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School bus driver improvement

In Ontario you need a School Bus Driver Improvement Course (SBDIC) to get a Class B or E licence. We teach it from the Ontario Safety League program.

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Ontario Safety League School Bus Driver Improvement course materials
  • Ontario Safety LeagueSchool bus program
  • Class B and ESchool bus licences
  • CertificateValid for 5 years
  • At your bus yardOr our classroom

The course

What it covers

The course covers what Ontario requires of every school bus driver, from the daily inspection to getting students off a bus in an emergency.

  • Licensing law and requirements
  • Daily vehicle inspection
  • Hours of work
  • Legal responsibilities
  • Defensive and strategic driving
  • Passenger management
  • Safety equipment
  • Emergencies, first aid and evacuation

How it works

Booking, in plain terms

  1. 1

    Call

    Call or text the office

    Tell Jodi which program you need and how many people are coming. Call or text (519) 381-4250.

  2. 2

    Book

    We set the date

    Timing is flexible. We book the program around your needs, at our classroom or at your workplace.

  3. 3

    Class day

    Learn, then get your certificate

    Your instructor covers each topic, walks through real scenarios and runs the discussion. You leave with proof you completed it.

Good to know

Questions about the School Bus Driver Improvement Course

Do I need this for a Class B or E licence?

Yes. Ontario requires a government-approved School Bus Driver Improvement Course to get a Class B or E licence.

How long is the certificate good for?

Five years. It has to be valid when you apply for your licence.

Can you train our drivers together?

Yes. Group rates apply and we come to your business site, or your team can come to our classroom in Sarnia or Wallaceburg.

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Call to book

Every defensive driving program is booked by phone. Tell us which program and how many people, and we'll set a date that works, at our classroom in Sarnia or Wallaceburg, or at your workplace.

Call (519) 381-4250 Email the office

Or call or text Jodi (519) 381-4250 By appointment only · info@journeysdrivingacademy.com