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Do teen drivers receive sufficient training?

On Behalf of | Jun 21, 2021 | Car Accidents |

Teen drivers have a much higher risk of serious accidents than older motorists do. Researchers theorize that inexperience plays a role in the rate of dangerous accidents involving adolescents. 

Review the details about teen driver education in Connecticut to encourage your child to become a safe, responsible motorist. 

Looking at the data

According to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute (CHOP), the accident rate drops significantly for teens after they have had a driver’s license for 12 months. CHOP also reports that graduated driver’s license programs like the one in Connecticut help young motorists gain the skills they need to make safe driving decisions in challenging situations. 

The researchers stress the importance of parental involvement as teens learn to drive. Consider accompanying your child even after he or she has a license on long trips or during inclement weather. Set a good safety example with your own driving behavior. 

Understanding education requirements

Drivers ages 16 and 17 can qualify for learner’s permits in Connecticut. They must complete 40 hours of supervised driving practice and either home, commercial or secondary school training. 

Home training consists of 22 hours of classwork and an eight-hour safe driving practices course at a secondary or commercial driving school. A parent or guardian must attend two hours of the course. Secondary school or commercial driving school training consists of 30 hours of classroom training including the safe driving practices course. 

The National Safety Council reports that auto accidents represent the most common cost of preventable deaths for teens. Fortunately, providing your child with comprehensive driver education can lower the risk of a tragic incident.  

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