Professional motorcoach driver welcoming passengers boarding a charter bus

Buses, motorcoaches, and shuttles

Passenger Endorsement Training

Prepare qualified commercial drivers for the passenger endorsement process, including passenger safety, loading and unloading, vehicle inspections, emergency procedures, and passenger transportation regulations.

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Who this program is for

Drivers who want to operate charter buses, motorcoaches, or shuttles
Class B students planning passenger careers
Drivers preparing for SPAB certification

Training topics

Passenger vehicle inspection procedures
Passenger loading, unloading, and accessibility
Emergency exits and evacuation procedures
Managing passenger safety and conduct
Railroad crossings and prohibited practices
Passenger transportation regulations

Prerequisites

Valid California CLP or CDL of the appropriate class
Current DOT medical certificate
Minimum age and driving record requirements as set by the DMV

Licensing & certification requirements

First-time passenger (P) endorsement applicants must complete ELDT passenger theory and behind-the-wheel training from a registered provider
Pass the DMV passenger knowledge test
Pass the skills test in a passenger vehicle of the appropriate class

Training format

Classroom / theory instruction
Behind-the-wheel passenger vehicle training
Schedules confirmed at enrollment

Career opportunities

Charter bus driver
Motorcoach operator
Airport or corporate shuttle driver

Enrollment, eligibility, instruction, testing, and licensing outcomes are subject to applicable California DMV, CHP, and federal FMCSA requirements, including Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rules. Completing training does not guarantee licensure, certification, or employment.

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