Hello there! We’re the Professional Driving School Association of Washington State!
Our Mission:
To build a robust driver training industry association by uniting for:
Elevated training standards
Reducing losses from auto-related crashes
Ensuring appropriate state regulations for driver training schools
Expanding growth opportunities for our businesses
Attention WA Driving Schools,
Attention WA Driving Schools,
Over the past several years, the Professional Driving School Association (PDSA) has grown into a strong advocate for our industry, building direct relationships with the Department of Licensing (DOL) and ensuring that driving school owners have a voice in important conversations.
As our industry continues to evolve, that voice is becoming increasingly important.
The PDSA is currently engaged with the DOL on several upcoming initiatives that will influence how driving schools operate across Washington. These developments present both opportunities and challenges, and it is critical that local school owners are represented throughout the process.
Our goal is simple: to ensure that decisions affecting driver education are shaped by those who understand it best, the professionals working in it every day.
By strengthening our collective voice, we can:
Advocate for policies that support sustainable, high-quality driver education
Maintain strong professional standards across the state
Ensure that new ideas and innovations reflect the needs of local schools
Membership is $100 annually, and all funds go directly toward supporting advocacy efforts, communication, and the continued development of our industry.
If you are not yet a member, we encourage you to join us and be part of the conversation as these changes take shape.
Monthly meetings
The Professional Driving Schools Association (PDSA) holds its meetings once a month, typically around the fourth Wednesday. At the end of each session, the date and time for the next meeting are decided, and email reminders are sent to all members to ensure everyone stays informed.
Our meetings are guided by the PDSA Code of Conduct, which establishes our governing principles and sets clear expectations to maintain a professional and collaborative environment.
Association Objectives
The PDSA empowers driver education schools across Washington State by:
- Serving as a communication and information hub, keeping members informed about critical issues impacting our industry.
- Enhancing public confidence and pride in driver training through exemplary professional conduct.
- Offering educational opportunities for our members and their employees to foster continuous growth and improvement.
- Collaborating with the DOL to ensure fair, consistent, and reasonable regulations that enable commercial driving schools to deliver high-quality education while maintaining profitability.
- Partnering with community groups, agencies, and legislators to introduce regulations that enhance road safety and protect our citizens.
- Providing membership benefits that support our schools in running more efficient and successful businesses.
Conferences!
The PDSA has made it easier than ever to become an active member. Now, any school or instructor who attends a PDSA conference event during the year will automatically receive membership.