The 5 hour Pre-license Course:

• Must be completed by all permit holders in order to schedule a road test appointment.
• Is a DMV-approved, standardized classroom course which provides knowledge you will need as a new driver.
• It is designed to provide information necessary for safe driving.

At the end of the class:

• You will be issued an MV-278 certificate which is needed to schedule a road test appointment.
• You must bring this certificate together with your original photo permit on your road test date.
• The certificate is valid for one year from the date it is issued.
• If the certificate expires, you must complete the course again to receive another certificate required to schedule a road test.

NOTE:

• If you complete a high school or college driver education course, you do not need a Pre-licensing Course Certificate.
• You will receive a Student Certificate of Completion (MV-285) instead of an MV-278. A Student Certificate of Completion is valid for two years.
• You must have one of these certificates to schedule your road test and bring to your road test appointment.