Northfield Community Education

Driver’s Education Classroom This class is the first step toward earning a driver’s license. Our comprehensive Driver’s Education program is taught by certified instructors and designed to prepare students with the knowledge they need to become safe, confident drivers. Students 18 years old and younger are required to complete 30 hours of classroom instruction before they are eligible to take the permit test. Important Registration Information Registering for the Driver’s Education classroom only means your student will receive a Letter of Completion after successfully completing the 30-hour course. This letter alone cannot be used to take the permit test at the DMV. To become eligible for permit testing, students must also: Enroll in a Behind-the-Wheel program, and Receive a Blue Card from the Behind-the-Wheel provider. ? We strongly recommend enrolling in the COMBO PACKAGE if you want your student to be able to test for their permit immediately after the classroom portion ends. What Is a Typical Class Like? Classes meet Monday–Friday, 3 hours each day (If a holiday occurs, class will meet for 3 hours and 20 minutes.) Maximum class size: 50 students Students should bring: Highlighter Notebook pen or pencil School-issued iPad Driver’s Education manuals are provided for students without a school-issued device. Class typically begins with a review, followed by chapter reading, worksheets, group activities, and chapter tests. Attendance & Make-Up Work Students may miss up to one class day and still successfully complete the course. Make-up work will be assigned and must be completed before a Letter of Completion is issued. If a student misses more than one day, the entire classroom course must be repeated.

Register for both the classroom and Behind-the-Wheel instruction together and save $50 with our Driver’s Ed Combo Package—the easiest way to complete every step toward licensure. How it works: • Choose a classroom session that fits your schedule. After completing Phase 1, since the student is already registered for Behind the Wheel, they can take their permit test. • After holding a permit for 6 months, families schedule Behind-the-Wheel lessons with our certified instructor. Appointments are offered year-round. • Upon completion of both classroom and Behind the Wheel, student information is submitted to the Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services (DVS). Please note: If you fail to attend the driving appointment you are registered for or cancel your appointment on the same day (within 12 hours) a drop/add fee of $30 will be assessed for each missed appointment