A green bus driving down a road next to a lake.

Professional driver – bus

Would you like a responsible and social job where you meet many people? This programme gives you the skills needed to work as a bus driver, with a focus on customer service and safety.

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About the programme

As a bus driver, you need to be service-oriented, flexible and able to work well under pressure. You also need to be thorough, responsible and have a strong focus on safety.

The programme is provided in partnership with Expansa and takes place in Boden.

Key facts

Study format: On-site
Study pace: Full-time, 25 weeks
Level: Upper secondary
Credits: 500
Language of instruction: Swedish
Location: Boden

Application

The programme starts on:

14 September

  • First admission round: application deadline 21 June
  • Second admission round: application deadline 16 August

16 November

  • Application deadline 4 October

Cost

The programme is free of charge and qualifies for Swedish student finance through CSN.

Entry requirements

To apply, you need to have completed compulsory school or have equivalent knowledge. You must also be at least 21 years old when the programme starts and hold a Swedish category B driving licence for a manual transmission vehicle.

If you are under 24, your driving entitlement will be subject to certain restrictions. These restrictions automatically end when you turn 24.

More information about age requirements and rules for professional drivers is available from the Swedish Transport Agency.

After the programme

As a bus driver, you can work in areas such as public transport and school transport.

Further studies

You can continue your training in areas such as:

  • tram driving
  • taxi driving.

Good to know

You pay the fees charged by the Swedish Transport Agency for your learner's permit, driving tests, Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and driving licence. You also pay for course materials and the required medical certificate.

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Contact

Education administration

E-mail: larcentrum@boden.se

Phone: +46 921 627 52