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    PTSI conducts this 5-day course with state-of-the-art technology and top-notch instructors – NYSED Certified Master Instructors, selected from the finest in New York State. Here is your opportunity to receive the most advanced training needed to conduct effective training programs for your employees and coworkers. Learn current requirements for your department/operation to be fully compliant with New York State Department of Education Guidelines and Regulations. NYS Department of Education prerequisites to be certified to take this course are listed below.

    Price of Course
    $945
    Length
    5 days, in person
    Instructors
    NYSED Certified Master Instructors
    Certification
    NYSED School Bus Driver Instructor
    Next class
    Nov 4, 2026 · East Syracuse
    Register

    Prerequisites

    NYS Department of Education prerequisites to be certified to take this course.

    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Currently employed in pupil transportation
    • Completed Basic School Bus Driver Course
    • Completed Advanced School Bus Driver Course or another DMV approved PIRP Course DMV Online Course · DMV Classroom Course
    • Zero points on driving record
    See dates & registerPre-Course Download Packet
    Important: If your diploma is from outside the USA, be advised it will need to be translated, verified, and assessed as equivalent to an American diploma to become a certified instructor. The cost of the evaluation is the sole responsibility of the participant, and there will be no refunds to student participants whose diploma fails to meet USA standards. Early submission of international diplomas and verification documentation is recommended.

    Pre-Course Download Packet

    Forms and reading to complete before Day 1.

    Download the packet (PDF)

    Benefits of This Course

    • Takes your career to the “next level”!
    • SBDI course offered by PTSI, the leading nonprofit school bus safety educational organization in the country
    • State-of-the-art instruction led by experienced, professional Master Instructors
    • Meets all New York State Education Department requirements for certification

    Upcoming courses

    Not seeing a location close to you? Email courses@ptsi.org.

    DatesHostLocationInstructor
    Nov 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 2026PTSIEast Syracuse, NYBill HoostyRegister
    Nov 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 2026Educational BusWest Babylon, NYJames RoganRegister
    Nov 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 2026University of AlbanyRensselaer, NYHarold NicholsonRegister
    Dec 10, 11, 12, 18, 19, 2026Hampton InnNewburgh, NYJim MinihanRegister
    Jan 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 2027Greece CSDGreece, NYCindy JurewiczRegister
    When registering you must provide your own email address. If you do not have a working email, you may enter an alternate email address in the CC field.
    SBDI Course

    Are you looking to take your career to a new level? Looking for a way to enhance your operation’s training program while meeting the requirements established by the NYS Department of Education? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, you should consider becoming a School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI).