What is Entry-Level Driver Training?

Entry-level driver Training, or ELDT, is a set of regulations establishing the minimum Federal training requirements for entry-level drivers. These requirements must be met before taking specific CDL skills or knowledge tests. It’s a crucial step in your journey to becoming a professional driver.

“Know the difference between a good driver and a safe driver.”

How do I get an “S” endorsement for a school bus driver?

For someone to get a New York State commercial driver’s license (CDL), the applicant must pass a four-part written test. The individual must pass the General Knowledge, Air Brake, Passengers, and School Bus endorsement. The individual must pass a road (skills) test to receive your (CDL).

Commercial Driving School

Road Test Appointment

Excellent driving lessons in commercial driving school with our professional instructors to get you driving experience until you feel comfortable.

When you are ready to pass your DMV road test, your driving school will schedule a road test appointment. The skills test is also included in the packages

CDL Class B with P & S endorsements

Getting your CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement at Prime Time Driving School will help you achieve your goal and open new avenues of income-earning potential. Our programs go above and beyond the minimum licensing training of other schools. You can be on the road to a better career in a very short period. CDL Class B drivers with “S” endorsement are in huge demand. NYS DMV qualified instructors.

Before starting your CDL training with the ” S” endorsement, you must pass the general knowledge written test, the air brake written test, the passenger written test, and the “S” endorsement written test.

Prime Time Driving School is your go-to destination for CDL practice tests and professional bus driving training in Brooklyn, New York. Our experienced instructors have a proven track record of helping drivers acquire their CDL licenses faster than any other CDL driving school in town.
 
Our comprehensive range of CDL practice tests and personalized packages is carefully designed to help you thoroughly prepare for the exam and gain confidence in your driving skills for a more successful career.
 
Our esteemed team consists of certified instructors who are deeply committed to delivering an exceptional training experience. We provide a comprehensive bus driver training program meticulously crafted to furnish you with the requisite skills and knowledge for excelling in your driving proficiency and successfully passing your road examination with exemplary results.
 

Opt for Prime Time Driving School to receive comprehensive bus driving training tailored to prepare you for a rewarding career in the transportation industry. Contact us at your earliest convenience to gain an in-depth understanding of our programs and set off on the path toward obtaining certification as a school bus driver.

Bus Single lesson: $130.00

Bus for road test: $270.00

Skill test fee: 45.00

Road test appointment: $20.00

Package One

14-lesson package

Bus for road test 

Skill test

Road test appointment

$1,275.00

Package Two

16-lesson package 

Bus for road test

Skill test

Road test appointment

$1,495.00

Package Three

20-lesson package

Bus for road test

Skill test

Road test appointment

$1,715.00

Package Four

14-lesson package

Bus for road test 

Skill test

Road test appointment

$1,925.00

Package Five

16-lesson package 

Bus for road test

Skill test

Road test appointment

$2,135.00

Package Six

20-lesson package

Bus for road test

Skill test

Road test appointment

$2,575.00

How do I get a Commercial Driver's License?

Getting a CDL involves several steps. There are medical requirements and residency requirements besides knowledge and skills requirements.

  • The first step is to get a copy of your state’s Commercial Driver’s Licensing (CDL) Manual. The manual is available in their field locations, downloaded from their website, and printed. Each state has its own process for getting the CDL.
  • The second step is to decide which type of vehicle and what kind of driving you want to get the license for.
  • There are 3 classes of CDLs with endorsements for specialized qualifications for vehicles like school buses, tank trucks, tractor-trailers, etc. Each type of CDL and endorsement requires you to pass a skills test and, in some cases, a written test. It is essential to ensure you pass all the required tests or risk having restrictions on your license.
  • Applicants for certain CDLs and CDL endorsements must complete entry-level driver training before taking the CDL skills test or hazardous materials endorsement written test–see Entry-Level Driver Training for more details.

Once you’ve finished getting informed and making decisions, there are three basic steps to getting a CDL:

Step 1: Get the Commercial Learner Permit (CLP)

A commercial learner’s permit (CLP) is a permit that only authorizes you to practice on public roads with a qualified CDL holder sitting next to you. Getting the permit involves more than just passing all the knowledge tests for the driving you want to do. To ensure you are eligible, your driving record must be checked for the last ten years in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. You need to bring in the proof that your state accepts to show that you are medically qualified. Most types of commercial driving require a DOT medical card and a DOT physical. Your state may require specific documents it wants to see to prove your name and proof of residency. There are fees for getting the CLP. Reading and following the instructions in your state’s CDL Manual streamlines the process.

Step 2: Complete Entry-Level Driver Training

Drivers applying for a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time who are issued a CLP on or after February 7, 2022, must complete entry-level driver training with a registered training provider before testing. Some States may have additional requirements above and beyond the Federal training requirements.

Note: There is no Federal requirement for drivers to complete their entry-level driver theory training before applying for a CLP.

Visit the Training Provider Registry (https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov/) to search for a training provider. Once you have completed training, the provider will electronically submit certification of your training completion to the Training Provider Registry. Drivers may look up their training certification information using the “Check My Record” tool.

Step 3: Get the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

You must possess the (CLP) Commercial Learner’s Permit for 14 days and complete applicable entry-level driver training to be eligible for the CDL skills test.

You must pass the Skills Test’s three parts: the Vehicle Inspection Test, the Basic Controls Test, and the Road Test. Your state may even allow you to use their “training aid” to help you remember items on the vehicle inspection checklist. Taking the skills test is no guarantee that you will pass.

Once you have passed the skills test, you must take the documentation to the counter for processing. Some states will give you the CDL that same day, while others will send it to you via mail. Regardless, make sure that everything is correct before you leave the counter. It can be costly and embarrassing if you find a mistake later.

Please avoid road rage to ensure your riders feel comfortable riding with you.

  • Allow enough travel time to reach your destination on schedule.
  • Adjust your schedule to prevent driving during times with the most highway traffic.
  • If you are late, please feel free to call ahead so you can relax.
  • Do not drive when angry, upset, or exhausted.
  • Make your vehicle comfortable. Listen to relaxing music and prevent conditions that make you anxious.