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Our founders, Kym and Tiffany Wimberly, have built a legacy in education that prioritizes the individual needs of each student. This philosophy has been seamlessly carried over to ACT Qualified Driving Academy.

Here, we believe in a personalized, student-centered approach to learning, empowering our students to become responsible drivers who understand the importance of safety and courtesy on the road.

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Metairie, Louisiana
Class: 8am to 6pm
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ACT Qualified Driving Academy – Top-Rated Driving School in Metairie, LA

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ACT Qualified Driving Academy is the top-rated driving school in Metairie, LA, proudly serving the Greater New Orleans area. As a DMV-approved third-party tester, we offer teen driver’s education, adult pre-licensing courses, behind-the-wheel training, and on-site road skills testing — all with flexible scheduling and experienced instructors. Our mission is to help every student become a confident, safe, and skilled driver.

How to Get Your Louisiana Driver’s License in Greater New Orleans – ACT Qualified Driving Academy’s Complete Guide.

Here's a snapshot of ACT Qualified Driving Academy, a top-notch driving school serving the Greater New Orleans area out of Metairie—right in your neck of the woods:

ACT Qualified Driving Academy
Exceptional Google Rating
4051 Veterans Memorial Blvd Suite 307, Metairie, LA 70002
Premier DMV‑approved 3rd‑party tester offering teen and adult driver ed, pre‑licensing, behind‑the‑wheel, and road skills testing in Metairie.

What We Offer


Location & Overview


  • Based at 4051 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Suite 307, Metairie, LA 70002—just across the river from New Orleans (qualifiedtodrive.com).


  • They are an LA DMV‑approved third-party tester, meaning you can take your road skills test directly with them (qualifiedtodrive.com).

Teen Driving Programs (38-Hour Course)

 

  • Curriculum: 30 hours of classroom instruction + 8 hours of behind‑the‑wheel training (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Inclusions:

    • OMV Knowledge Test at the end of the classroom session.

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    • Completion certificate for learner’s permit.

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    • For 17‑year‑olds, if deemed ready after behind‑the‑wheel assessment, they can take the road skills test immediately and obtain a full license (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Cost: $585 for the full teen driver’s education package; deposit of 1/2 to secure a seat. A $25 sibling discount is available (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Duration: Louisiana allows up to 120 days to complete, but ACT typically finishes the course in a few short weeks.  (qualifiedtodrive.com).

Adult Pre-Licensing Courses (14-Hour Option)

 

  • Curriculum: 6 hours of classroom instruction + 8 hours behind the wheel (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Inclusions: Knowledge test at end of class, and road skills test offered at their facility  for $80.  (qualifiedtodrive.com).

  • Cost: $475 total; 1/2 deposit required (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Timeline: With express service, the entire process can be as quick as 7 days, or may take a few weeks depending on scheduling (qualifiedtodrive.com).

Additional Services & Highlights

 

  • Behind‑the‑Wheel Training Only: If you’ve completed the classroom elsewhere but still need the 8 hours of hands‑on training, you can purchase just that for $400 (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Road Skills Test Only: Skip the DMV lines—take your road test right at the academy for $40 (plus $40 for car use) (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Private Practice Drives: Great for extra confidence-building—$60/hr training plus $25 for car use (2-hour minimum, $85 total) (qualifiedtodrive.com).

Why Choose ACT Qualified Driving Academy

 

  • Safety Focus: Cars equipped with dual brakes and dashcams—top-tier safety measures (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Experienced, Certified Instructors: Led by Kym and Tiffany Wimberly, the academy emphasizes personalized, student-centered instruction with a strong focus on road safety and courtesy (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • High Satisfaction: A 4.9–5.0 average rating based on hundreds of reviews. Students consistently highlight the calm, patient instructors and supportive learning atmosphere (qualifiedtodrive.com, Yelp).

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  • Flexible Scheduling: Self-scheduling behind-the-wheel sessions are available via student or parent portals to fit busy lives (Yelp).

Summary Table

 

Course / ServiceHours (Classroom + BTW)CostDepositHighlights
Teen Driver’s Education (38 hr)30 + 8$5851/2Classroom + BTW, OMV test, road test, full license at 17
Adult Pre‑Licensing (14 hr)6 + 8$4751/2Fast-track options available
BTW Only (training)8$400—Hands-on only
Road Skills Test OnlyN/A$80—Includes car use, avoid DMV wait
Private Practice DrivesMin 2 hrs~$85—Extra behind-the-wheel confidence

 

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What to Do Next

 

 

  • Choose your path — are you operating as a teen, adult, or just needing extra practice or a test?

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  • Register online, by phone, or in person at the Metairie location (qualifiedtodrive.com, Facebook, qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Secure your seat with the required deposit.

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  • Obtain your TIP card from the OMV after securing your registration  (qualifiedtodrive.com).

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  • Complete the course—ACT handles the knowledge and skills testing.

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  • Finish at the OMV or a Public Tag Express —they’ll convert your sealed results and TIP into your official Louisiana license.

