Oct: apply online Nov: easy personality test in large group of applicants. Dec: interview with panel of 3 sitting 2' from you on all sides with no table in-between. Seemed unprofessional. Typical questions. Dealt with angry customer? Etc. Sit in bus seat to make sure you're tall enough. Giving your # on list. Classes of 20 start every 3 months. 6 weeks before class provide e permission for background test (they don't call former employers), get dmv 10 yr driving history printout, go urgent care for drug screen, eye test, quick physical, study for bus permit (4 tests, lots of free study guides online) pay $80 take the 4 tests at dmv. 3 tries to pass or repay $80 to retry (samtrans only reimburses one $80).