Getting a driver’s license is a high water mark in a teen’s life, but it also marks the deadliest period they will ever spend, statistically, on the highway. How do we ready them for the crowded roads and aggressive drivers who can make driving harrowing for mature drivers?
DrivingMBA’s unique instruction model utilizes state-of-the-art driving simulators.
While training on a driving simulator, a teen can experience the impact of split-second decisions while behind the wheel and the consequences of delayed reactions or responses. In a virtual vehicle, a teen can drive in rain, sleet, snow or dead of night, on winding mountain roads and frenetic superhighways. And any mistakes, crashes or injuries are also virtual.
The Learning Pyramid illustrates that students retain only a small percentage of information while being lectured to, or even while reading to themselves. The average learning retention goes up when a skill is being demonstrated to them, and it jumps even higher when students discuss information that they have learned. However, the greatest retention occurs when a student is actually practicing a skill, in this case the average learning retention is 75%.
2. What’s the point of simulation?
The point of simulation is to give students hands-on instruction, without the risk of actually being on the road. Our equipment is state of the art technology, they are not video games. We take our training very seriously and demand the same from all of our students. It is the same principle that is used in teaching pilots how to fly an airplane. DrivingMBA utilizes a comprehensive approach to develop driving skills, good driving habits and critical decision-making that are required to navigate today’s roadways.
3. Can a novice driver purchase only on-road instruction from your school?
There are plenty of schools that offer classroom and on-road instruction. We do not. We have a strong belief in the use of simulation to develop safer, more responsible drivers. The reason is simple. The national average of young drivers involved in a collision in their first year is well above 50%. Based on a survey we conduct of our graduate students, less than 12% of DrivingMBA graduates have been in any type of crash their first year. Those are GREAT odds and we believe that utilizing simulation in the training process plays a major role in this reduction.
4. What if my student has learning challenges?
DrivingMBA’s unique blend of classroom, simulation and on-road instruction can be customized to meet an individual’s learning needs. We will often start a program with an assessment with our expert instructors to assess what is the best course of action to assist a student to successfully learn to drive. It is our practice to work closely with the parents of all of our students, and particularly parents of students with learning challenges such as ADD or ADHD and other issues. We continue to educate ourselves in order to best meet the needs of these students.
5. Will this lower my insurance rate? How much?
Most insurance agencies do accept our programs; however, the discounted rate is at the discretion of each individual company. We recommend that you contact your insurance agent to find out what they require in order to receive a discount. We have established relationships with several insurance agents. Click here to see our Insurance Partners page.
At the completion of our driving program, your teen will receive a certificate that you can send into your insurance company to verify they have been through the driving program. If your insurance company requires any additional information, please have them contact us directly.
6. What is a class G license and what are the restrictions?
In July 2008, the Teenage Driver Safety Act was passed. The basic components of the law are:
Permit:
Anyone under the age of 18 must hold their permit for 6 months.
While driving with their instruction permit, they must drive with a licensed driver that is 21 years or older.
License Restrictions:
For the first 6 months of licensure a newly licensed driver is:
Restricted from driving between the hours of 12:00am and 5:00am unless coming from work or a school or church function.
Allowed to have only one non-family member teen in their vehicle.
7. How long does my child have to hold his/her permit before obtaining a Class G license?
An applicant for a class G license must have held an Arizona instruction permit for at least 6 months, or have a driver license from another state. The permit must be valid at the time of application. An applicant must also have satisfactorily completed a driver education program that is approved by MVD or the parent or guardian must certify in writing that the applicant has completed at least 30 hours of supervised driving practice, including at least 10 night hours.
The above information was obtained through the MVD of Arizona. Click here for our MVD resource link.
8. Does my child have to hold his/her permit for 6 months even if he goes to an Arizona driving school?
Yes, unless your child reaches the age of 18 before the 6 months is reached. Often times 6 months is not adequate time for a student to develop the necessary skills to be safe on the road. We always recommend to our parents to make that determination themselves and that a learners permit is good for one year and it can always be renewed if additional time is required.
9. Is the classroom session mandatory for everyone?
Not necessarily. We offer a Rules of the Road permit class for individuals who do not have their learners permit. Even if a student has their permit, they are welcome to audit the class. Our class focuses on two important components: Developing a healthy respect for the responsibility of driving and developing an understanding of the Rules of the Road. We also offer a class for parents to aide them in their role as coach.
