Motorcycle Safety Instructor Training
Being a motorcycle safety instructor is a rewarding job. It's a great way to earn money while doing something you love and helping others become safe riders. While it sounds like fun, becoming an instructor requires intensive training.
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The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) is the leading organization for certifying motorcycle safety instructors, known as RiderCoaches, in the United States. The only two states that don't offer the MSF course are Idaho and Oregon. Idaho uses the Idaho STAR program, while Oregon works with Team Oregon.
Qualifications
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To be an MSF certified RiderCoach you must be at least 18 years old, have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license and have several years of riding experience.
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How to Apply
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For the MSF RiderCoach certification, contact the foundation at 949-727-3227 for the state coordinator contact information in your area. The Idaho STAR program's number is 888-280-7827, while Team Oregon's phone number is 800-545-9944.
Training
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Training to become an instructor is intensive. The course ranges from 7 to 10 days of classroom and range training, culminating with a student teaching assignment. In addition to satisfactorily completing the training, you will be required to pass the written examination and skill evaluation.
Maintaining Certification
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Once an instructor has achieved certification, it must be maintained. For MSF certification, RiderCoaches must teach at least two basic rider courses per year and take part in activities that are considered continuing education. It is also important to maintain a clean driving record and be a good example on the road.
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