School Bus Driver Training

Training Solutions Designed for Your District

Many districts lack a full-time trainer. METS provides traveling trainers who deliver fully compliant, behind-the-wheel instruction on your own buses, so drivers learn on the equipment they’ll operate every day.

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Why Choose METS Training?

With METS training, you can strengthen your transportation department and avoid the burden of hiring a full-time trainer. You’ll benefit from:

Hands-on training on district buses for increased driver confidence and safety

Flexible programs tailored to your district’s staffing and scheduling needs

Training for new school bus driver candidates or existing employees

“Train-the-Trainer” programs to develop in-house expertise

Cross-department support training for athletic coaches, custodians, food service staff, and administrative personnel to learn to drive a school bus

How METS Training Works

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Assessment

METS evaluates your district’s current driver training needs.

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On-Site Instruction

Our trainers deliver compliant, practical instruction directly on your buses.

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Follow-Up Support

METS provides ongoing guidance to ensure drivers meet safety and operational standards.

A Partner Who Supports Your District

“Whoever heard of a pupil transportation contractor helping schools that don’t want to privatize services?” METS works with districts to provide customized training solutions while keeping your transportation department strong, safe, and compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can receive METS training?
METS provides training for new school bus driver candidates, current transportation staff, and district employees from other departments who support student transportation.
Do trainers come to our school district?
Yes. METS offers on-site, hands-on training using your buses, so drivers gain experience on the equipment they will operate daily.
Can METS train our own staff to become in-house trainers?
Absolutely. Our “Train-the-Trainer” programs develop internal expertise, allowing your district to maintain ongoing driver training.
What makes METS training different from other programs?
Our programs are flexible, fully compliant, and tailored to your district’s needs, combining practical, behind-the-wheel instruction with optional cross-department training.
How do we get started with METS training?
Simply contact METS to discuss your district’s training needs. We’ll assess, provide on-site instruction, and offer ongoing support to ensure drivers meet safety and operational standards.

Start Your School Bus Driver Training Program Today

Ready to strengthen your driver team and ensure student safety?