The bill amends the Driver Education Provider and Instructor Act by updating the requirements for driver education instructor preparation programs. It allows colleges, universities, or approved individuals to present these programs only with prior approval from the secretary of state. The bill specifies that a driver education instructor preparation program must consist of at least four courses, each focusing on distinct concepts such as driver task analysis and vehicle operation skills. Additionally, it introduces new qualifications for instructors, allowing those with significant teaching experience and a valid driver education instructor certificate to qualify, alongside the requirement of holding a master's degree in education.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the secretary of state must review each approved driver education instructor preparation program at least once every three years and provides a framework for accepting driver education course credits earned in other states, contingent upon approval. The language also clarifies that the section does not apply to applicants seeking a driver education instructor certificate limited to commercial vehicle driver training. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance the quality and oversight of driver education instructor training in Michigan.

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House Introduced Bill: 256.643