Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme Online Training Course
You have up to one year to complete this course. Completing the Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) Online Training Course run by the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies at the University of Sydney is one of the requirements to become accredited as competent to operate bus and coach services for public passenger bus services.
Overview
Transport for NSW is responsible for the regulation of public passenger bus services in NSW (including long distance, tourist and charter services). Under the Passenger Transport Act 2014, all operators of public passenger bus services must be accredited to be able to provide services legally in NSW. The Act defines a bus as a motor vehicle that seats more than 12 adults. This BOAS Online Training Course only applies to operators of motor vehicles who intend to operate public passenger bus services with vehicles seating more than 12 adults (i.e. motor vehicles with 13 or more seats including the driver).
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course and successfully undertaking the exam, participants will:
- Meet Transport for NSW’s accreditation requirement of competency to operate bus and coach services for the provision of public passenger bus services with vehicles seating more than 12 adults.
- Be able to demonstrate and articulate their understanding and application of systems for management information, vehicle maintenance management, and safety management system
Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies
ITLS is a renowned international centre for the latest thinking on the crucially linked areas of transport, infrastructure, logistics and supply chain management.
Established in 1991, our goal is to contribute to the design, management and optimisation of infrastructure, transport, logistics and supply chain initiatives around the globe.
Program overview
The BOAS Online Training Course includes four modules:
- Module 1. Accreditation
- Module 2. Management Information System
- Module 3. Vehicle Maintenance Management System
- Module 4. Safety Management Systems
The BOAS Online Training Course is delivered through online learning materials including notes, case studies and online quizzes. The final examinations are held at least monthly throughout the year at the Camperdown/Darlington campus at the University of Sydney.
Course workload & time commitment
This course is designed to be completed at your own pace. On average, participants should allow approximately 25 hours to work through all materials and assessments. This includes:
- Reading the course notes and four detailed case studies
- Completing four practice quizzes (around 40 questions each)
- Attempting a 50-question practice exam
- Sitting the final exam (2 hours)
Course details
Transport for NSW is responsible for the regulation of public passenger bus services in NSW (including long distance, tourist and charter services). Under the Passenger Transport Act 2014, all operators of public passenger bus services must be accredited to be able to provide services legally in NSW.
The Act defines a bus as a motor vehicle that seats more than 12 adults. This BOAS Online Training Course only applies to operators of motor vehicles who intend to operate public passenger bus services with vehicles seating more than 12 adults (i.e. motor vehicles with 13 or more seats including the driver). If you intend to operate only vehicles that seat 12 or fewer adults (including the driver) then you should contact Transport for NSW for advice on your options.
One of the requirements to become accredited is to complete the Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) Online Training Course run by the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies at the University of Sydney. For the other requirements to become accredited please visit Transport for NSW and read the BOAS introduction and the Bus Operator Accreditation Package.
Operators of motor vehicles who intend to operate public passenger bus services with vehicles seating more than 12 adults (i.e. motor vehicles with 13 or more seats including the driver).
To pass, you need to successfully complete a computer-based examination. You will need to study the online course material carefully and complete all four practice quizzes and the practice exam before registering to sit the final exam.
If successful, a certificate will be posted within two working days of the exam. Examinations are held at least monthly throughout the year at the Camperdown/Darlington campus at the University of Sydney. Examination dates and times are provided in the online course materials. The exact location for each examination will be provided to students once they register for the examination through the online course.
- Standard fee: $900 — registration valid for 12 months.
For any of the options below, please email business.itls@sydney.edu.au for further details before proceeding:
- Discounted fee (Not-for-profit organisations): $580 — registration valid for 12 months. Evidence required: ACNC charity certificate.
- Discounted fee (Repeat accreditation): $470 — for individuals already accredited who are required to retake the course.Evidence required: TfNSW Accreditation certificate.
- Transfer of registration to another student: $110.
Refunds are only permitted in very limited circumstances. Any refund will be prorated and subject to an administration fee.
1. Does the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies provide students with accreditation?
No.
Accreditation is obtained through Transport for NSW.
Please refer to the Bus Operator Accreditation Package on the TfNSW website.
2. How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is self-paced and you have 12 months from registration to study the four modules, complete practice quizzes and practice exams.
3. Is there a requirement to attend any of the training in Sydney or is everything online?
The course content is only available online through our e-learning Canvas course website, except the monthly exams which are held on site at the University of Sydney.
4. Is the final exam face to face or online?
We aim to hold one face to face exam per month at the University of Sydney located in Camperdown NSW 2006.
5. Is accreditation required for all individuals who will be driving the public passenger bus service or is it only required for the company which then covers all employees working under the company?
Accreditation covers employees under the accredited company. Employees of accredited companies are not required to hold accreditation individually. The following applies to operators not individual drivers.
- Under the Passenger Transport Act 1990, all operators of public passenger bus services must be accredited to be able to provide services legally in NSW, unless otherwise specified by Transport for NSW.
- Operators can make an application for an operator accreditation in their own name, in partnership or a company name.
- The course must be completed by anyone wishing to be an operator. They can be their own owner driver/operator as an individual or they can do the course as a designated manager for a company.
6. What happens when my access expires?
You will be notified twice before your full year of access expires. Once at 6 months remaining and again at 1 month remaining if you have not completed the course. If your access expires, you will be required to re-enrol at the full fee. If your access is still current and you would like an additional year, you may renew at a discounted fee. Please see our course fees section for further information.