SPRING 2010 class dates are listed; registration began November 23, 2009. Registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis. Course seating is limited and early registration is advised.

Driver Education courses are offered through Keene State College Continuing Education Office. Classes are given at the Manchester Safety Center at the Manchester Airport. The courses fulfill the State of New Hampshire Department of Education college credit requirements toward Driver Education Teacher Certification. For more information on State of NH Driver Education Teacher Certification, please contact: State of NH Department of Education at 603.271.3868.

Provisional Certification requires an application to the program (see below) prior to registering for the first course. Course requirements for Provisional Certification (offered twice a year) are: Introduction to Traffic Safety Driver Education Classroom Methods In-Vehicle Driver Education Methods

Standard Certification course requirements must be completed within two years of receiving your Provisional Certification (each course offered ONCE a year): Alcohol, Drugs, and Driving Adolescent Growth and Development Special Education in the Schools Learning Styles/Teaching Styles

REQUIRED as of SPRING 2009: Program Application, meeting with Driver Education Program Coordinator and Driving Skills Assessment

Acceptance to the Driver Education Program must occur by the Continuing Education office at Keene State College prior to registration for the first course in the program, Introduction to Traffic Safety. Course registrations will not be processed, nor will a seat be reserved, until the application is received and admission to the program is approved and complete. Click here for the course listing below. If interested, here is the complete Driver Education Instructor Certificate program information packet.

SAFE 222-SC1C Introduction to Traffic Safety

3 credits
Instructor: Gary Guzouskas
March 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30, April 3, 6 and 10
Tuesdays 6-8:30PM, Saturdays 9AM-4PM
Safety Center, Manchester NH
*Tuition and Fees:
NH Resident $978
Non-Resident $1,065

Elements that compose driving and the highway transportation system. Emphasis is on human performance, traffic engineering, and related research. For educators and those whose responsibilities include motor fleet safety. Due to the extensive content, students can expect considerable out-of-class assignments. Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Keene State Driver Education Teacher Certification Program.

SAFE 333-SC1C Driver Education Classroom Methods
3 credits
Instructor: Robert Baker
April 24, May 1, 8, 15 and 22
Saturdays 9AM-5PM
Safety Center, Manchester NH
*Tuition and Fees:
NH Resident $978
Non-Resident $1,065

Professional preparation to meet the traffic and safety needs of schools and communities. Focus on methods of classroom and laboratory teaching. State and national standards are recommended for teaching driver and traffic safety education. (Includes laboratory experience.) Students can expect considerable out-of-class assignments. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SAFE-222, Introduction to Traffic Safety.

SAFE 444-SC1C In-Vehicle Driver Education Methods
2 credits
Instructor: Gary Guzouskas
June 1, 5, 8, 12, 15 and 19
Tuesdays 6PM-8:30PM
Saturdays 9AM-4PM
Safety Center, Manchester NH
*Tuition and Fees:
NH Resident $652
Non-Resident $710

Examines methods for delivering a sequential in-vehicle phase of a driver education program to novice drivers. Includes program organization, route and lesson design, instructional delivery, and assessment of behind-the-wheel lessons in a dual controlled vehicle. Requires in-vehicle demonstrations by staff and students. Students can expect considerable out-of-class assignments. Prerequisite: Successful completion of SAFE 333, Driver Education Classroom Methods.

This course is a study of the signs and symptoms of chemical dependency, alcoholism, and drug addiction. Examines the effect of chemical dependency on the body, family, and driving skills. Covers the pharmacology of alcohol and mind-altering drugs, treatment, treatment resources, and prevention issues.

EDUC 495-SC1C: Adolescent Growth and Development (Spring)
1 credit
Instructor: Ann Beaudry-Torry
Friday April 2: 6PM-9:30PM
Saturday April 3: 8:30AM-6PM
Safety Center, Manchester NH
Tuition and Fees:
NH Resident $326
Non-Resident $355

This course is a survey of adolescent development focusing on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains. Class sections address the relationship between theory and human relations in the classroom.

*Tuition and fees are established by the University System of New Hampshire Board of Trustees and may be adjusted at any time.

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For further program information, contact by email Gary Guzouskas, the Keene State College Driver Education Program Coordinator, or by phone 603.313.1864.

To apply to the program or register for classes, contact:
Keene State College Office of Continuing Education at 603.358.2290 or 1.800.KSC.1909, option #5.

Classes are held at:

Keene State College Safety Center
Ammon Center at the Manchester Airport
175 Ammon Drive, Suite 104
Manchester, NH 03103-3308
Phone: 1-800-449-OSHA
Fax: 603-645-0080
E-mail: oshaed@keene.edu
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