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Become a Driver Education Instructor

Chemeketa's Driver Education program is looking for adults who have a passion for making our roadways safer by teaching new drivers to be safe drivers.

Gain your certification and apply to be a Driver Education Instructor for Chemeketa.

Next Instructor Training

December 13, 2025 - February 22, 2026
Chemeketa Salem Campus

Classes are from 8:30 am-5:30 pm and will be held on Saturdays and Sundays. You must attend each class for the entire scheduled time.

Phase 1: Foundations of Traffic Safety Education

  • Saturday, December 13th
  • Saturday, January 10th
  • Sunday, January 11th

Phase 2:  Fundamentals of the Classroom

  • Saturday, January 24th
  • Saturday, January 31st
  • Saturday, February 7th

Phase 3: Fundamentals of Behind the Wheel (BTW)

  • Sunday, February 8th
  • Saturday, February 14th
  • Sunday, February 15th
  • Saturday, February 21st
  • Sunday, February 22nd

For Oregon residents, tuition is funded by a grant from ODOT-TSD, so Oregon participants are responsible for paying a materials fee of $99. Those who are not residents of Oregon may still take the training, but must pay the full tuition of $1,634.

To learn more or to register online, Click Here

For additional questions, please email trafficsafety@wou.edu.