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Eligibility Requirements for NC Teen Driving Program
Students who are at least 14½ years old and are pursuing a high school diploma or GED can enroll in this approved driver education course.
Driver education courses consist of two phases:
- 30 hours of instruction and an eye exam
- 6 hours of behind-the-wheel
Upon completion, students will receive a Driver Education Certificate. This allows them to apply for a level one Limited Learner Permit, the first level of North Carolina's graduated licensing process for drivers under age 18.
Eligibility Requirements for Adults Driving Education
Any individual of 18 years of age or older are required to have a valid NC Learners Permit in order to take any Behind The Wheel (on-the-road) driving classes.
NC Driver's Handbook (English)
NC Driver's Handbook (English)
NC Driver's Handbook (English)