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​​​​​​​​​​​Become a Bus Operator/Driver​​​​​​​​!

Sign up for a Fall 2024 orientation!
Date & Time: Saturday, September 28, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: A-207 at Santa Ana College

This orientation will provide an overview of the skills and responsibilities needed for this job. Discover the opportunities for growth, the importance of safety, and the impact you can make in your community. Get ready to begin a rewarding and fulfilling career as a bus driver!

If accepted into the program, you will join the Fall 2024 cohort. This program will meet on Saturdays, October 5th - November 23rd, from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Click the button below and register for section 51472 - Career Exploration: Bus Driver/Operator

Click here to register now for a free Career Education orientation to become a bus operator/driver with OCTA at Santa Ana colleg​​

Participation in the orientation does not guarantee acceptance into the program.

Female bus driver transporting people in Orange County with certification from Santa Ana CollegeOlder male bus operator standing outside of bus  smiling because of career with OCTA

​​​​​Overview​​​
​In this course, you will learn about​​​ the fundamental operations of OCTA buses, how to do a pre-trip inspection, ​safety procedures, behind-the-wheel training, commercial permit preparation, and application guidance with OCTA. Students will also learn study skills to better prepare them for the Commercial Learner's Permit​ test and customer service skills which are essential in the field.
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Become an important part of what keeps Orange County moving as you help others reach their destinations safely. ​​​
Note: Students are not obligated to pursue employment with OCTA upon completion of the program. 
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OCTA Job Outlook:​
​Starting pay: $21.51​​
Drivers may also ​earn a $3,000 hiring bonus​​​ ​

Course Requi​​rements​
Students must pass the following TWO courses:
  1. VBUS​​​ 340: Career Exploration (Bus Operator/Driver Program Orientation)
  2. ​VAUTO 674: Bus Operator/Driver Training
Participation Require​ments
​Participants must:
  1. ​​​Be 18 or older
  2. ​​Have a valid CA Driver's License​​​​​​
Get started today.
Check out our full list of career education courses. ​

​Learn more about this program.

Complete the interest form below and we will contact you.

Click here for the interest form in career education at Santa Ana College, near Orange, Tustin, and Westminster


Students standing in front of bus after completing the free Continuing Education Bus Operator/Driver class
​Congratulations to our Spring 2024 cohort!