Self-paced. College-backed. Built from 11 years and 10,000+ real rides.
Free for everyone. Certificate of completion upon finishing all 10 modules.
Every slide from the full professional course deck, organized into 10 modules with extracted text and speaker notes.
Knowledge-check quizzes after each module. Click-to-reveal answers with explanations. Track your score across all 10 modules.
Self-tracked progress bar across all 10 modules. Mark each module complete as you go. Picks up where you left off.
PPT-style slide player in every module. Use arrow keys, click to advance, or swipe on mobile. Progress bar to jump ahead.
Maine Foodie Guide, Destinations Guide, Road Services Guide — all with embedded links. Know your market cold.
Complete all 10 modules and earn your Rideshare Academy Certificate of Completion. First college-backed rideshare cert in the U.S.
| # | Module | Key Topics | Slides |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🚀 Getting Started | Uber/Lyft signup, vehicle requirements, age rules (ME/NH/MA), background check, gig economy overview | 31 |
| 2 | 🗺️ First Rides & Operations | First ride walkthrough, app features, airport procedures, pickup/dropoff protocols, Portland Jetport | 27 |
| 3 | 💰 Costs & Real Earnings | The earnings formula, gas/depreciation/taxes, per-mile cost breakdown, Maine vs Boston earning potential | 34 |
| 4 | 📍 Market Intelligence | Hotspot mapping, surge strategy, airport queue, two-app strategy, Kennebunkport/OOB/Ogunquit tips | 36 |
| 5 | 🛡️ Safety & Risk Management | Three-layer safety system, dashcam setup, passenger verification, difficult passenger protocols, emergencies | 51 |
| 6 | 📋 Taxes & Record Keeping | Independent contractor taxes, mileage deductions, quarterly payments, Schedule C, Maine state tax | 30 |
| 7 | ⭐ Customer Service & Ratings | Rating system mechanics, conversation strategy, tips optimization, 4.9+ rating maintenance | 34 |
| 8 | 🍂 Seasonal Strategy (Maine) | Summer/foliage/winter demand, ice storm rules, long-haul trip math, off-season survival | 32 |
| 9 | 🌿 Long-Term Sustainability | Advanced Uber/Lyft features, vehicle maintenance, driver health, income diversification | 45 |
| 10 | 🎯 Exit Strategy | Rideshare as a bridge, transferable skills, financial exit checklist, resume entries, networking | 27 |
