Apply for a professional driving school instructor license

Learn how to become certified as a professional driving school instructor.

Registry of Motor Vehicles

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The Details

What you need

To be certified as a professional driving school instructor, you:

  • Must complete an online application.
  • Will be subject to a criminal record check.
  • Will be subject to a driving record check.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and have at least 24 months operating experience (in the same license classification).
    • Experienced gained under a learner's permit does not qualify toward the 24 months.
  • If you were issued a standard Class D license after July 1, 2023, you will need to provide proof of lawful presence

Fees

Name Fee Unit
Driver Instructor Certificate Fee (annual) $25 each

How to apply

You can submit an application online

Contact

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