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* The Pre-licensing Course will not give you hands-on driving instruction or prepare you for the driver license road test. If you want hands-on driving instruction from a licensed driving school, you may find a licensed driving school using the driving school locator on our website.
The Distance Learning/Virtual Classroom Pre-Licensing Course is also delivered through many driving schools, high schools and colleges and you must be at least 16 years old to participate. This course is taught live, in real-time, with face-to-face interaction between the instructor and participants, just like in the traditional classroom course, but using distance learning technology. To participate, you must have access to a device capable of connecting to the internet and using web conferencing platform. When you contact a driving school, high school or college that offers Distance learning Pre-Licensing, they will provide more specific information and instructions about what your device requires to take the course.
NOTE: You will not receive a completion certificate for this course. The course provider will report your completion of the course electronically to DMV (usually within 48 hours). Once your completion is entered on your permit record, you can schedule your road test either online or by telephone at 1-518-402-2100. The scheduling system will not ask you for a completion certificate.
Your Pre-licensing Course Certificate is valid for one year from the date it is issued. A Student Certificate of Completion of Driver Education is valid for two years. If your Pre-licensing Course Certificate expires, you must complete the course again to receive the certificate required to schedule a road test.
Applicants who complete the online version of the course will NOT receive a Pre-Licensing Course Completion Certificate (MV-278). The course provider will report course completions to DMV automatically and applicants will NOT have to show a completion certificate when appearing for the road test.
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Driver Training Programs
Reduce the points on your driving record in South Carolina and enhance your defensive driving skills with our Virtual 8-hour Defensive Driving Course as well as In-Person Training at SC Technical Colleges. A reduction in points may be made one time in a three-year period.
Our most comprehensive defensive driving curriculum, this 8-hour, highly interactive classroom course provides the highest level of defensive driving knowledge and skills. The course is instructed virtually and accepted by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) for point reduction. Successful completion of this course will reduce four (4) points off your driver's license or CDL license. A reduction in points may only be made one time in a three-year period.
We cover the benefits of being a safe and responsible driver as well as techniques for avoiding high-risk driving behaviors. You'll learn how to respond to immediate dangers and anticipate potential hazards. Plus, your certificate can be used for an insurance discount (where offered by your insurance company).
This virtual course is accredited by the SCDMV as the point reduction program. To reduce four points off your driver's or CDL license, you simply register and complete the class. We'll report that you've successfully finished the course to the SCDMV, and they will reduce your points.
If you break traffic laws, you may earn points against your South Carolina driver's license. The purpose of the point system is to make problem drivers improve their driving habits and protect innocent people from careless and reckless drivers. Point systems vary by state. Learn more about the SC point system.
If you only have one, two, or three points and you request a point reduction, you can deduct the points showing on your record at the time. Keep in mind, that you will not be eligible to receive point reduction again for three years.
*This information about point reduction only applies to individuals with a valid South Carolina driver's license. All questions regarding driver license status or violation information should be referred to Driver Services at (803) 896-5000.
Check your state's requirements first and ensure they will accept NSC 8-Hour Defensive Driving course certificates. For out-of-state drivers, we provide an official certificate of completion to you. Then it's your responsibility to submit the certificate to the state or organization that needs a copy.
At this time, we only offer English-speaking instruction; however, the virtual class on Zoom will allow you to turn on translation closed captions for Spanish and other languages. Click here for instructions to help you turn the translation feature on during your class. Please notify us immediately when you register for a course, and we will mail a Spanish workbook that you can use during class. You can simply reply to your registration confirmation email to let us know that you need a Spanish workbook, or call our office at (800) 733-6185.
Interested in boosting your company's safety training? You're welcome to explore our 8-hour program as well as our 4-hour defensive driving course, which is most commonly used by companies. The 4-hour course is also widely accepted for corporate or individual insurance discounts (check with your insurer). These defensive driving skills could save your life.
This mandatory five hour pre-licensing course near Troy, NY is required by New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for any individual seeking to take a New York State Road Test. The course covers the state required curriculum and is taught by certified instructors .
We are currently offering a virtual 5 hour course near Troy, NY via Zoom. This means anyone living in New York who fits the requirements can take this course from the comfort of their home whether they live in Troy, NY or another New York State location. You must present a valid NYS permit with picture. Virtual classes are available with both weekend and weekday options for your convenience.
Your certificate is mailed to the address provided the next business day from Clifton Park, New York. NOTE: you must have the original certificate with you when you go to take your road test.
At the completion of the course, you will be sent by private message with the certificate number. You can use this certificate number to schedule your road test. NOTE: At the time of the test, you must have the original certificate with you- not a copy or picture.
If you are under 18 years old, you are required to complete classroom DE at a licensed DT school before you can get your instruction permit. Your instruction permit will be valid after being signed by your professional driving instructor, once you have completed at least one hour of behind-the-wheel training. This training gives you the foundational skills, experience, and confidence you need to pass your driving test and become a safe driver for life.
Driver education (DE) teaches you about traffic laws, road safety, driver responsibilities, and avoiding accidents. 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. If you choose to do a home study or internet training program, it must meet the same requirements as classroom instruction. To learn more, check out the DE Curriculum.
If you are a minor, you may present a Certificate of Enrollment in an Integrated (Classroom) Driver Education and Driver Training Program certificate in lieu of the Certificate of Completion of Driver Education.
If you are a minor, you must also hold your instruction permit for a minimum of 6 months prior to testing and have their instruction permit signed by their parent or guardian indicating completion of 50 hours of supervised driving practice (10 hours during night time) with a parent, guardian, licensed driver 25 years old or older, or a licensed or certified driving instructor.
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A driver improvement clinic can be completed online or in person. If the clinic is completed online, the course and final test must be completed through a DMV-licensed online driver improvement clinic provider. If the clinic is completed in person, the final test must be completed in person. If you decide to take the course in person, we recommend that you schedule ahead of time to ensure that you meet the DMV deadline.
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