Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Driver Education Programs in Oregon
Oregon Driver Training has established itself as one of Oregon's leading driving schools through its commitment to quality education and safety. Our team comprises DMV and State Certified driving instructors, with many also serving as licensed school teachers who understand the dynamics of classroom learning and the emotional aspects of learning to drive. We deliver comprehensive traffic safety programs that combine decades of teaching experience, expert driving knowledge, and partnerships with school districts and community colleges statewide. Our curriculum addresses critical driving skills including vehicle control, defensive driving practices, emergency response, and understanding traffic laws while emphasizing the impact of physical, emotional, and psychological conditions on driving performance.With programs approved by ODOT and DMV, we maintain strict adherence to state requirements while fostering a culture of responsibility that extends to vehicle maintenance, fuel efficiency, and courteous road behavior. Our dual-controlled vehicles and structured lesson plans ensure students develop both the physical and mental capabilities required for safe driving in diverse Oregon road conditions.
Services
Driver Education 15-17
Driver Education 18+
Private Driving Lessons
Behind the Wheel Training
Observation Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- DMV and State Certified instructors with teaching experience
- ODOT and DMV approved curriculum meeting strict state requirements
- Dual-controlled vehicles for safe hands-on training
- Comprehensive coverage of traffic safety and defensive driving
- Established partnerships with Oregon school districts and community colleges
Associations and certifications
- DMV
- State Certified
What people say
Knowledgeable instructors
Effective training
Professional staff
Comprehensive curriculum
Safe environment
Services
Driver Education Program 15-17
Structured driver training for teens aged 15-17 combining 32-34 hours classroom instruction with 12 hours behind-the-wheel experience. Curriculum covers traffic laws, vehicle control, emergency response, and defensive driving techniques while meeting ODOT and DMV requirements. Includes mandatory parent meeting and supervised home practice requirements.
Driver Education Program 18+
Comprehensive driver training for adults featuring 32-34 hours classroom instruction and 12 hours practical driving experience. Focuses on traffic safety, vehicle operation, and defensive driving techniques tailored to adult learners while maintaining state certification standards and including supervised practice requirements.
Private Driving Lessons
Customized driving lessons addressing specific needs using dual-controlled vehicles with certified instructors. Covers challenging environments, defensive driving techniques, and basic maneuvers while incorporating travel fees based on location and cancellation policies.
Behind the Wheel Training
Six-hour hands-on driving instruction following structured lesson plans with professional feedback. Includes designated routes challenging students' abilities while requiring minimum two-student participation per session and utilizing climate-controlled vehicles with safety features.
Observation Instruction
Six-hour observational learning component where students analyze driving techniques from back seat perspective. Involves structured activities assessing vehicle awareness, road sign recognition, and traffic pattern analysis while participating in instructor-led discussions during training sessions.
People
George Doddington
Owner
Former Alaskan commercial fisherman with 23 years experience who earned a 100-ton Masters Merchant Marine License. Purchased ODTI in 1998, growing it from a small operation to a statewide program while maintaining family values and safety principles.
Jesse Bowman
General Manager
Certified driving instructor with 10+ years business management experience in product distribution and insurance. Focuses on expanding access to quality driver education while emphasizing road safety and practical training methods.
Questions
What driver education programs do you offer?
We offer three programs: Teen Driver Education (15-17), Adult Driver Education (18+), and Private Driving Lessons tailored to individual needs.
Are your instructors certified?
All instructors are DMV and State Certified, with many also holding teaching licenses and specialized training in traffic safety education.
What areas do you serve?
We provide services throughout Oregon, including Greater Portland, Eugene, and the Oregon Coast regions.
What's included in your driver education courses?
Courses combine 32-34 hours classroom instruction with 12 hours of behind-the-wheel training covering traffic laws, vehicle control, and defensive driving techniques.
Do you offer private driving lessons?
Yes, we provide personalized private lessons focusing on specific driving challenges, using our dual-controlled vehicles with certified instructors.
What vehicle safety features do you use?
Our training vehicles include automatic transmission, power steering, air conditioning, and dual controls for enhanced safety during instruction.