What We Offer
Segment 1
24 hours of classroom instruction, 6 hours of driving time, and 6 hours of observation
Level 1 License
Allows students to drive with a parent/guardian or an adult 21 years of age with permission
Segment 2
6 hours of classroom instruction on defensive driving
Level 2 Driver's License
With the completion of Segment 1, 2, and Road Skills Test
Fees:
Payment is due with the application
- $400 (includes Segment 2)
- $75.00 (Segment 2 only)
- Students repeating the program (due to absences, tardiness, classroom or driving failure, etc.) will be charged at full cost
- A full refund or transfer to the next available course given (for any reason) prior to the student’s 1st day of class
Segment 1:
(24 Hours of classroom instruction, 6 hours of driving time, and 6 hours of observation)
- Parent and student MUST attend the MANDATORY orientation for Segment 1
- Students must be 14 years and 8 months old by the first classroom session, verification by birth certificate is required
- Students must have 20/40 or better-corrected vision, vision screening required
- Students must have no uncontrolled health problems related to seizures
- Attendance: only ONE absence (three tardies equal one absence) is allowed during Segment 1. It is the student’s responsibility to arrange with their instructor make-up time for the specific class they were absent. If a student has more than one absence they will be dropped with NO REFUND given
- Classroom and pick-up site for driving sessions: Orchard View Community Education @ 1765 Ada Ave
- Students must pass 24 hours of classroom instruction (homework, quizzes & state test 70% or better) and have a minimum of 6 hours drive time and 6 hours of observation to receive the Segment 1 certificate. One retest is allowed, failure will result in failure of Segment 1 (no refund given)
Segment 1 Session Dates:
Nov 11—Dec 5, 2024 (3 week class from 3:30-5:30pm) held M-Th excluding week of Thanksgiving (drive times: to be scheduled) |
June 9— June 26, 2025 (3 week class 8-10am) held M-Th (drive times: to be scheduled) |
September 8— Sep 25, 2025 (3 week class 3:30-5:30pm) held on M-Th (drive times: to be scheduled) |
Level 1:
(allows students to drive with parent/guardian or an adult 21 years of age with permission)
- Student & parent apply at Secretary of State office
- Bring Segment 1 certificate, original Social Security card, original birth certificate, school ID card, utility bill, school transcript (5 pieces of identification are required)
- Student must be a minimum of 14 years, 9 months
Segment 2:
(6 hours of classroom instruction on defensive driving)
- Verification must be received that the student has completed a minimum of 30 hours of driving on a Level 1 license (including 2 hours at night) with a licensed parent/guardian
- Students must have held a Level 1 license for not less than 3 continuous months
- No absences or tardies allowed for Segment 2
- To receive the Segment 2 certificate students must pass 6 hours of OV classroom instruction (homework, quizzes, and state test 70% or better). One retest is allowed, failure will result in failure of Segment 2 (no refund given)
Segment 2 Session Dates:
(Classroom Instruction ONLY – NO drive)
November 5, 6 ,7, 2024 (class held on T, W, TH) 3:30-5:30 pm |
January 21, 22, 23, 2025 (class held on T, W, TH) 3:30-5:30pm |
March 25, 26, 27, 2025 (class held on T, W, TH) 3:30-5:30 pm |
May 20, 21, 22, 2025 (class held T, W, TH) from 3:30-5:30 pm |
Aug 5, 6, 7, 2025 (class held on T, W,TH ) 8:00-10:00 am |
November 4, 5, 6, 2025 (class held on T, W, TH) 3:30-5:30 pm |
Road Skills Test:
(schedule with an independent testing agency)
- Complete/signed driving record of 50 hours, Segment 2 certificate, valid vehicle registration, and proof of insurance certificate required
- Upon completion, students apply to the Secretary of State for Level 2 licenses
Level 2 Driver’s license:
(Allows the student to drive without supervision)
(CANNOT drive between 10 pm and 5 am)
- Students must be at least 16 years of age
- Must have possessed a Level 1 license for at least 6 months
- Students must have had no moving violation within 90 days prior to application
- Restriction: only one passenger under 21 years of age allowed in the vehicle unless traveling to and/or from a school event
Level 3 Driver’s license:
(full driving privileges)
- Must be at least 17 years of age, must have possessed a Level 2 license for at least 6 months
- Must have completed 12 consecutive months without a moving violation or accident resulting in a moving violation
Driver’s Education Application
For more information or to apply and pay with a payment type other than a credit card, please call 231.760.1350