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RiderCoach

March 21, 2022 by mlemon

There is a shortage of qualified instructors

When it’s cold in Michigan, riding a motorcycle isn’t exactly top of mind. But if you’re an experienced motorcyclist, this is the right time to think about sharing your experience and improving your skills by becoming a certified RiderCoach through Schoolcraft College this spring.

“Becoming a certified RiderCoach is a great way to share your passion for motorcycling with new and experienced riders, get more involved in the motorcycling community, and make some extra money,” said Sean McGlinn, Motorcycle Safety Coordinator for Schoolcraft College’s program, which is part of Personal & Professional Learning (PPL).

This video explains the benefits of becoming a certified RiderCoach.

RiderCoach Prep (the instructor-training course) is approximately 90 hours long. Course schedules will vary, but students should plan on 7 to 11 days of intensive classroom and hands-on (range) activities. There are three classes between the months of April, May and June. 

Applicants must have their own motorcycle and their CY endorsement for at least one year, and they must successfully complete a Basic RiderCourse. Cost is $75 and an additional $50 if the applicant has yet to take a Basic RiderCourse.

motorcycle class group
The motorcycle training classes historically have been some of the most popular at Schoolcraft College.

Candidates who successfully complete the course will become certified Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) RiderCoaches. Certification lasts for two years, and RiderCoaches apply for recertification by teaching a minimum of four classes, completing professional-development courses, and submitting these records directly to the MSF.

In addition, the Detroit Metro Motorcycle Safety Consortium (which includes Macomb Community College, Monroe County Community College, Oakland Community College, Schoolcraft College, and Wayne County Community College District) highly recommends that candidates familiarize themselves with the curriculum they will be teaching by shadowing the instructors of a Basic RiderCourse (BRC) prior to RiderCoach Prep.

McGlinn completed his BRC at Schoolcraft in 2011 and obtained his MSF RiderCoach Certification in 2021. He has been the Motorcycle Program Coordinator at Schoolcraft College since January 2018.

“I have been riding motorcycles since I was a kid,” he said, “and I am privileged to work for the program that has benefitted countless motorcyclists, including myself, in Metro Detroit and beyond.”

The motorcycle training classes historically have been some of the most popular at Schoolcraft College.

“Motorcycle sales continued to boom last year,” McGlinn said. “While we are tremendously proud of training approximately 2,600 students last year, we weren’t able to accommodate everyone who inquired about our courses.

“We typically train around 3,000 students every year, and there will be a backlog of students who weren’t able to take a course last year. A shortage of RiderCoaches exists throughout the State of Michigan, so consider enrolling and helping others to experience life on two wheels.”

RiderCoach applications are currently being reviewed. To request a RiderCoach application, contact [email protected] or call 734-462-4448.

Filed Under: News, Schoolcraft Spotlight Tagged With: Motorcycle, PPL, RiderCoach, Sean McGlinn

July 12, 2021 by stgschoolcraft

Program offers chance to share experience, earn certification

If you’re an experienced motorcyclist, this is the right time to think about sharing your experience and improving your skills by becoming a certified RiderCoach through Schoolcraft College.

“Becoming a certified RiderCoach is a great way to share your passion for motorcycling with prospective and experienced riders, get more involved in the motorcycling community and make some extra money,” said Sean McGlinn, Motorcycle Safety Coordinator for Schoolcraft College’s program, which is part of Personal and Professional Learning (PPL).

PPL is the new name for the College’s continuing education department, previously known as Continuing Education and Professional Development, or CEPD. 

The RiderCoach course is approximately 90 hours long. Course schedules vary, but students should plan on 7 to 11 days of intensive classroom and hands-on (range) activities. Applicants must have their own motorcycle and have been endorsed for at least one year. Cost is $75.

“Becoming a certified RiderCoach is a great way to share your passion for motorcycling with prospective and experienced riders, get more involved in the motorcycling community and make some extra money.”

Sean McGlinn, Motorcycle Safety Coordinator for Schoolcraft College’s program.

Candidates who successfully complete the course will become certified Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) RiderCoaches. Certification lasts for two years, and RiderCoaches apply for recertification by teaching a minimum of four classes, completing various professional-development courses, and submitting those records directly to the MSF.

In addition, the Detroit Metro Motorcycle Safety Consortium, which includes Schoolcraft College and four other community colleges, highly recommends that candidates complete a Basic RiderCourse (BRC) prior to the RiderCoach Preparation Course to familiarize themselves with the curriculum they will be teaching.

Motorcyclists listening to instruction
The RiderCoach course at Schoolcraft College is approximately 90 hours over 7 to 11 days of classroom and hands-on (range) activities. (Schoolcraft College photo.)

McGlinn completed his BRC at Schoolcraft in 2011, has been with the College since January 2018, and recently became a certified rider coach himself.

“I am humbled and honored to work for the program that has benefitted countless prospective and experienced motorcyclists, including myself, in Metro Detroit and beyond.”

The motorcycle training classes have historically been some of the most popular at Schoolcraft College.

“Motorcycle sales were booming last year, presumably because of people exploring new socially distant hobbies,” McGlinn said. “While we are tremendously grateful for, and proud of, training around 900 students last year within the span of just a few short months, we weren’t able to accommodate everyone who inquired about our courses due to the reduced class sizes.

“Typically, we train around 3,000 students every year. There is a backlog of students who weren’t able to take a course last year, and we currently have a significant shortage of active RiderCoaches in the Detroit Metro Consortium.”

RiderCoach applications are currently being reviewed. To request a RiderCoach application, contact [email protected] or call 734-462-4448.


Feature Photo: A large backlog of students means that RiderCoaches are urgently needed in the Detroit Metro area. (Schoolcraft College photo.)

Filed Under: News, Programs Tagged With: Detroit, Detroit Metro Motorcycle Safety Consortium, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Safety, Personal and Professional Learning, RiderCoach

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