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School Transportation Career Pathway · Ages 18–24

CDL Class B

With School Bus (S) & Passenger (P) Endorsements

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Provider

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About the Pathway

Train. Prepare. Get Connected. Move Forward.

YEP offers a school transportation career pathway that includes Bus Attendant preparation and CDL Class B theory training with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements.

As an FMCSA-compliant ELDT provider listed on the Training Provider Registry, YEP prepares participants with the knowledge, safety awareness and professional readiness needed for school transportation careers.

Training supports both attendant pathway opportunities and CDL preparation in partnership with behind-the-wheel providers.

Employment opportunities may be available upon successful program completion and employer qualification.

Program At A Glance

Built Around Your Future

Ages18–24
Program Length8–12 Weeks
ScheduleMonday–Thursday
Time9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Pathway OptionsBus Attendant (18–20)
CDL Class B (21–24)

*Driver opportunities are generally for ages 21–24. Participants ages 18–20 may enter through the Bus Attendant Pathway.

Choose Your Pathway

Two Ways In

Bus Attendant Pathway

Ages 18–20
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A great first step into the transportation field. Attendants play a vital role in student safety, rider support and daily operations.

  • Student Safety & Passenger Assistance
  • Communication & Professionalism
  • Emergency Awareness & Procedures
  • Workplace Readiness & Teamwork

CDL Class B Driver Training

Ages 21–24
Smiling driver giving a thumbs up behind the wheel

ELDT theory instruction and endorsement preparation for a CDL Class B with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements.

  • ELDT Theory Instruction
  • Class B Knowledge Preparation
  • School Bus (S) & Passenger (P) Endorsement Preparation
  • Behind-the-Wheel Training Access through Partner Providers
  • Licensing & Skills-Test Preparation
  • Employer Connections & Career Pathways
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Employment Pathway

Employment opportunities may be available immediately upon successful program completion and meeting employer hiring qualifications.

YEP works to connect qualified program completers with school transportation employers seeking trained bus attendants and CDL Class B drivers with S & P endorsements.

Employment is not guaranteed and remains subject to each employer's hiring requirements, including age, licensing, medical, background, insurance and other qualifications.

Career Readiness & Professional Development

Skills That Get You Hired

Professional Communication
Résumé & Interview Prep
Customer Service & Public Interaction
Workplace Expectations
Teamwork & Reliability
Professionalism & Career Success
Visit Us

YEP's Main Office

6716 Rising Sun Ave
Philadelphia, PA

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