Driver Ed FAQ

After successfully completing 30 hours of classroom and the written knowledge test with at least an 80%, the student may schedule their behind-the-wheel lessons. 

Taking driver education classes does not guarantee an excellency in driving. Driver education is an introductory course for learning to drive. We at 605 Learn To Drive teach safety first. Most students finish the driver education course with a better understanding of what it takes to drive safely. After the required SD state law of 6 hours of driving in a driver education course we suggest taking additional driving lessons with an instructor to further expand on the student's ability to handle the car and driving routes more comfortably. SD requires individuals with a learner's permit to have an additional 50 hours of driving with a parent or guardian before proceeding to the next stage of the graduated driver license. At 605 Learn To Drive we feel an ADDITIONAL 6-20 hours of driving with a certified instructor improves the newly licensed driver in the long run. 6 hours for the majority of students is not enough time to gain enough experience in driving without the extra practice with an instructor and the safety equipment in the driver education vehicle.  

South Dakota requires 30 hours of classroom and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel lessons. Class availability and student flexibility determine the time it takes. We do strive to have all lessons completed in 8 weeks or less. 

Yes. Once you have completed the 30 hours of class and successfully passed the written knowledge test with an 80% or higher, you can schedule your driving lessons through our website. 

If a class is missed, reschedule with a future classroom available time. 

No permit is required to take the driver ed class. The student must be at least 14 years old by the first day of class. 

TEENS: To obtain a permit:

Be at least 14 years of age.

Take a knowledge test(or successfully complete a state-approved driver education course)

Hold the permit for a minimum of 275 days(or 180 days if successfully completed a state-approved driver education course)

With instruction permit, driving under the supervision of a licensed adult is required. 

After the required number of days you can apply for a Restricted Minor's Permit if conviction free of any traffic violations in the last 6 months. You must pass a driving test or have successfully completed a state-approved driver education course. 

To get your full operator's license: 

Be at least 16 years old

Meet all conditions of the Instruction Permit

Have driven on a Restricted Minor's Permit for at least 6 months

Have driven conviction-free for 6 months

Have a parent or guardian's written approval. 

ADULTS: 

Be at least 18 years old

Have completed a state approved driver education course successfully OR taken the written exam at the DMV office and successfully pass the driving test at the DMV office.

You must be at least 14 by the first day of the driver education class. 

The completion depends on age, scheduling flexibility and instructor availability. Typically, each student  is done with the classroom portion and behind-the-wheel lessons within eight weeks. 

A permit or temporary license is NOT required to start the driver education course.  

Cars are equipped with a dual control brake AND gas pedal on the instructor's side. Extra wide rear-view mirror is used for the driver. Instructor has 2 rear-view cameras installed on the right and left side of the vehicle. Car has a right-sided blind spot sensor. Roof has a "student driver" pyramid sign. Sides and rear of car have magnetic student driver signs. 

If you fail to show up for a lesson or do not cancel or reschedule on our website at least 24 hours in advance, you will be charged a $50 late cancellation fee. 

There are no refunds. Multiple attempts are provided if a student does not pass on the first try. 

This depends on your scheduling flexibility and instructor availability. You can take one 3-hour behind-the-wheel lesson each day and schedule up to 3 driving lessons in advance.

Log into your student account on our website. Choose an available time. 

No, you are covered under our commercial insurance during all behind-the-wheel training. 

No, our vehicles have safety features (passenger brake and gas, passenger mirror, rearview side cameras, dashcam, student driver signs, etc) that don't come in standard cars. Due to insurance reasons we use our company car only. 

Yes, the instructor is licensed by the State of South Dakota to teach classroom and behind-the-wheel training to all age groups. 

Should you need to reschedule a lesson, you may do so by logging into your account on our website. You must cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a $50 late cancellation fee. 

Absolutely! We encourage students to book their behind-the-wheel lessons with friends. 2 students at a time is a great combination. 

A minimum of 2 students is required for behind-the-wheel lessons. We encourage students to book sessions with friends. If only one student is scheduled dashcams will be used for recording the session. 

Our scheduling software lets you see all available driving lessons and who is teaching them. We currently have 1 instructor for all lessons. 

Our scheduling software lets you see all available driving lessons. We currently have 1 instructor at this time. 

We use customized lesson plans for each behind-the-wheel lesson because our lessons aren't for everyone--they are for YOU! Each lesson is precise for your needs. 

Pick-up and drop-offs are only available on a case by case basis. We typically do not offer these services due to limited availability with the instructor. Please call if you have questions. 

You can start driving lessons anytime if you have a valid learner permit (passed the written knowledge exam at the driver licensing station) or have a valid driver's license. You can schedule driving lessons on our website once you have registered and paid the deposit or full balance. If you are under 18 without a permit or driver license, you must complete the driver ed classroom portion with passing of at least 80% on the written knowledge test before starting the behind-the-wheel lessons.