Vermont School Bus (S) Endorsement

Vermont School Bus ELDT — Required for the S Endorsement

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

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The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (VT DMV) requires FMCSA-approved Entry-Level Driver Training before you can test for your School Bus (S) endorsement. DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT is FMCSA-approved, auto-submitted to the Training Provider Registry within 24 hours of completion, and accepted in Vermont.

Vermont 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 Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (VT DMV)

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

4

Background Check & Physical

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

5

Receive Your S Endorsement

Once VT 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

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.

Vermont 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
What does the School Bus ELDT cover?+
DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT covers the federal safety and operational requirements for school bus drivers: vehicle inspection, loading and unloading procedures, emergency protocols, student management, and road safety specific to student transportation. The course completes in under 2 hours.
How much does DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT cost?+
The School Bus ELDT is $20. It's the lowest-priced FMCSA-approved option — other providers typically charge $25–$75 for the same course. If you need multiple endorsements, our 3-Endorsement Bundle (Hazmat + Passenger + School Bus) is $50 and saves you $10.
How long does it take to complete the course?+
Most drivers complete the School Bus ELDT in under 2 hours. You can log in, work through the material at your own pace, and finish whenever it fits your schedule. Upon completion, your certificate is auto-submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry within 24 hours.
Does Vermont's VT DMV accept DLA Academy's School Bus ELDT?+
Yes. DLA Academy is FMCSA-approved and listed on the Training Provider Registry. Vermont accepts any FMCSA-approved ELDT course. You'll present your completion certificate when you apply for your S endorsement at a VT DMV office.
Who needs to complete the School Bus ELDT?+
If you're applying for a new S (School Bus) endorsement on your CDL, you must complete FMCSA-approved ELDT. If your CDL was issued before February 7, 2022, you are grandfathered and do not need ELDT. However, if you're upgrading to a new class or adding an endorsement after that date, ELDT is required.

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