What is Prevost Prep?
Prevost Prep is a partnership with the United Motorcoach Association (UMA) to update, revise and expand the Bus and Motorcoach
Academy's original Operator/Driver Program. The new program is
called "Prevost Preparatory School for Professional Motorcoach
Drivers", or Prevost Prep for short.
Why does Prevost support a driving program?
Prevost understands and has embraced information from their customers and the total industry that drivers are difficult to find, train and retain. Drivers are one of the industry's cornerstone resources and we must act in ways that encourage drivers to join the industry. Training is an important part of that attraction and retention.
Why do my drivers need training?
Presented by Prevost, the UMA and the College of Southern Maryland, Prevost Prep is designed specifically for drivers to meet the driver training needs of the motorcoach industry. As you know, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations require bus and motorcoach operators ensure their drivers are knowledgeable and comply with FMCSA rules and regulations (390.3 (e)). Prevost Prep prepares the driver to pass the CDL written exam or, for those who already have a CDL, gives a thorough review of applicable industry rules and regulations. Through this program driver training can be quantified and proven for insurance purposes. Participants that have completed the program satisfactorily will receive a letter of completion that can be submitted to your insurance company for insurance renewals.
How does Prevost support the program?
Prevost has committed to supporting this driving program over the next 10 years in order to expand the curriculum, update existing courses, and provide scholarships for drivers (which will be awarded through the UMA). Possibilities for future expansion of the program include behind-the-wheel training and partnerships with regional driver training schools are being considered and Prevost would take a leading role.
When is Prevost Prep available?
The Prevost Prep program has been available since 2014;
new classes begin October 3, 2016.
How do I get a scholarship?
Applications for scholarships are being taken by the UMA and will be awarded by the association on Prevost's behalf. These scholarships are open to the entire industry, not only Prevost customers and not only UMA members. Scholarships are for partial tuition on the complete course package based on the criteria set by the UMA. See the UMA website for further info and tuition rates at
http://www.uma.org/academy/
.