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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

Education

State and federal governments establish bus driver qualifications and standards, which include a commercial driver's license (CDL) with the proper endorsements. Many employers provide several weeks of training and help new employees obtain their CDL.

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Related College Majors

Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $3,773.00 per year

Certifications or Licenses

All bus drivers must obtain commercial driver's licenses (CDL) with the proper endorsements. Qualifications and standards for drivers are established by state and federal regulations. Bus drivers ...

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General Qualifications

Many employers prefer applicants who are at least 24 years old. Because bus drivers deal with passengers, they must be courteous. They need an even temperament and emotional stability because driv...

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Knowledge

  • Transportation
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language
  • Psychology

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Pima Community College
61,012
Salt Lake Community College
52,459
Central Texas College
47,749
Florida State College at Jacks...
47,474
Palm Beach State College
42,439
Central New Mexico Community C...
41,506
Glendale Community College
32,378
Lansing Community College
30,822
Indian River State College
26,433
Vincennes University
23,424
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