Bus Driving

Code	4718
Diploma	STC
Sector	Transportation
Length of training	330 hours
Number of credits	22

This program is offered in French:
4218 - Conduite d'autobus

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Program Objectives

The objective of this program is to prepare the individual to work as a bus driver in the five key industry sectors: urban transportation, school transportation, inter-city transportation, charter transportation and adapted transportation. The training allows the individual to earn a class 2 licence issued by the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec.

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Bus Driver

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
STC 718-011	Determine their suitability for the trade and the training process	15	1
STC 718-022	Optimize the use of the mechanical systems of a bus	30	2
STC 718-032	Observe regulations	30	2
STC 718-046	Drive a bus	90	6
STC 718-052	Operate a school bus	30	2
STC 718-062	Operate a city bus	30	2
STC 718-072	Operate a coach-style bus	30	2
STC 718-082	Operate an adapted bus	30	2
STC 718-093	Enter the workforce	45	3
		330	22

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

A person who meets the following conditions is eligible for admission to a program of study leading to an STC:
1. Has obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics;
or Has obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS);
or Has successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites.
2. To comply with the requirements of the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec for obtaining a Class 2 licence.
Important note: Some employers require you to be 21 years of age upon being hired.
(This STC is eligible for the TCST-STC bridge)

Admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge

The admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge are identical to those that apply to the TCST-DVS bridge:
- Hold a TCST;
AND - Be at least 16 years old on September 30 of the school year in which you start vocational training;
AND - Have earned the required credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in Secondary Cycle 1 in general education in the youth sector or in Secondary II in adult general education.

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Bus Driver

Bus drivers drive buses in the five key industry sectors: urban transportation, school transportation, inter-city transportation, charter transportation and paratransit. They ensure the safety of passengers and see to the regular inspection of their vehicles. This demanding job will appeal to self-reliant people who can manage their time and enjoy driving. Being a bus driver requires good vision, physical stamina and a courteous personality.