5 Hr Pre-Licensing
$80DMV-approved course that gives you the knowledge you need as a new driver. Earn your MV-278 certificate, required to schedule your road test.
The 5-Hour Pre-Licensing course is a required educational program that gives new drivers the knowledge and skills needed to pass the DMV road test. It is administered by a certified Curve Driving School instructor and covers driving laws and regulations, safe driving techniques, vehicle control and awareness, and other essential topics. When you complete the course, you receive a Pre-Licensing Course Certificate (MV-278), which you must bring to your road test to turn in to the license examiner.
This is a small investment that can save you a significant amount of money in the long run. The knowledge and skills you gain help you become a safe driver, can reduce your insurance costs, and may even open up better employment opportunities.
What the course covers
You are introduced to Driver's License Law and the process for obtaining a license, review defensive driving techniques, and become aware of the safety measures involved in operating a vehicle. Our qualified and experienced instructors walk you through each topic so you're prepared to pass your road test on time.
How long it takes
The course typically lasts five hours. It is made up of a classroom portion and a road test portion. The classroom portion covers defensive driving, basic traffic laws, and other key topics related to operating a vehicle safely. The road test portion gives you the chance to put that knowledge into practice with an instructor present, assessing your ability to follow traffic rules and practice safe driving habits.
Is this course enough?
The five-hour pre-licensing course is an important step toward obtaining your driver's license. It provides essential knowledge and helps ensure you are properly prepared to operate a vehicle safely. It is a preparatory course so you can revise everything you've learned and apply it during the test. Completing it makes passing the DMV road test and receiving your license far easier.