10. How long must a person who is 18 years or older hold his/her permit before obtaining a license?
There are no time restrictions for adults 18 and older. But to drive with a DrivingMBA instructor you must have a current permit. We also recommend that ANY novice driver, no matter what their age, spend a minimum of 6 months to develop the necessary skills to navigate today’s roadways.
11. How long does the program typically last?
Our driver training programs are structured so that we have touch points with you and our student during the permit phase. Depending on which program or package you choose, the entire program can take anywhere from a few weeks to 1 year to complete. We are not in the business of running students through our driving school and tossing them on the road. With the cooperation of the student, parent, and our instructors, our goal is to develop safe and defensive drivers, no matter how long it takes.
12. How do you schedule appointments?
Our Beginner, Advanced and On-Road lessons are scheduled in two-hour increments by appointment only. We have daytime, afternoon and evening appointments available. We are also open on Saturdays. Our Parent and Car Maintenance classes are offered at least once a month, during the week, in the evening. The Rules of the Road permit class and Advanced Course Orientation is offered on Saturday’s Our location addresses are:
9089 E. Bahia Dr., Suite 102
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1760 W. Chandler Blvd. Suite 3
Chandler, AZ 85224
13. Who are the instructors and what are their credentials?
DrivingMBA hires individuals who have a teaching background or have a strong propensity for teaching. In order to work with a student an individual must be able to develop a rapport and have the ability to 1). recognize a student’s needs and 2.) adjust to meet the needs of each individual student. All DrivingMBA instructors are MVD licensed instructors. They are fingerprinted and required to have a background check done as well as pass an MVD test to be licensed by the state. They are also required to fulfill DrivingMBA’s 100+ training hours that consist of observations, co-training and evaluations. Every instructor must complete the entire DrivingMBA curriculum before they begin instructing students. DrivingMBA instructors are evaluated several times a year to insure they are meeting curriculum objectives and DrivingMBA’s standard of excellence.
14. How much does the DrivingMBA program cost?
Depending upon which program or package you choose the prices vary. Contact our Enrollment Counselor at 480-948-1648 for programs and prices.
15. What if I got a ticket? Can I clear it through you?
DrivingMBA offers programs for novice drivers both teens and adults, commercial drivers, and Senior citizens. We offer an on-line option for Defensive Driving for ticket dismissal. Click here
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why simulator training?
Getting a driver’s license is a high water mark in a teen’s life, but it also marks the deadliest period they will ever spend, statistically, on the highway. How do we ready them for the crowded roads and aggressive drivers who can make driving harrowing for mature drivers?
DrivingMBA’s unique instruction model utilizes state-of-the-art driving simulators.
While training on a driving simulator, a teen can experience the impact of split-second decisions while behind the wheel and the consequences of delayed reactions or responses. In a virtual vehicle, a teen can drive in rain, sleet, snow or dead of night, on winding mountain roads and frenetic superhighways. And any mistakes, crashes or injuries are also virtual.
Learn More About Simulator Training:
The Learning Pyramid illustrates that students retain only a small percentage of information while being lectured to, or even while reading to themselves. The average learning retention goes up when a skill is being demonstrated to them, and it jumps even higher when students discuss information that they have learned. However, the greatest retention occurs when a student is actually practicing a skill, in this case the average learning retention is 75%.
2. What’s the point of simulation?
The point of simulation is to give students hands-on instruction, without the risk of actually being on the road. Our equipment is state of the art technology, they are not video games. We take our training very seriously and demand the same from all of our students. It is the same principle that is used in teaching pilots how to fly an airplane. DrivingMBA utilizes a comprehensive approach to develop driving skills, good driving habits and critical decision-making that are required to navigate today’s roadways.
3. Can a novice driver purchase only on-road instruction from your school?
There are plenty of schools that offer classroom and on-road instruction. We do not. We have a strong belief in the use of simulation to develop safer, more responsible drivers. The reason is simple. The national average of young drivers involved in a collision in their first year is well above 50%. Based on a survey we conduct of our graduate students, less than 12% of DrivingMBA graduates have been in any type of crash their first year. Those are GREAT odds and we believe that utilizing simulation in the training process plays a major role in this reduction.
