What Type of License Do You Need to Drive a School Bus?

Commercial driver's licenses are required to drive special vehicles such as buses, tractor trailers and tanks. In addition to acquiring a CDL, both passenger and school bus endorsements are also required. Although they vary by state, requirements for obtaining a CDL typically include a vehicle inspection test, a basic control test and a road test. When all the requirements are met, a CDL is issued by the applicant's state certified examiner.