3120 F St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
While we’re proud to serve Kern County, including Bakersfield, our California drivers ed course is also available in other counties and cities throughout the state. This includes Ventura County, San Diego County, Orange County, Yolo County, Madera County, Los Angeles County, and Santa Barbara County. Students from cities like Ventura, San Diego, Santa Ana, Woodland, Madera, Los Angeles, Fairfield, and Santa Barbara can easily enroll in our course. No matter where you are in California, you can complete our DMV-approved drivers ed online at your own pace.
Our program is designed to be flexible, so even students in rural areas of Kern County or neighboring counties can access the same high-quality drivers ed as those in larger cities. With our online platform, all you need is an internet connection to complete your lessons anytime, anywhere.
No, drivers ed is not the same as a defensive driving course. California drivers ed focuses on teaching new drivers the basics of safe driving, traffic laws, and road signs. It’s a foundational program to prepare for the California DMV permit test and build confidence behind the wheel.
A defensive driving course, on the other hand, is typically for more experienced drivers looking to improve their driving skills. These courses teach advanced techniques for accident prevention, handling emergencies, and navigating hazardous road conditions. While drivers ed touches on some defensive driving concepts, its main goal is to equip new drivers with the knowledge needed to start driving safely.
If you’re looking to build on what you learn in drivers ed, you might consider taking a defensive driving course later to further enhance your skills.
Yes, you can complete drivers ed online in California! Our California drivers ed course is DMV-approved and meets the state’s 30-hour instruction requirement. The best part? You can work at your own pace from anywhere in Kern County or beyond.
Many students prefer online drivers ed because it offers unmatched flexibility. Whether you’re juggling school, sports, or other activities, you can log in and out of the course whenever it’s convenient for you. The system saves your progress automatically, so you never have to worry about starting over.
Online drivers ed covers everything you need to pass the California DMV permit test, including traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Once you finish, you’ll receive your certificate of completion, which is required to get your California learners permit.
A driver education certificate, officially known as the Certificate of Completion (DL 400C), is proof that you’ve successfully finished a DMV-approved drivers ed course. For teens under 18, this certificate is required to take the California DMV permit test.
Once you complete your drivers ed course, we’ll send your certificate via USPS free of charge. Expedited shipping is also available for students who need their certificate quickly. Be sure to keep this document safe, as you’ll need to present it when applying for your California drivers permit at the DMV.
For adults 18 and older, a driver education certificate is not required to get a permit, but completing a drivers ed course can still help you pass the written exam and become a safer driver.
In California, you can start drivers ed as early as age 15. Starting drivers ed early gives you time to complete the required 30 hours of instruction and prepare for the California DMV permit test.
Although you can begin drivers ed at 15, you must be at least 15½ years old to apply for a learners permit. Once you complete your drivers ed course and pass the written permit test, you can start practicing behind the wheel with a licensed adult.
Many students in Kern County and across California choose to start drivers ed during summer or winter break to fit it into their busy schedules.
Absolutely! Our California drivers ed course is DMV-approved and meets all state requirements. It includes 30 hours of instruction covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices.
You can verify the legitimacy of any drivers ed course by checking the provider’s DMV license number. Our DMV license number is #E2067#, ensuring that our course is recognized statewide. Whether you’re in Kern County or anywhere else in California, you can trust that our course will help you prepare for your California DMV permit test.
If you don’t pass the California DMV written test on your first try, don’t worry. You have up to three chances to pass within a 12-month period.
The written permit test consists of 46 multiple-choice questions for teens and 36 questions for adults. To pass, you need to answer at least 38 questions correctly if you’re under 18, or 30 if you’re over 18.
To improve your chances of passing, review the California DMV manual and take plenty of California DMV practice tests. These practice tests simulate the real exam and help you become familiar with the format and types of questions you’ll see.
Yes, adults 18 and older must take the California DMV permit test to obtain a learners permit. Although drivers ed is not mandatory for adults, taking a California drivers ed course is a great way to prepare for the written test and build essential driving knowledge.
Adults also need to pass a vision test and provide proof of identity, residency, and their Social Security Number at the DMV. Once you pass the permit test, you can start practicing driving with a licensed adult.
Driving school focuses on behind the wheel drivers training, where you’ll practice real-world driving skills with a certified instructor.
During California driving lessons, you’ll learn essential skills like:
- Parking (parallel and standard)
- Turning and lane changes
- Navigating intersections
- Merging onto freeways
- Following traffic laws and safety practices
Teens are required to complete 6 hours of behind the wheel lessons with a certified instructor to earn a California provisional license. Adults, while not required, can also benefit from driving school to build confidence and improve their driving skills.
A standard California drivers license is valid for 5 years. Before your license expires, the DMV will send you a renewal notice with instructions on how to renew.
If you’re under 18, you’ll start with a California provisional license, which comes with certain restrictions. This license automatically converts into a full, unrestricted drivers license when you turn 18.
Getting your California drivers license can be easy if you take the right steps. Start with a drivers ed course to build your knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices. Study the California DMV handbook and take California DMV practice tests to prepare for the permit test.
Once you have your California learners permit, practice driving regularly with a licensed adult or a certified instructor. When you’re confident in your skills, schedule the California DMV driving test.
The California DMV written permit test has:
- 46 questions for teens under 18 (you must get 38 correct to pass).
- 36 questions for adults 18 and older (you need 30 correct to pass).
To prepare, study the California DMV manual and practice with California DMV knowledge tests.
If you’re taking the in-car driving test, also known as the California DMV driving test, the examiner will evaluate your ability to follow traffic laws, make smooth stops, and navigate turns and lane changes safely.
