JSDT: Frequently Asked Questions

A: We conduct Jungle training sessions 12 months a year. Classes are 3 to 4 weeks in length, depending on the time of year. During the school year students will attend 2 hour classroom training sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. During the summer, classroom training sessions are Monday through Friday the first two weeks and Monday - Tuesday the third week. The first day of class students will schedule their behind the wheel driving instuction times. During the school year we offer 2 class times: 3:30pm - 5:30pm and 6:30pm - 8:30pm. During the summer, we have classes at 9:00am-11:00am, 12:00pm - 2:00pm and 3:00pm - 5:00pm.

Q: How much do you charge?

A: $395 for Segment 1 and $100 for Segment 2.

Q: Where can I find you?

A: We are located at 6090 East Fulton Suite C, Ada, MI. next to Dan Vos Construction If you are heading east on Fulton, turn right on Rippling which is the first street past Alta Dale. We are the first building on the left side of the road.

Q: I have already received a permit but want to become a better driver. What can you offer me?

A: We offer a 10-hour Jungle Survival driver training session that teaches drivers how to survive in the highway jungle. The Jungle way of driving is a very specific and proactive approach to driving. Drivers learn how to become hard to hit by practicing, on the road, how to expect the uncertain actions of other drivers.

Q: I am new to Michigan. Can you explain to me about Segment 1 and Segment 2?

A: Michigan utilizes a teen licensing process called Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL). GDL is a driver licensing system designed to teach teens to drive by gradually increasing their driving privileges as they advance through the system. GDL consists of two segments of driver education instruction and three licensing levels. The driver education course is made up of Segment 1, which consists of a minimum of 24 hours of classroom instruction and a minimum of 6 hours of

behind-the-wheel training, and Segment 2, which consists of a minimum of 6 hours of classroom instruction, designed to provide teens with defensive driving skills.

The three licensing levels in GDL are: a supervised learner's license (Level 1 License) an intermediate license that limits unsupervised nighttime driving (Level 2 License), and a full-privilege driver license (Level 3 License) issued after a teen driver has successfully completed all previous instructional and driving requirements. GDL, license levels 1 and 2 have certain restrictions to limit teens' driving exposure to high risk situations and help protect them while they're learning to drive. Complete information is available on the Michigan Department of Sate Internet Web site - www.Michigan.gov/sos

(Excerted from Michigan Graduated Driver Licensing: A Guide for Parents)

Q: When can I take my road-test?

A: You may schedule your road-test after your teen has completed Segment 1 and 2, logged a minimum of 50 hours of behind the wheel driving time (10 hours of night driving) with a parent or legal guardian over the age of 21 and has driven with their Level 1 License for 6 months.

Q: How old does my son/daughter have to be to take Driver's Education?

A: They must be at least 14 years and 8 months old to enroll in a Segment 1 session.

Q: Does my child receive one-on-one training?

A: That's what we do. We strive for providing the best instruction possible. Students are treated as individuals with different learning styles and levels of comprehension.

Q: Do I have to pay the full amount right away?

A: No, all we require is a deposit of 50% of the segment cost. Then pay the balance when your student begins class.

Q: What do I need to take to the Secretary of State after completion of Segment 1?

A: You need a Social Security number, Birth Certificate, Picture ID and the green Segment 1 certificate we provide you.

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