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DCAT is the term used for the DriveABLE Cognitive Assessment Tool. This is the first part of a two-part assessment process.

The DCAT is administered on a tablet-based platform using touch-screen technology. The participant (driver) is guided through engaging, game-like tasks. There is no age limit and no digital tablet experience is necessary.

The DCAT tests the cognitive skills needed for safe driving. During the in-office assessment, participants are presented with four tasks that provide insight into actual on-road performance. The DCAT is the most accurate cognitive assessment tool available to predict driving performance.

Typically, the DCAT takes less than an hour to complete.

Please note there is a scheduled 10 - 30 minute break between the first part (DCAT ) and the second part (DORE) of the assessment procedure.

We do not send your DriveABLE assessment results to the DMV or to any auto insurance carrier.

DORE is the term used for the DriveABLE On-Road evaluation.

The DORE is the second and final part of the driving assessment.

DORE is a specialized functional on-road evaluation scientifically validated to identify safe driving. DORE provides a fair and objective assessment identifying cognitive behaviors and not bad habit errors that can be common amongst experienced drivers.

The driver has an opportunity to demonstrate their driving abilities in real-time and in real conditions. A DriveABLE Certified Driver Evaluator accompanies the driver. An evaluator vehicle is provided with dual controls (brake and gas). The driver is guided through the road course.

DORE is designed for experienced drivers and takes less than an hour to complete.

A valid Driver's License is required. If you or the driver has a suspension or revocation of driver's license, please let us know at the time of scheduling. We will provide information on how to apply for a Special Permit through the DMV Driver Safety Office.

The DORE is not like the DMV Road Test.

We do not send your DriveABLE assessment results to the DMV or to any auto insurance carrier.

Both the DriveABLE assessment and ExceleRATE assessment can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours to complete depending upon the individual.

There is up to a 30 minute break provided between part one and part two.

The on-road evaluation typically takes less than 1 hour.

Please allow 2.5 - 3hrs for your DriveABLE Impirica DCAC Assessment.

The results of your driving assessment will not be immediately available. We will coordinate a call or meeting to go over your results and offer feedback. Additionally, we will send you a copy of your assessment results via mail, including duplicates for designated family members and individuals for whom you have provided us with signed consent.

If you have been referred by your physician, occupational therapist, or another qualified health professional for a cognitive driver assessment, we will send duplicate copies of your results to them within three business days. We kindly request that you schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss the results. Additionally, a copy of the results will be sent to you (the driver) and a nominated family member.

No, we do not have the legal authority to take away your driver’s license. Only the California DMV has this authority.

Your physician is mandated to report to the DMV certain medical conditions.

Our role is to assist you throughout the assessment process and make the process as stress-free and as smooth as possible.

We try to work closely with you and your designated family member or appointed individual. But understand that family relationships and dynamics can be challenging.

Please know we are here to support you from start to finish throughout this entire driving assessment process.

In order for your daughter, family member, physician, or appointed individual to receive a duplicate of your results, you will need to provide the name and relationship along with your signed consent. It is your right to decide who will be granted permission.

We understand that in some families, talking about driver safety concerns can be upsetting for everyone involved. Try to remember your family loves you and cares deeply about your safety.and passengers that may ride with you.

The reality is that driving is a privilege and not a right. We all have a community responsibility to safeguard and protect ourselves, our loved ones, and other road users to minimize the risk of a vehicle collision, or tragically, a fatality.

If you are a family member in need of guidance on how to have this conversation or need additional resources, please give us a call.

ExceleRATE is designed for the commercial transportation sector and is made up of two assessments, Vitals Mobile (in office) and CORE (on road).

When completed independently, Vitals Mobile and CORE provide insight into a driver’s fitness for duty based on their cognitive and functional abilities to drive.

When completed together, ExceleRATE provides a single, easily understood score that allows decision makers to pinpoint risk and proactively respond.

Driving is a complex task that requires various cognitive functions in order to maintain safety. Across 4 tablet based tasks, Vitals Mobile measures 11 out of the 12 cognitive functions identified as necessary for driving.

Vitals Mobile is the first part of the ExceleRATE assessment.

Driving is a complex task which requires various cognitive functions in order to maintain safety. Across 4 tablet-based tasks, Vitals Mobile measures 11 cognitive functions necessary for driving.

CORE is the second part of the ExceleRATE assessment.

CORE is a gold standard driving evaluation for measuring fitness and competence to drive.

By adopting a cognitive science-based and standardized on-road evaluation, companies can proactively identify and manage real-world driving risk.

DCAC provides an evaluator passenger vehicle with passenger side dual-controls (brake and gas). A certified DriveABLE impirica Evaluator | Licensed Driving Instructor accompanies the driver.

The Driver Cognitive Assessment Center (DCAC) offers the full assessment protocol for experienced drivers.

Both the DCAT Mobile (in-office) and DORE (on-road) are scheduled for the same day.

The DCAT Mobile costs $300.00 and the DORE: $325.00 - a total of $625.00.

Our fees are private pay.

Both the Vitals Mobile (in-office) and CORE (on-road) are scheduled for the same day.

The ExceleRATE assessment cost varies depending on the number of employees referred for evaluation. Please contact our office to discuss.

Payment methods accepted include debit, credit card (online or in person via Square) or by check.

Full payment is appreciated at the time of scheduling the driving assessment and reserves your assessment. Payment by credit card can be made directly at our website - please go to Payments.

In the event that the In-Office (DCAT Mobile) assessment needs to be suspended and is deemed to be an ‘incomplete cognitive assessment’ requiring the client to return on an alternate date, an additional reduced fee (50% of the DCAT Mobile) will be applied.

DriveABLE impirica DCAC assessments can be scheduled by an individual (driver), family member, physician, occupational therapist, qualified health professional, hiring manager or company manager.

Please note, you do not need a physician’s order to schedule an assessment with our service.

If you need more information please call our office at 925.249.5947 or send an email to us via the Contact Us page.