Bus Driver Courses
A Bus Driver transports passengers on scheduled routes, ensuring timely arrivals while providing excellent customer service and safety.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Bus Driver
Get qualified to work as a Bus Driver with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
TLI31222
Duration
7 weeks - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Learn how to safely drive and operate commercial vehicles with the TLI31222 Certificate III in Driving Operations. This nationally recognised qualification is the training requirement for most commercial vehicle licences in Australia including buses, coaches, tip trucks, line-haul and delivery vehicles, forestry vehicles, waste vehicles and more. During your studies you will learn how to drive in a range of traffic conditions, ensure the safety of your vehicle, and complete mandatory paperwork. You will a...
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Duration
7 weeks - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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TLILIC2016
Duration
Half day - 3 days
The TLILIC2016 Licence To Drive A Heavy Rigid Vehicle is required for driving heavy ridged vehicles in Australia as per Safe Work Australia. A heavy rigid vehicle is a bus or truck, including a prime mover or mobile crane, with over 8 tonnes Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) and 3 or more axles. This unit covers the skills and knowledge needed to control vehicle functions, monitor traffic, manage vehicle conditions and performance, and handle hazardous situations effectively.
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Half day - 3 days
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TLILIC2015
Duration
Half day - 3 days
The TLILIC2015 Licence to Drive a Medium Rigid Vehicle is essential for operating or driving a medium rigid vehicle in Australia, as specified by Safe Work Australia. This licence permits the driver to operate any two-axle rigid vehicle, including trucks and buses, and tow trailers up to 9 tonnes GVM. The unit covers skills and knowledge for vehicle control, traffic and road monitoring, vehicle condition management, and handling hazardous situations.
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Half day - 3 days
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TLILIC2014
Duration
Half day - 3 days
The TLILIC2014 Licence to Drive a Light Rigid Vehicle course provides essential skills and knowledge for obtaining a light rigid vehicle licence. It covers efficient vehicle control, traffic and road condition monitoring, vehicle performance management, and handling hazardous situations. Successful participants receive a Certificate of Competence to present to VicRoads for an official licence.
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Half day - 3 days
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Common questions
How much does a Bus Driver earn?
In Australia, a full time Bus Driver generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Bus Driver?
There has been strong employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 33,000 people employed as a Bus Driver in Australia, compared to 25,300 five years ago. Bus Drivers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Bus Driver?
If you’re planning a career as a Bus Driver, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Driving Operations. This course addresses a range of topics including fatigue management strategies, map reading and navigation, loading and unloading safety and completing relevant documentation. You could also consider a Certificate III in Driving Operations.
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A Bus Driver operates vehicles transporting passengers to various destinations. You might drive a local route with multiple stops or take passengers on longer journeys intrastate or interstate. Bus Drivers might also specialise in a particular type of bus driving such as operating school buses or shuttle buses. Your role may involve checking passenger tickets or pre-paid travel cards.
Bus Drivers should be able to work to a schedule and ensure their passengers arrive at a destination on time. You should be a safe driver and be able to focus for long periods of time. Bus Drivers should have good customer service skills and you’ll need to able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds.
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