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Virginia-Driving-Lessons-Your-Road-to-a-Safe-License

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Virginia-Driving-Lessons-Your-Road-to-a-Safe-License

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  1. Virginia Driving Lessons: Your Road to a Safe License Embark on your journey to becoming a confident and safe driver in Virginia. This presentation will guide you through the essential steps and requirements to obtain your driver's license.

  2. Why Driver Education Matters in Virginia Build Core Skills Mandatory for Teens Promote Safety Over 36 classroom hours and 7 behind-the-wheel sessions build essential safe driving skills. Completion is required for teens under 18 to get a Virginia driver’s license. Develops lifelong habits to reduce crashes and significantly improve overall road safety.

  3. The 90-Minute Parent/Student Presentation Mandated by Virginia law since 2022 (Senate Bill 78). • Covers teen driving restrictions, dangers of impaired driving, and safe habits. Parents and teens must attend together or submit a Parent Opt-Out Form. Sessions are offered in-person or online depending on your location, providing flexibility for families.

  4. Classroom Driver Education Overview Comprehensive Curriculum Crucial Topics Certification Includes vital subjects like distracted driving, effects of alcohol, and safe road sharing practices. Completion earns the official Driver Education Certificate of Completion (DEC-1 card), a key step towards licensing. 36 sessions, each 50 minutes long, covering traffic laws, vehicle control, and risk management.

  5. Behind-the-Wheel Training & Practice 7 driving sessions plus 7 observation sessions with a certified instructor. Students must complete 45 hours of supervised driving practice, with 15 hours after sunset. • Parent or guardian certifies practice hours before licensing, ensuring adequate experience.

  6. Learner’s Permit & Licensing Requirements Permit Holding Period Age Requirement Hold a learner’s permit for a minimum of 9 months before qualifying for a full license. Must be at least 15 years, 6 months old to begin the classroom portion of driver education. Parental Sign-Off Testing Parent/guardian must sign off on supervised driving practice hours and all completion certificates. Pass comprehensive knowledge, vision, and practical road skills tests.

  7. Special Notes for Virginia Residents • Home-schooled students can enroll in approved online driver education courses. • Driver privilege cards are available for eligible non-U.S. citizens meeting specific criteria. A temporary 180-day provisional license is issued after successfully passing the road test and fulfilling all requirements.

  8. Resources & Support for Virginia Driving Students Virginia DMV Website 45-Hour Parent/Teen Driving Guide Approved Online Courses Your go-to source for detailed licensing steps, approved schools, and comprehensive driver education information. Flexible online driver education courses officially approved by the Virginia Department of Education. An invaluable resource designed to support parents in effectively coaching supervised driving practice hours.

  9. Ready to Drive Safely? Start Your Virginia Driving Lessons Today! Enroll Now Attend Presentation Find and enroll in a state-approved driver education program. Ensure you and your teen attend the mandatory 90-minute parent/student presentation. Complete Training Earn Your License Successfully complete classroom, behind-the-wheel, and supervised practice requirements. Gain your Virginia driver’s license with confidence and a strong foundation in safe driving!

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