California Drivers Ed Online

• DMV-Approved for California Driver’s License Requirements – This course fulfills the California DMV’s 30-hour driver education requirement for teens under 18. Completing this program is the first step toward earning your learner’s permit and becoming a safe, responsible driver.

• Learn at Your Own Pace – 100% Online – Our self-paced course allows you to study whenever and wherever you like. There’s no need to sit in a classroom—you can complete the program from the comfort of your home, on any mobile device or computer.

• Comprehensive, Engaging Content – The course is divided into 11 units, covering everything from California traffic laws to defensive driving techniques. Each unit includes a quiz to reinforce your learning, and you can retake the quizzes and final exam as many times as needed to pass.

• Earn Your DMV Certificate of Completion – Once you pass the final exam, we’ll mail your official DMV Certificate of Completion to the address provided during registration. This certificate is required to take the written test for your learner’s permit at the DMV.

California Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) System

1. Provisional Instruction Permit (Age 15½+)

• To apply for a provisional instruction permit, teens must:
• Be at least 15½ years old.
• Complete a DMV-approved driver’s education course (such as DMVEdu’s online course).
• Pass a written knowledge test and vision test at the DMV.
• Restrictions:
• Teens must be accompanied by a licensed adult (age 25+) while driving.
• The permit must be held for at least 6 months before applying for a provisional license.

2. Provisional Driver’s License (Age 16+)

• To apply for a provisional driver’s license, teens must:
• Be at least 16 years old.
• Complete 50 hours of supervised driving practice (10 of these hours must be at night).
• Pass a behind-the-wheel driving test at the DMV.
• Restrictions:
• No driving between 11 PM and 5 AM for the first year unless accompanied by a licensed driver age 25 or older, or for school/work purposes.
• No passengers under age 20 for the first year unless accompanied by a licensed driver age 25 or older.

3. Full Driver’s License (Age 18+)

• At age 18, or after holding a provisional license for at least 12 months without violations, teens can obtain a full, unrestricted driver’s license.
• The night driving and passenger restrictions are lifted at this stage.

The GDL system helps ensure that young drivers develop their skills gradually in a controlled environment, reducing risks on the road. California’s GDL laws are strictly enforced to enhance road safety for both new drivers and the public.

How Does the California Driver’s Ed Online Course Work?

Our California Driver’s Ed course is simple, flexible, and designed to meet the needs of busy teens. Here’s what you can expect:

Timed, State-Approved Course

California law requires that driver education include a minimum of 30 hours of instruction. Our program is timed to comply with this requirement, but there’s no maximum time limit to complete it—study at your own pace!

Unit Quizzes and Final Exam

• The course is divided into 11 units, each followed by a short quiz.
• You must score at least 70% on each quiz to move to the next unit.
• Once you finish all units, you’ll take a 30-question final exam, requiring a minimum score of 70% to pass.
• Quizzes and the final exam can be retaken as many times as needed.

Certificate of Completion

After passing the final exam, your DMV Certificate of Completion will be mailed to you. This certificate is required to take the written permit test at the DMV.

California Driver’s Ed Online – Trusted Across the State

We proudly serve students across California, from Los Angeles to San Diego, Bakersfield to Chico, and everywhere in between. Wherever you’re located, our DMV-approved online Driver’s Ed course makes it easy to meet your requirements for a driver’s license, learner’s permit, or traffic school.

Why DMVEdu is a Top Choice for California Teens

• Certified by the California DMV for driver’s ed and traffic school.
• Trusted by students across California for its easy-to-follow, online format.
• Flexible, convenient, and affordable—perfect for busy teens.
• Includes tools to help you practice for your DMV learner’s permit test.

FAQs About California Driver’s Ed Online

Is this course DMV-approved?

Yes! DMVEdu’s online Driver’s Ed course is fully certified by the California DMV to meet the 30-hour driver education requirement for teens.

How long do I have to complete the course?

There’s no time limit to complete the course, but California law requires you to spend a minimum of 30 hours on the program.

What happens after I complete the course?

We’ll mail your official DMV Certificate of Completion, which you’ll need to take your written permit test at the DMV.