RICHARDS • Class B / C
Build your skills for a career in bus driving.
Explore school bus and passenger bus training in Mississauga. Choose a program that fits your experience, with one-on-one practical instruction and automatic transmission equipment.
Choose your direction
Which bus licence suits your goal?
Class B
School bus driving
For school-purpose buses designed to carry more than 24 passengers. Applicants must be at least 21 and meet additional school bus licensing requirements.
Class C
Passenger bus driving
For regular buses designed to carry more than 24 passengers, including coach and transit applications. Applicants must be at least 18.
A Z air brake endorsement is needed to operate an air-brake-equipped vehicle. Our B-Z and C-Z programs include the air brake course.
Tuition & training options
Compare our bus programs
Your experience, mechanical aptitude, learning needs and intended role can help determine the right program. Contact us for a free assessment and recommendation.
B or C
Basic
$2,395
Core bus training without the air brake course.
B-Z or C-Z
Basic with air brakes
$2,595
Core bus training plus air brake endorsement training.
B-Z or C-Z
Comprehensive
$3,995
More in-cab training and two included road tests.
| Feature | B / C Basic | B-Z / C-Z Basic | B-Z / C-Z Comprehensive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom training | 12 hours | 12 hours | 12 hours |
| Air brake course | Not included | 12 hours | 12 hours |
| In-cab training | 9 hours | 9 hours | 15 hours |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Practical instruction | One-on-one | One-on-one | One-on-one |
| Included road tests | 1 | 1 | 2 |
No HST is charged on tuition. Tuition receipts are issued. For current payment terms and financing options, view financing information or contact the school.
Before you apply
Your licence requirements
Age and existing licence
- Class B: at least 21 years old
- Class C: at least 18 years old
- A valid Ontario Class G licence or higher
- G1 and G2 holders must obtain their full G licence first
Medical, vision and hearing
Provide a satisfactory commercial medical report completed by a physician or nurse practitioner, and meet the required vision and hearing standards. Examination fees vary by provider.
Download Medical Report Form
View Medical Testing Facilities
Medical Conditions Information
Class B has additional requirements: These include a satisfactory driver record, a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check and successful completion of an MTO-approved school bus driver improvement course. Discuss these requirements with us and review DriveTest's current licensing information.
Residency, legal presence and work eligibility documents
Commercial licence applicants must provide proof of Ontario residency, legal presence in Canada and eligibility to work in Canada.
Ontario residency
Bring two acceptable current documents. Examples include utility bills, rental or mortgage agreements, property tax documents, insurance policies, bank or credit-card statements and eligible employer or government records.
Legal presence and work eligibility
Accepted documents depend on your status. Examples may include a Canadian passport or birth certificate, Permanent Resident Card, or qualifying immigration and work-eligibility documents.
Check the document conditions on DriveTest's accepted-document list before attending.
Class B: criminal record and judicial matters check
Arrange a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters (CRJM) check, or accepted equivalent, through your local police service or an authorized provider. Follow MTO's instructions for submitting your original completed check and driver's licence number.
Ministry of TransportationDriver Improvement Office, Driver Control Section
Attn: Class B or E CRJM
77 Wellesley St. West, Box 671
Toronto, Ontario M7A 1N3
Start this step early. Processing times vary; contact MTO for current submission and status guidance at 416-235-1086 or 1-800-303-4993.
Knowledge and practical skills
What you will work on
Classroom topics
- Pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections
- Space and speed management
- Backing and turning manoeuvres
- Canadian and U.S. Hours of Service
- Emergency passenger procedures
- Air brake training in Z-endorsed programs
- Drug and alcohol awareness
- Defensive driving and accident prevention
- Accident reporting, border crossing and driving law
- Written test preparation
Practical driver training
Build your skills with one-on-one in-vehicle instruction. Practise in our private, 1.5-acre training yard, then progress to public roads as your skills develop.
- Vehicle inspection skills
- Backing and manoeuvring
- On-road driving
- Automatic transmission equipment
- Free student parking
For Z endorsement details, see our Air Brake Endorsement Course.
Your path forward
How to get started
Discuss your goals
Book a free assessment to choose your program, or apply online.
Complete your medical
Arrange your commercial medical report and prepare your required documents.
Arrange Class B screening
If pursuing Class B, begin your CRJM check and confirm the additional school bus requirements.
Build your classroom knowledge
Complete your classroom training and prepare for your applicable knowledge tests.
Complete knowledge testing
Attend DriveTest for the required bus-class knowledge testing and follow the air brake process for your chosen program.
Develop your practical skills
Work with your instructor on inspections, manoeuvring and road driving.
Complete your road test
Demonstrate the required inspection, backing and driving skills for your licence class.
Plan your move into employment
Discuss job placement support and employers that suit your goals.
Prepare for the role as well as the licence
A strong driving record, relevant large-vehicle experience and meeting employer screening requirements can support your next step into bus driving. Talk with our team about your experience and intended role.
Find the bus program that fits you.
Book a free assessment and discuss your next step with RICHARDS.