How old does a student have to be to enroll in Driver Education?
You must be at least 15 years of age to enroll in Driver Education. Please note that a student must have a Learner Permit to drive with an instructor but may still take classes without one.
Do you offer Online Classes?
The Driving School now offers an online/home study course. You may sign up in person or send us an email at [email protected] for information about registration and payment.
When and where do I sign up?
Sign ups are held every Monday from Noon to 6 PM at The Driving School:
7 South Main Street Suite 200, Tooele, UT 84074
Do I need to bring anything with me to sign up?
You do not need to bring any documents with you to sign up for the course. You may print a student contract found on our main page and bring it with you if you want to save time. You can also pay online using the pay by card button or the Venmo QR code on the home page.
When are classes?
Classes are held Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of each week from 3:30 Pm to 5:30 Pm or from 6:00 Pm to 8:00 Pm
Can I choose which class period I attend?
Yes. With two class periods per day, there is some flexibility as to which class you attend.
How long will it take to complete my Driver Education?
The state of Utah requires that each student 18 years of age or younger receive 18 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of Drive time and observation time with an instructor.
If a student attends all of their classes and drive times, a student can complete their Driver Education in as little as 3 weeks.
Longer times may apply if the student doesn't sign up for their drives in a timely manner or if we experience a higher volume of students signing up.
How much is the course?
The full driver education course is $380 and includes classes and 6 hours of driving and observation with an instructor.
I've already completed my classes elsewhere. Do you offer driving hours only?
Yes. If you've already completed a Driver Education program with your local high school, online, or at another driving school you can sign up for driving hours only.
We charge $70 hour or $355 for 6 hours.
How long do I have to complete my course?
You have one full year (12 months) from the date of enrollment to complete all classes and drives with The Driving School. If Student does not complete the course within 12-months
from enrollment, no refund will be issued, and Student will need to re-enroll and
repay the full tuition amount.
Now that I'm enrolled, how do I sign up for driving with an Instructor?
Sign up sheets for driving are posted in our classroom. A student who wishes to sign up for drive time with an instructor may select a time from one of our scheduled time slots.
Where do I go for my Drive?
All students are to meet at The Driving School for their drives
Do I have to have my learner permit with me to drive?
Yes. A student must have their learner permit in their possession in order to drive. A picture of a Learner Permit will not be accepted.
What if I lose my permit or it gets damaged?
If you lose your permit or it is damaged and unusable you may go to The Drivers License Division and request a new copy.
What do I do if I'm going to be late for a drive?
If you are going to be late please call and let us know. An instructor will typically leave no later than 5 minutes after a scheduled drive time unless notified by a student that they will be late.
All students not present after 5 minutes of a scheduled drive time will miss their drive time and will need to reschedule.
What if I can't make it to a drive?
If you cannot make it for a drive, please call us and let us know in advance. A missed driving appointment without prior notice will result in a $50 fee.
You may notify us by calling 435-840-9088. You may also text us at: 435-841-2797. If you cannot get through, leave us a message with your name and phone number. You may also contact us via email: [email protected] or via Facebook Messenger.
Do I need some sort of completion certificate after finishing my classes and drives?
No. The Driving School enters all classes and drivers into the State DEMS system, which is linked to their learner permit. Information is typically entered the following business day.
What are the requirements to get a Utah Drivers License?
Once you have completed the requirements for your learner permit, click below to read the requirements for a driver license:
Minor (under 21)
Adult (21 and older)
Where do I take the Traffic Safety Trends Exam?
Completion of the Traffic Safety Trends Exam is required before getting a license. You can find it on the DLD website under test. Link: https://dld.utah.gov/tests/
I'm having trouble passing my learner permit test. Is there anywhere I can practice for my test?
The learner permit test is based on the information found in the Utah Drivers Handbook. Studying it will help you as you prepare for your written test.
You may also find an online written practice test on the DLD website listed under tests. Link: https://dld.utah.gov/tests/
You may take the test as many times as you want. It is recommended that you repeat the test until you can consistently score an 80% or better.
Where can I take my driving test?
Once someone completes their requirements they may schedule to take a driving test at The Driver License Division or with a Third Party Road Skills Tester.
All road tests are done by appointment only.
You may schedule a Road Skills Test with the DLD on their online scheduler at dld.utah.gov.
A list of Third Party Testers may be found on the DLD website here:
dld.utah.gov/driver-education or here.
Most Third Party Testers charge between $40 and $60 for a road skills test.
Can I take the Road Skills Test at The Driving School?
The Driving School is NOT allowed to test anyone who has received education or training with The Driving School.
We may test any non-student of The Driving School.
Do you offer the Road Skills Test in Spanish?
We have one instructor who knows some limited Spanish who will be able to administer the test to any Spanish speakers.
¿Ofrecen el examen de habilidades viales en español?
Contamos con un instructor que sabe algo de español y que podrá administrar el examen a cualquier hispanohablante. Puede programar un viaje con él viniendo a nuestra oficina o enviándonos un correo electrónico a: [email protected]
Are there any resources for parents to help teach their teens how to drive?
Zero Fatalities has some great resources for parents teaching their teens to drive. Their page includes some videos, manuals, and a driving log app. Link: https://zerofatalities.com/learner-permit/
Is it true I don’t need to take a driver education course if I am 19 and older?
Correct; if you are 19 and older, you do not need to take a driver education course to obtain your Utah driver license.
However, if do not have a previous state or country driver license or you have not completed a driver education, you will be required to pass a written knowledge test, carry a Utah learner permit for 90 days, complete 40 hours of driving (10 hours after sunset), and pass a driving skills test.
You may skip the 90 waiting period by instead completing a Driver Education course. You will then need to pass a Road Skills Test at The Driver License Division or with a Third Party Tester.
