TAPT Driver Trainer Academy

Upcoming Academies

February 2027

Pearland ISD

February 6, 7, 27 & 28, 2027

Robert Turner College and Career High School
4717 Bailey Rd
Pearland, Texas 77584

April-May 2027

Location TBD

April 10-11 & May 1-2, 2027

June 2027

Location TBD

June 3-6, 2027

The TAPT Driver Trainer Academy is an opportunity to prepare new or prospective driver trainers and to enhance the skills of current driver trainers.

34-hours of theory and hands-on exercises led by TAPT instructors with years of first-hand training experience.

Days 1 & 2

Presentation Skills
Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT)
Pre-Trip Inspection & Air Brake Test
Precision Backing Theory & Field Exercises

Mirror Use & Blind Spots
Terminology
Straight Line Backing
Gradual & Sharp Backing

FMCSA Clearinghouse Overview
Student Management
Knowledge Assessment
Backing Evaluations

Days 3 & 4

Precision Turning Theory & Field Exercises

Stationary Turns
Suspension Protection
Right & Left Turns
Turning Evaluations
Emergency Vehicle Control Maneuvers
Documentation
Special Needs Considerations
Wheelchair Securement & Proper Lift Use
Leadership
One-on-One Consultations - Constructive Feedback
Written Exam
Graduation

Each participant receives a course manual including resources to use for instruction in their own district.

Upon successful completion of the course and payment in full, certificates of completion are emailed within 7 business days of course completion.