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Is it difficult to become a driving instructor?
Would it be difficult for me to become a driving instructor? It seems like it could be kind of a fun job and I’ve always considered myself to be a good driver, but I’m not sure if you have to get special training or take a class first.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s usually not too difficult to become a driving instructor, but there are some qualifications that you’ll need to meet first in most states:
- You’ll need a high school diploma or GED.
- You have to be 19 or older to teach in the classroom, and 21 or older to teach behind the wheel.
- You’ll need avalid driver’s license(of course) and a certain number of years of experience. The required experience varies by state, so check your state requirements to learn more.
- Driving instructor training is a requirement, but you can often take the classes online.
- Apply for an instructor’s license. There will be some small corresponding fees, so be prepared for those.
- In order to get hired, you may need work experience as an independent contractor.
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