Ask about the school’s training vehicles.Make sure the instructors are licensed and pass qualifying examinations every three years or show proof of continuing traffic safety education. Check the driving school instructor’s license status by calling DMV at (916) 229-3126.
Retain copies of all receipts, contracts, and other school documents. Compare tuition costs between driving schools and ask about any additional fees or charges to have a clear understanding of all expenses. Driving schools aren’t required to be a member, but the BBB website is a good source of information for customer complaints. Contact your local Better Business Bureau (BBB). The school must be licensed and bonded by the DMV. Check the school’s license status on our Occupational License Status Information System database. Here are some tips to help you select a driving school: To ensure that your teenager receives the DE/DT they need, it’s important to select a driving school that you’re comfortable with, provides high-quality education and training, and employs instructors that are professional, respectful, and knowledgeable. Students can take DE/DT in a California secondary school or in a state-licensed, professional driving school. DT can’t exceed two hours per day, and if you’re in the car observing another driver, that time does not count toward your six-hour requirement. DT must consist of at least six hours of behind-the-wheel training with a professional driving instructor. To learn more, check out the DE Curriculum.ĭriver training (DT) gives you the opportunity to practice driving in real-world situations. 
If you choose to do a home study or internet training program, it must meet the same requirements as classroom instruction. It must consist of either 30 hours or 2 1/2 semester periods of professional classroom instruction (not including breaks or meal times) or a home study or internet training program. Learn more about the requirements for first-time drivers in our Teen Drivers Guide.ĭriver education (DE) teaches you about traffic laws, road safety, driver responsibilities, and avoiding accidents.
This training gives you the foundational skills, experience, and confidence you need to pass your driving test and become a safe driver for life. If you are under 18 years old, you are required to complete classroom DE and behind-the-wheel driver training at a licensed DT school before you can get your instruction permit.
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