Mature Driver Improvement Program [M0312]

"Safe Driving Classes for Mature Operators"

Completing this DMV approved 8-hour course may qualify seniors 55 and older for an auto insurance discount. Classes are held at 4340 Campus Drive Suite # 214, Newport Beach, CA 92660-1812.

Policy Statement
The course of study and curriculum outline is designed to encourage the participating Mature Driver to continue...

...to improve positive behavior toward traffic courtesy, traffic laws, and accident prevention

...to become more aware, alert and conscientious of the responsibilities of operating a motor vehicle.

...to realize the importance of study and review to develop a better understanding of Traffic Safety.

I. Description
The subject sequence and method of presentation is specifically designed to provide mature drivers with information for self-control and competency while driving.

II. Instruction
Competency based instruction will be provided by an instructional team of educators (teachers) and law enforcement officers (California Highway Patrol) who are licensed by the DMV to teach traffic school.

Instruction teams will consist of three persons teaching no more than three hours each of the eight hour course.

This permits specialization in the course context and prevents monotony and boredom of one instructional style over the eight hour period.

Instructional methodology will include lecture, group discussion, tests (with correct answers and discussion before concluding this class), films, video cassettes, interaction and evaluation.

III. Course Structure

A minimum of 400 instructional minutes will be provided in this schedule.

Instructor will administer a test of true and false (attachment).

Instructor will provide the correct answer and accept questions and concerns regarding the test questions.

Instructor will encourage class participants to provide oral evaluation of the Mature Drivers Program and its relevance to problem Solving.

A.   Students thereafter will be required to complete a written evaluation of the program and the instruction.
B.   Note of completion will be signed for those participants satisfactorily completing the entire eight hour program.

Class participants will be provided with up to date handout materials regarding traffic safety, alcohol and drugs, transportation statistics, etc.

Participants will be encouraged to use notes taken during class as reference.

Visual Limitations