Vehicles: driver training; instructor of a driver education instructor preparation course; modify requirements to become. Amends sec. 23 of 2006 PA 384 (MCL 256.643).
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Overview
This bill modifies requirements for driver education instructor preparation programs offered by colleges, universities, or approved individuals. It mandates that these programs consist of at least four driver education preparation courses covering topics like driver task analysis, classroom knowledge, vehicle operation skills, and practicum. Furthermore, it specifies that instructors teaching these courses must meet certain qualifications, such as a master's degree in education or a combination of classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction hours, and hold a valid driver education instructor certificate. The bill also addresses the acceptance of credits earned in other states.
Key provisions
- Requires driver education instructor preparation programs to consist of at least four courses.
- Specifies content areas for each course, including driver task analysis, classroom knowledge, vehicle operation skills, and practicum.
- Establishes qualifications for instructors teaching these courses, including education degree or equivalent experience.
- Mandates that approved programs include information about instructor qualifications in course registration materials.
- Requires the Secretary of State to review approved programs every three years.
- Allows for acceptance of driver education credits earned in other states, subject to Secretary of State approval.
- Excludes commercial vehicle driver training classifications from the requirements.
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