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Many people want to become a driving instructor. It is usually because they feel that they have
experience in driving or that they have a background in training
inexperienced drivers, Just having that is not enough. Depending on
which area you want to teach, the state of Michigan requires that
any instructor has specialized training in their area of expertise
and passes a certification process. Regardless of your experience or
training, this process is mandatory.
The first part of the process is to check to see
if you pass the requirements for certification. The State of
Michigan has
strict guidelines for instructors when it comes to
their driving record and criminal background.
You will be required to get fingerprinted. Even
if you have done this before for something else (such as getting a
hazardous materials endorsement or for the Department of Education),
you will need to get it done again for this. Instructions for
getting this done is on the
fingerprint request or we can schedule an appointment for you.
The cost for this is around $70.
You will need to get or renew a
physical. A DOT (Department of Transportation) physical is
acceptable, but any physical done cannot be any more than 90 days
old. It must be on an
acceptable form. This form must accompany your
application for certification. The cost for this varies depending on
where it is done, but the cost is usually $50. The State of Michigan
does not require a drug screen, but Tri Area Driving School reserves
the right to require one at any time, either before hiring or during
the course of your employment as a driving instructor.
Once you have completed these steps, then submit
your
application to the State of Michigan. Include an application
fee of $45 and your physical form. If you intend to teach drivers
education, include transcripts of your prepatory course. Remember to do this after you
have let your background check be sent. If accepted, a Driving
Instructor Certificate will be mailed to your home and then you will
be authorized to instruct. Please expect up to 2 months for
approval.
If you are interested in being an instructor for
Tri Area Driving School, please submit your resume and a copy of
your instructor certification.
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