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Member Only: How to Drive Online Course

Learn at your own pace, anytime

This package includes AAA's How to Drive Online Course. State-approved by California for novice driver education and built for teens working toward their license.

AAA membership is required to access this course. If you haven't joined yet, you can explore and compare AAA membership plans on the AAA membership page.

AAA Member Price $49.95

This course is available to AAA members only. Membership eligibility is confirmed at checkout.

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Online, at your own pace. Log in from any phone, tablet or computer and work through the course whenever it suits your teen's schedule.
State-approved. Meets all California requirements for novice driver education and licensing.
Certificate by mail. Your completion certificate is sent first class and typically arrives within 7 to 10 business days.

What's in the online course

30-hour online driver education course

In California, teens under 17½ must finish a state-approved driver education course before they can apply for a learner's permit and start behind-the-wheel training.

What your teen will learn

  • 14 training units covering 30 hours of instruction.
  • Video, simulations and interactive exercises.
  • California rules of the road, traffic signs and right-of-way.
  • Sharing the road, defensive driving, and the dangers of distracted and impaired driving.

From course to permit

  • You have 180 days to complete the course.
  • Score 80% or higher on the final exam to earn your certificate.
  • Bring the certificate to the DMV when you apply for a learner's permit and take the knowledge test.
  • Once the permit is issued, your teen can start behind-the-wheel lessons.
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