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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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Fabio Diniz
Fabio Diniz
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Excellent driving school! Very patient, professional, and dedicated instructors ( Odell Williams, Fredrick Cuntapay and Britiany Burns). I had a great experience and passed thanks to their support. I highly recommend ACT Qualified Driving Academy!
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Tania Moreno
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Jsl Drezzo
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Dominique Porche
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Jessica Galicia-Hernandez
Jessica Galicia-Hernandez
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They have a wonderful staff with the most loving and patient people I have met! Their course was easy to understand and taught at a good pace. Would highly recommend!
Denise Deroche
Denise Deroche
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I generally, I joyed the class! I even learned things; I had forgotten, and, or learned things, I didn’t even know! It was upbeat, and very informative! I would recommend, ATC qualified driving Academy
Camila Zelaya
Camila Zelaya
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They are so kind and friendly and all positive vibes thank you to Miss Minnie & Miss Tiffany.
Tyrese
Tyrese
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Very informative, almost all the knowledge was useful
Chrishana S
Chrishana S
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straight forward and thorough.
David Salmeron Segovia
David Salmeron Segovia
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Great teacher and very good learning school. They are supporting me in getting my license on time.
Deglin Sanchez
Deglin Sanchez
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kennedy miller
kennedy miller
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I had a great experience! All of the teachers and staff were very professional and made sure that each student understood what was being taught. I would definitely recommend their 14 hour class it’s the best for quick quality learning.
Emerson Carbajal
Emerson Carbajal
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The staff was kind and cordial. The teacher was passionate in teaching and patient as well.
Vivian B
Vivian B
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Loved the class! Tiffany is great!
Cheryl Giacomelli
Cheryl Giacomelli
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Very pleasant class with a knowledgeable instructor. Very organized and well run. An excellent experience!
Avery Anderson
Avery Anderson
1766530843
Ms.Suzette and the whole staff were great instructors, they made the class: fun , memorizing, and also full of education. They led me to a successful pass on the knowledge portion.
Quinn Ell
Quinn Ell
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Amazing class. Mrs. Suzette was an amazing teacher she made the class very fun while also teaching us which made taking her formation in very easy. Thank You Mrs.Suzette.
Kaycie Holmes
Kaycie Holmes
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Very fun and entertaining.
Skye (Skyeeeee)
Skye (Skyeeeee)
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Enjoyed it well I love Mrs Suzette she is the best
Exotic_Eman
Exotic_Eman
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I have a very good time. The class was very fun and Mrs. Suzzette was a very good teacher. I had a fun time learning and learned a lot aswell
Alana Hill
Alana Hill
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Amazing experience We loveeee Mrs.Suzette. I had a great time and learned so much. It was a privilege to learn with ACT qualified.
Waverly Haynes
Waverly Haynes
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It was a great class! Mrs. Suzette was a wonderful teacher and I’m so thankful for her!
A Mc
A Mc
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It was a nice enjoyable class with smiles every day. More importantly it thought things that I didn’t know.
Kaleigh Richard
Kaleigh Richard
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The instructors were very respectful & nice! They made sure that the students were well prepared
Wendy Severin
Wendy Severin
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Luke Strain
Luke Strain
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Very engaging driving school
Will DeCell
Will DeCell
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Mrs. Susette is the best Drivers Education teacher!!
Abigail
Abigail
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Johnny Davis
Johnny Davis
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Very great ms Suzette the Queen is the best teacher !
Connor Fleming
Connor Fleming
1766528283
Out of all the stories I’ve heard, I was very nervous to take drivers ed, ACT made a very welcoming environment and I passed due to my awesome teacher Ms Suzette.
Brett Bostic
Brett Bostic
1766528223
Good class, good teacher
shellie!
shellie!
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I had a wonderful time during my time at ACT Qualified Driving School. Mrs. Suzette is the queen!!!
Jonathan Cerise
Jonathan Cerise
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Nicolas Ordonez
Nicolas Ordonez
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teaches well and great people
Zack Mitchell
Zack Mitchell
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Ms.Tanya is the best!!!!
Rekha Suri Arora
Rekha Suri Arora
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Hello guys .. best coaches in the town ..I am blessed That I found them on google . Thanks to all team of ACT ACCADEMY 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸
My’Kaela Paul (Mikey)
My’Kaela Paul (Mikey)
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hailey grant
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Jorge Vazquez
Jorge Vazquez
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A lot of wonderful staff and hospitality. Helps a lot!
Ricardo Quintanilla
Ricardo Quintanilla
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Amazing place people are very nice and would recommend to anyone
Moody Coody
Moody Coody
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My instructor was amazing & staff was friendly🩷✨
Zachary Agustin
Zachary Agustin
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Fantastic experience! I wasn’t sure who to book my training with since there are so many places around the city.They were extremely helpful and informative on the phone to start off with.The classroom session was professional and well taught.The facilities were also excellent.I highly recommend this organization.
Rodolfo Antonio Montiel Quintero
Rodolfo Antonio Montiel Quintero
1765057327
Great teacher and great academy. 100% recommended.
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