You must be at least 15 years of age to enroll in Driver Education. Please note that a student must have a Learner Permit to drive with an instructor but may still take classes without one.
Do you offer Online Classes?
The Driving School now offers an online/home study course. You may sign up in person or send us an email at [email protected] for information about registration and payment.
When and where do I sign up?
Sign ups are held every Monday from Noon to 6 PM at The Driving School:
7 South Main Street Suite 200, Tooele, UT 84074
Do I need to bring anything with me to sign up?
You do not need to bring any documents with you to sign up for the course. You may print a student contract found on our main page and bring it with you if you want to save time. You can also pay online using the pay by card button or the Venmo QR code on the home page.
When are classes?
Classes are held Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of each week from 3:30 Pm to 5:30 Pm or from 6:00 Pm to 8:00 Pm
Can I choose which class period I attend?
Yes. With two class periods per day, there is some flexibility as to which class you attend.
How long will it take to complete my Driver Education?
The state of Utah requires that each student 18 years of age or younger receive 18 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of Drive time and observation time with an instructor.
If a student attends all of their classes and drive times, a student can complete their Driver Education in as little as 3 weeks.
Longer times may apply if the student doesn't sign up for their drives in a timely manner or if we experience a higher volume of students signing up.
How much is the course?
The full driver education course is $380 and includes classes and 6 hours of driving and observation with an instructor.
I've already completed my classes elsewhere. Do you offer driving hours only?
Yes. If you've already completed a Driver Education program with your local high school, online, or at another driving school you can sign up for driving hours only.
We charge $70 hour or $355 for 6 hours.
How long do I have to complete my course?
You have one full year (12 months) from the date of enrollment to complete all classes and drives with The Driving School. If Student does not complete the course within 12-months
from enrollment, no refund will be issued, and Student will need to re-enroll and
repay the full tuition amount.
Now that I'm enrolled, how do I sign up for driving with an Instructor?
Sign up sheets for driving are posted in our classroom. A student who wishes to sign up for drive time with an instructor may select a time from one of our scheduled time slots.
Where do I go for my Drive?
All students are to meet at The Driving School for their drives
Do I have to have my learner permit with me to drive?
Yes. A student must have their learner permit in their possession in order to drive. A picture of a Learner Permit will not be accepted.
What if I lose my permit or it gets damaged?
If you lose your permit or it is damaged and unusable you may go to The Drivers License Division and request a new copy.
What do I do if I'm going to be late for a drive?
If you are going to be late please call and let us know. An instructor will typically leave no later than 5 minutes after a scheduled drive time unless notified by a student that they will be late.
All students not present after 5 minutes of a scheduled drive time will miss their drive time and will need to reschedule.
What if I can't make it to a drive?
If you cannot make it for a drive, please call us and let us know in advance. A missed driving appointment without prior notice will result in a $50 fee.
You may notify us by calling 435-840-9088. You may also text us at: 435-841-2797. If you cannot get through, leave us a message with your name and phone number. You may also contact us via email: [email protected] or via Facebook Messenger.
Do I need some sort of completion certificate after finishing my classes and drives?
No. The Driving School enters all classes and drivers into the State DEMS system, which is linked to their learner permit. Information is typically entered the following business day.
What are the requirements to get a Utah Drivers License?
Once you have completed the requirements for your learner permit, click below to read the requirements for a driver license:
Minor (under 21)
Adult (21 and older)
Where do I take the Traffic Safety Trends Exam?
Completion of the Traffic Safety Trends Exam is required before getting a license. You can find it on the DLD website under test. Link: https://dld.utah.gov/tests/
I'm having trouble passing my learner permit test. Is there anywhere I can practice for my test?
The learner permit test is based on the information found in the Utah Drivers Handbook. Studying it will help you as you prepare for your written test.
You may also find an online written practice test on the DLD website listed under tests. Link: https://dld.utah.gov/tests/
You may take the test as many times as you want. It is recommended that you repeat the test until you can consistently score an 80% or better.
Where can I take my driving test?
Once someone completes their requirements they may schedule to take a driving test at The Driver License Division or with a Third Party Road Skills Tester.
All road tests are done by appointment only.
You may schedule a Road Skills Test with the DLD on their online scheduler at dld.utah.gov.
A list of Third Party Testers may be found on the DLD website here:
dld.utah.gov/driver-education or here.
Most Third Party Testers charge between $40 and $60 for a road skills test.
Can I take the Road Skills Test at The Driving School?
The Driving School is NOT allowed to test anyone who has received education or training with The Driving School.
We may test any non-student of The Driving School.
Do you offer the Road Skills Test in Spanish?
We have one instructor who knows some limited Spanish who will be able to administer the test to any Spanish speakers.
¿Ofrecen el examen de habilidades viales en español?
Contamos con un instructor que sabe algo de español y que podrá administrar el examen a cualquier hispanohablante. Puede programar un viaje con él viniendo a nuestra oficina o enviándonos un correo electrónico a: [email protected]
Are there any resources for parents to help teach their teens how to drive?
Zero Fatalities has some great resources for parents teaching their teens to drive. Their page includes some videos, manuals, and a driving log app. Link: https://zerofatalities.com/learner-permit/
Is it true I don’t need to take a driver education course if I am 19 and older?
Correct; if you are 19 and older, you do not need to take a driver education course to obtain your Utah driver license.
However, if do not have a previous state or country driver license or you have not completed a driver education, you will be required to pass a written knowledge test, carry a Utah learner permit for 90 days, complete 40 hours of driving (10 hours after sunset), and pass a driving skills test.
You may skip the 90 waiting period by instead completing a Driver Education course. You will then need to pass a Road Skills Test at The Driver License Division or with a Third Party Tester.