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Hannah Cabañas
Hannah Cabañas
1788040991
Mrs.Suzette is a very good teacher, she may be a little strict but it’s definitely worth it!
joneshaa.
joneshaa.
1788040056
Mrs. Suzette! A very great teacher!!
Jake Barbin
Jake Barbin
1788039939
Great teaching and passed very easy And good environment
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N_S
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Alanna
Alanna
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milan
milan
1788038847
Mrs suzette was a amazing teacher
Madeleine Guillot
Madeleine Guillot
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Kimberly Le
Kimberly Le
1788038735
I really enjoyed the class. It was extremely interactive and fun. 😊
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him
1788038720
Ms Suzette was great and worked to help us through everything.
Sisay Jebata
Sisay Jebata
1788035334
Excellent teacher
Adrian Augustine
Adrian Augustine
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Christian Ebbin
Christian Ebbin
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Keisha (Keedie2kute)
Keisha (Keedie2kute)
1788024901
C L
C L
1787862187
I cannot say enough great things about ACT Qualified Driving School! From beginning to end, everyone was professional, accommodating, patient, and understanding.Ms. Tiffany, the owner, is truly one in a million! She made the entire process so easy, and her staff is absolutely amazing. My son completed his driving sessions with Odell, Minnie, and Britiany, and he had such a wonderful experience with each of them.As a parent, I’m extremely grateful for the patience, professionalism, and care they showed my son. They made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process, and I would choose ACT Qualified Driving School again and again!Parents, be patient and trust the process your gems are in awesome hands! 💎❤️ Thank you, Ms. Tiffany and the entire ACT Qualified Driving School team, for such an amazing experience!Brooks Family
Ryan Jalloul
Ryan Jalloul
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Hudson Lincoln
Hudson Lincoln
1787432271
Amazing lovely environment best teaching class ever!
Rema Saoub
Rema Saoub
1787431561
Such wonderful people and very comprehensive class. Ms.Minnie was super super helpful and guided me through the process and made it easy. And of course Tanya who taught us the class was kind, and very helpful.
Santanu Podder
Santanu Podder
1787430765
Had a great learning experience Ms Tanya and had a great day.
Abner Argueta
Abner Argueta
1787430125
The notes were very helpful, and the teacher explained everything clearly and thoroughly. They made the test feel extremely easy and straightforward. Great driving class.
Stephanie Galan
Stephanie Galan
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Jaishaun Davidson
Jaishaun Davidson
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It was amazing class, very fun and informative.
Dynni Rah
Dynni Rah
1786828159
Amazing experience, everyone was so welcoming. I had an amazing teacher, tianya ( if i’m not mistaken) such a lovely woman. I really enjoyed her class. 10/10, as well as the rest of the staff. Wonderful people!!
Niamiah Alston
Niamiah Alston
1786826433
Great environment and amazing teaching skill keep me interested the whole time
Zion Mercadel
Zion Mercadel
1786825838
I loved the experience here. It was informative and the staff and teachers are amazing to be with and very knowledgeable. I walked out of this program with a wider understanding and even more confidence than before.
Chrystian
Chrystian
1786825264
The environment was great , the class taught by Mrs.Tamya was very interactive. Taught in a great format and also connected with her own experiences and the area which helped the learning process. Very Satisfied
Neon Star
Neon Star
1786636384
Was one of the best possible classes
Ivory Grace
Ivory Grace
1786391989
Ms Suzette was very informative and helpful in giving us the information that we need to past I will recommend this school to anyone that's trying to receive their license
Disney Lewis
Disney Lewis
1786386908
she is a very great teacher and is very patient with the students and always is there for any help
Karen Ugwu
Karen Ugwu
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Erica Holmes
Erica Holmes
1786222088
The class was great the instructor was amazing
Rico
Rico
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They are very informative and will teach you what they want you to know!!
Carnell Irvin
Carnell Irvin
1786221648
Rosemary Mendoza
Rosemary Mendoza
1786221485
My son had a great experience and had so many positive things to say. I would definitely recommend this location to everyone who needs to take their drivers training.
Jamaal Amedee
Jamaal Amedee
1786221455
Very good teacher
mohammed shafei
mohammed shafei
1786221365
it is perfect
Skylar Turk
Skylar Turk
1786221336
really great teacher, loved working with Mrs. Suzanne!
Nikki Nelson
Nikki Nelson
1786221291
Mrs.Suzette was kind, helpful, and really worked with us on the material, you should be sure to pass
Minahil Wasim
Minahil Wasim
1786221023
Great instruction in a comfortable environment and efficient time management. Ms Suzette was prepared, kind, and gave memorable stories and tricks to remember pertinent information.
Ermari
Ermari
1786220918
Mrs. Suzette was an amazing and supportive instructor who helped me understand everything that I was being taught in the course. She provided a welcoming environment where students felt comfortable enough to interact and ask clarifying questions!
Hank Lacour
Hank Lacour
1785628195
Mrs. Suzette made sure we all got the information we needed for this test. Love her!
Karbianus German
Karbianus German
1785621327
Good classes
makahi carter
makahi carter
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Samaya Mannings
Samaya Mannings
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Katherine Dominguez
Katherine Dominguez
1785617429
They are very kind
robert parkman
robert parkman
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Great School, Great instructors
Laila Bias
Laila Bias
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danae' w.
danae' w.
1785616711
AMAZINGGG service! had a great experience with this driving school. My instructor was very polite, entertaining, patient, and genuinely excited to help me learn. They made every lesson comfortable and enjoyable while ensuring I understood the skills needed to become a safe and confident driver. The owner was also very welcoming, professional, and supportive throughout the entire process.The positive attitude, encouragement, and dedication shown by both the instructor and the owner made a huge difference in my learning experience. I highly recommend this driving school to anyone looking for quality instruction and a friendly environment. Thank you for making learning to drive such a positive experience!
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