4 Important Things to know about getting your DMV Driver’s License
1. Driver’s Ed Requirement
The California DMV requires a 30 hour Driver’s Education Course. This can be done online, in-person, or hybrid. Call to schedule an in-person class.
2. Not the same as the DMV Written Test
The California course curriculum for Driver’s Ed is actually different from the DMV Written Test. Don’t worry, we have course material to help you with both.
3. Updated Content
We regularly update our content and last updated our course in December 2023. We talk about relevant driving material.
4. Written Test Prep
The best way to prepare for the written test is to study the DMV handbook and to study 200+ practice questions.
The Steps needed for Teens to Complete their Driver’s License
Step 1: Driver’s Ed
As early as 15 years old, we recommend students take Driver’s Ed. Courses include online, hybrid, or in-person.
Step 2: Written DMV Test
As early as 15.5 year’s old, students can take the written test at the DMV. Walk-ins are accepted. We offer 200 free practice questions with explanations for you to practice before taking the written test.
Step 3: Behind-The-Wheel
Teens ages 15.5 to 18 years old must complete 6 hours of in vehicle practice with a certified DMV driving school. They also must practice for 50 hours with a licensed driver over the age of 25 before they can take the Behind-the-Wheel test. The DMV licensed schools will carry insurance, but the parents will need their own insurance for their teens when they are not driving with a DMV licensed school.
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Step 4: DMV Driving Test
The California DMV test takes about 15-20 minutes. The examiner will test the driver on a variety of criteria, such as: turns, stops, lane changes, merging, backing, and neighbor driving.
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FAQ
1. What happens after I complete my Driver’s Ed program?
Student’s will receive a certificate of completion. They will then need to bring their registration documents and the “certificate of completion” to the DMV. Walk-in tests are allow, or you can make an appointment.
2. How many questions are there?
For teenagers under 18 year’s old, you must answer at least 36 of the 42 questions correct. For test taker’s over age 18, you must answer at least 30 of the 36 questions correct. There is no time limit on the test.
3. Is the DMV written test hard? How Do I best prepare for the test?
The DMV written written test can be passed after reading the DMV handbook and focusing on the practice questions. We recommend reviewing 150-200 practice questions. We provide the latest questions, since the written test changes annually.
4. How much is Driver’s Ed?
The price range will start from $10 and can reach as high as $70. Most schools will charge separately for the DMV practice questions for their state, which is ~$15.
5. After receiving the driver’s permit, can you refer us to a local behind-the-wheel driving school?
Aceables and Driversed.com are the same site, just rebranded differently. The sites are simple and not too bloated. The cost is $30 which falls in the middle price range of Driver’s Ed schools, which range from $10-$50. Test takers will get through the 30 hour course without any technical issues. We marked it down to 4 stars for ease of use because there is too much buttonology to navigate through a course. There’s a lot of clicking to arrive at each section or paragraph. Users would prefer to scroll more and click less. The course content covers about 40% of what is actually on the DMV Written test, so test takers should be ready to carefully read the DMV Handbook after completing this course.
California Driver’s Education is a bit of a generic site and the material was very dry and slow to read. Students have mentioned that they race through the links on the 30 hour course in an attempt to just print out the certificate. Which works, if you just want to pass. The cost is $24.95 which falls in the middle price range of Driver’s Ed schools, which range from $10-$50. There is too much advertising and affiliate marketing.
First Time Driver includes adequate photos and videos, but the material appears out dated. The cost is $24.95 for online DMV and $14.95 for practice questions for the DMV Written Test. Students mostly likely will pay $35 for the complete course.
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Driving is a skill that will last a lifetime. It’s a skill that you will likely use nearly every day. Like eating and walking, it will always be on your mind. If you are going to drive, you might as well master your driving skills.