4. What if my student has learning challenges?
DrivingMBA’s unique blend of classroom, simulation and on-road instruction can be customized to meet an individual’s learning needs. We will often start a program with an assessment with our expert instructors to assess what is the best course of action to assist a student to successfully learn to drive. It is our practice to work closely with the parents of all of our students, and particularly parents of students with learning challenges such as ADD or ADHD and other issues. We continue to educate ourselves in order to best meet the needs of these students.
5. Will this lower my insurance rate? How much?
Most insurance agencies do accept our programs; however, the discounted rate is at the discretion of each individual company. We recommend that you contact your insurance agent to find out what they require in order to receive a discount. We have established relationships with several insurance agents. Click here to see our Insurance Partners page.
At the completion of our driving program, your teen will receive a certificate that you can send into your insurance company to verify they have been through the driving program. If your insurance company requires any additional information, please have them contact us directly.
6. What is a class G license and what are the restrictions?
In July 2008, the Teenage Driver Safety Act was passed. The basic components of the law are:
Permit:
License Restrictions:
For the first 6 months of licensure a newly licensed driver is:
7. How long does my child have to hold his/her permit before obtaining a Class G license?
An applicant for a class G license must have held an Arizona instruction permit for at least 6 months, or have a driver license from another state. The permit must be valid at the time of application. An applicant must also have satisfactorily completed a driver education program that is approved by MVD or the parent or guardian must certify in writing that the applicant has completed at least 30 hours of supervised driving practice, including at least 10 night hours.
The above information was obtained through the MVD of Arizona. Click here for our MVD resource link.
8. Does my child have to hold his/her permit for 6 months even if he goes to an Arizona driving school?
Yes, unless your child reaches the age of 18 before the 6 months is reached. Often times 6 months is not adequate time for a student to develop the necessary skills to be safe on the road. We always recommend to our parents to make that determination themselves and that a learners permit is good for one year and it can always be renewed if additional time is required.
9. Is the classroom session mandatory for everyone?
Not necessarily. We offer a Rules of the Road permit class for individuals who do not have their learners permit. Even if a student has their permit, they are welcome to audit the class. Our class focuses on two important components: Developing a healthy respect for the responsibility of driving and developing an understanding of the Rules of the Road. We also offer a class for parents to aide them in their role as coach.
10. How long must a person who is 18 years or older hold his/her permit before obtaining a license?
There are no time restrictions for adults 18 and older. But to drive with a DrivingMBA instructor you must have a current permit. We also recommend that ANY novice driver, no matter what their age, spend a minimum of 6 months to develop the necessary skills to navigate today’s roadways.
11. How long does the program typically last?
Our driver training programs are structured so that we have touch points with you and our student during the permit phase. Depending on which program or package you choose, the entire program can take anywhere from a few weeks to 1 year to complete. We are not in the business of running students through our driving school and tossing them on the road. With the cooperation of the student, parent, and our instructors, our goal is to develop safe and defensive drivers, no matter how long it takes.
12. How do you schedule appointments?
Our Beginner, Advanced and On-Road lessons are scheduled in two-hour increments by appointment only. We have daytime, afternoon and evening appointments available. We are also open on Saturdays. Our Parent and Car Maintenance classes are offered at least once a month, during the week, in the evening. The Rules of the Road permit class and Advanced Course Orientation is offered on Saturday’s Our location addresses are:
9089 E. Bahia Dr., Suite 102
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
1760 W. Chandler Blvd. Suite 3
Chandler, AZ 85224
13. Who are the instructors and what are their credentials?
DrivingMBA hires individuals who have a teaching background or have a strong propensity for teaching. In order to work with a student an individual must be able to develop a rapport and have the ability to 1). recognize a student’s needs and 2.) adjust to meet the needs of each individual student. All DrivingMBA instructors are MVD licensed instructors. They are fingerprinted and required to have a background check done as well as pass an MVD test to be licensed by the state. They are also required to fulfill DrivingMBA’s 100+ training hours that consist of observations, co-training and evaluations. Every instructor must complete the entire DrivingMBA curriculum before they begin instructing students. DrivingMBA instructors are evaluated several times a year to insure they are meeting curriculum objectives and DrivingMBA’s standard of excellence.
14. How much does the DrivingMBA program cost?
Depending upon which program or package you choose the prices vary. Contact our Enrollment Counselor at 480-948-1648 for programs and prices.
15. What if I got a ticket? Can I clear it through you?
DrivingMBA offers programs for novice drivers both teens and adults, commercial drivers, and Senior citizens. We offer an on-line option for Defensive Driving for ticket dismissal. Click here