Effective January 1, 2007 there will be new requirements for class D driver's licenses

To get a Class D driver's license at age sixteen (16):

• You must have completed a driver education course approved by the Department of Driver Services and
• You also must have completed a cumulative total of at least forty (40) hours of other supervised driving experience, including at least six (6) hours at night.

If you have not completed an approved driver's education course, you cannot get your Class D driver's license until you reach age seventeen (17). Remember, forty (40) hour of driving experience, including six (6) hours of driving at night, is always required for a Class D driver's license.

Attention Parents!

As you may be aware, the Georgia Legislature has enacted a law that requires teenagers to complete a driver education course prior to receiving a license.  The law becomes effective on January 1, 2007.

The classroom portion of the course may be completed online and the actual hands on driving experience can be supervised and documented by the parents.  To facilitate completion of the online portion of the course, beginning in January 2007, a computer lab at Jasper County High School will be accessible to students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m.   Of course, it is your option to have your child complete the modules at home.  Be advised that there is a $35 fee for accessing the online portion.  Upon payment, the participant will receive a login code for the on line training system. Parents and students are encouraged to visit the website below for additional information.  

www.georgiadrivereducation.com

This is a Licensed Driver Training School; We look forward to contributing to your driving success and keeping you collision free!   Experienced driver education teachers will monitor your progress and provide you with assistance when you need help.

This 30 hour driver education course is divided in 10 modules in which you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of driving situations and learn how to minimize driving risks by effectively managing visibility, time, space, and available tire traction.

As you know, driving is an essential life skill; and you, as a good driver, can contribute positively to the driving world.  This course allows you to work at your own pace to gain a solid understanding of the essential traffic safety concepts.  The only thing standing between you and success is effort.

If you have any questions or require help during your course studies, a teacher will be there to assist you.  To contact your teacher use the 'Send Message' option in your tools menu, this will automatically alert your teacher that you require his/her assistance.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a classroom completion certificate.

To be eligible for a Class D driver’s license at age sixteen (16), you will not only need to successfully complete this course but you will also have to:
      - be at least 16 years old;
      - hold your learner's license for 12 months and 1 day from its issuance
      - pass an eye and a driving test
      - have a Georgia DDS Certificate of Attendance form that is signed and notarized from your school
      - have the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (ADAP) card
      - have completed a cumulative total of at least forty (40) hours of other supervised driving experience,
        including at least six (6) hours at night

A 40-hour parent/teen driving guide is available at the Georgia Department Of DRIVER SERVICES to help your parents with this very important task.

If you have your parents' permission, your next step is to register for the course (18 year olds do not require parent permission to enroll).   When enrolling, read all instructions carefully to help guide you through the registration process. To register NOW, click Student Registration, OR you may register at any time by using the Registration/Payment button on the Home page menu.

For more information on Teen Drivers and requirements for a learners and drivers license contact: http://www.dds.ga.gov/ (Georgia Department of Driver Services