Bus Authority Accreditation course provider on the Central Coast, offering tailored courses for anyone wishing to become employed in the he bus industry in the future . We have tried to explain and make the process below as simple as possible and put steps into place to make this process as simple as possiable we recommend following these steps to reduce the chance of you wasting money and time and help you become a certified bus operator with a promising future.
Transport NSW requires all bus driver applicants to provide a recent Criminal Record, issued within the last 3 months. To be approved for public vehicle accreditation in NSW, individuals must adhere to Transport NSW's specific guidelines. These guidelines help assess the applicant's suitability for driving public passenger vehicles. Transport NSW holds the authority to decline applications based on unfavorable criminal backgrounds or inadequate driving histories. Your approval for accreditation ultimately lies with Transport NSW, so it is crucial to meet all requirements for a successful application. To understand the criteria used by the Regulator to determine if you are a fit and proper person to obtain Accreditation as a bus driver in NSW, click here to review the guidelines. It is essential to familiarize yourself with and meet these criteria to enhance the likelihood of your application's approval.
Please click here for Transport NSW Fit & proper Person policy
When applying for accreditation to be an Accredited Public Passenger driver public authority you need to complete your Drivers Medical at your local GP Doctor
Please click the link below for the required Medical forms the medical required for the doctor to complete or your Doctor can complete the form on line and submit to Transport NSW on your behalf
We strongly suggest that this step is completed prior to booking in for the courses as some time Transport NSW the regulator will direct you to a specialist or ask for a specialist report before approving your application which could delay application process
Please click on the link and Read through the Manual . There is a 100 question open book Assessment on this manual . By reading through the manual before hand you will find the assessment quicker and easier to complete
To drive a public bus or coach in NSW, you need a bus driver authority from TfNSW. Eligibility requires being 20+ years old with a full Australian driver license for 12 months in the past 2 years, or 25+ years old with a current Australian license for at least 3 of the past 4 years or a recognized overseas license.
If you are concerned about your Drivers Licence I suggest Apply for your traffic record and license details at any Service NSW Service Centre or online. This comprehensive report will include your entire traffic record and driver license information. RMS may not grant your Bus Authority if your previous driving record is worrisome.
If you want to drive a public passenger bus or coach that seats 13 or more people, you need to be aged 20 years or over
Do you hold a current interstate or New Zealand Bus Driver Authority?
You may be eligible to apply for a Bus Driver Authority under Mutual Recognition.
You will need to complete a Mutual Recognition Statutory Declaration and submit it with your Bus Driver Authority application.
To apply for mutual recognition of your interstate or New Zealand Bus Driver Authority in NSW, you must meet the following requirements.
If you hold a New Zealand bus driver authority you will also need to provide a
If your application for mutual recognition is approved you will not need to complete the Bus Driver Authority training course.
Both your Bus Driver Authority and mutual recognition application are only valid for six months from the date of lodgement.
For information about where to obtain a record of your driving history go to Frequently Asked Questions.
To be eligible you must:
If you want to drive a public passenger bus or coach that seats 13 or more people, you need to have passed a medical examination for a commercial driver
Connect Coaches suggests that you click on the link below and print the Medical form out and book an appointment with your Doctor to complete the medical prior to booking your Bus Authority Course
Choose from 4 modern vehicles at Connect Coaches, all equipped with safety features like air conditioning, seat belts, PA systems, and some with DVD players. Options include a 14-seat 2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter, a 15-seat 2021 Iveco Daily Mini Bus, a 2024 Midsize 35-Seat Coach, and a 2025 Model Midsize 35-Seat Coach.
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