Bus Driver Training

The Regional Office of Education is responsible for conducting the Initial Permit Training that is required for all new school bus drivers prior to obtaining their bus permit. In addition, the office also conducts the Annual Refresher Course that is required to be taken within the 12-month (364 days) period prior to their school bus permit renewal. Initial and refresher courses are offered at several locations throughout the calendar year.

For questions regarding bus driver training, please call our office at (815) 217-0460.