Section 8. Implementation

A. Required qualification-driver safety instruction (classroom): Any individual teaching a driver education course in a New Mexico public school must. (1) possess a valid New Mexico teacher license appropriate for the age of students; and (2) possess a valid New Mexico driver's license; and (3) be free of any DWI convictions for the past five years; and (4) possess a certificate issued by the traffic safety bureau indicating completion of training in classroom instruction. B. Required qualification - driver safety instructor (behind the wheel): Any individual providing behind the wheel instruction for elective credit in a public school must: (1) meet the qualifications listed under Subsection A of 6.30.4.8 NMAC; and (2) possess a certificate issued by the traffic safety bureau indicating completion of 40 hours of training in behind the wheel instruction.