are Oregon's School Bus endorsement requirements?+
Oregon DMV requires completion of FMCSA-approved School Bus ELDT, then a passing score on the School Bus knowledge test and the skills test. You'll also need a medical certificate (FMCSA form). Fingerprinting for school background checks is handled separately by Oregon DMV. Check the Oregon DMV website for the current checklist and any updates.
How much does the School Bus ELDT cost?+
DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is $20 — the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option. Other providers typically charge $23–$75 for the same course. If you need the S endorsement plus Hazmat and Passenger, the 3-Endorsement Bundle saves you $10 at $50 total.
Does DLA Academy submit my completion to FMCSA?+
Yes. As soon as you finish the School Bus ELDT, DLA Academy automatically submits your completion to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) within 24 hours. You'll receive a certificate you can show Oregon DMV. DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and listed on the TPR, so your course counts everywhere.

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