How to Become a Certified DUI Instructor in Georgia

Those convicted of driving under the influence must take a DUI course.

The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) regulates DUI schools, also known as DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program (RRP). Anyone convicted of a DUI (driving under the influence), possession of illegal drugs or controlled substances must attend a DUI course taught by a DUI instructor. The course teaches how to change alcohol or drug use behavior. According to Indeed Job Search Engine, as of June 2010, average DUI salary postings for instructors in Georgia, surpass average nationwide salary listings by five percent.

Things You'll Need

• DUI instructor application form
• Statement of Completion
• Form RC-900
• Recent photo
• Proof of education
• Proof of related job experience
• Course fee

Instructions

1. Download a current Georgia "DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program Instructor Application" packet from the Georgia DDS website. Fill in your personal information in Section 1, qualifications into Section 2, Criminal History in Section 3, driving history in Section 4 and educational experience in Section 5. Sign a notarized affirmation in Section 6.

2. Sign a "Statement of Completion" and "Statement of Acknowledgment," to certify that the application includes all necessary documentation and to agree to DDS application and training procedures. This is included in the application packet.

3. Fill out and submit a notarized Form RC-900, included in the application packet, to consent to background investigation. Background investigation includes driving history, criminal history and investigation of legal presence.

4. Submit a photo taken within 30 days prior to submitting the application.

5. Submit a copy of your high school diploma, GED or official college transcript.

6. Submit proof of relevant work experience. Relevant work experience is defined as an undergraduate or graduate degree in a human service-related field or
   an undergraduate degree in any field plus two years of work experience (minimum 20 hours per week) or three years of part-time work experience in counseling, training or teaching or a minimum two years of full-time work experience as a substance abuse counselor plus a minimum of six months of experience in group counseling or facilitation.

   Provide documentation on company letterhead, signed by a company authority figure. Include dates and hours worked, job description and subjects taught.

7. Review application submission deadlines and upcoming training session dates included in the application packet.

   Send application and all associated documentation to:

   Georgia Department of Driver Services
   Attn: Regulatory Compliance Division
   2206 East View Parkway
   Conyers, GA 30013

8. Follow instructions from the Department of Driver Services for undergoing a fingerprint-based background check. The instructions will be sent to you upon receipt of your DUI instructor application.

9. Attend the Prevention Research Institute (PRI) instructor course if application is approved. Pay the course fee on the first day of the course ($700 in 2010.)

References

• Dui Instructor Salaries in Georgia
• Georgia Department of Driver Services: Forms and Manuals
• Georgia Department of Driver Services: DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program Instructor Checklist
• Georgia Department of Driver Services: DUI Frequently Asked Questions

Resources

• Georgia Department of Driver Services: Approved DUI / Defensive Driving Schools