WHAT IS INCLUDED IN DRIVER'S EDUCATION?
  • 2 hour parent/guardian class, attended by at least one parent (certificate valid for 5 years)
  • 30 hours of classroom instruction divided into 15 2-hour modules. 
  • 12 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction
  • 6 hours of on-the-road observation
  • Online scheduling for driving lessons
  • $15 RMV fee for certification
HOW OLD MUST DO I HAVE TO BE TO TAKE DRIVERS EDUCATION?

15 years and 9 months on the first day of instruction.

DO I NEED A LEARNER’S PERMIT BEFORE I START DRIVERS EDUCATION?

No. However, you must have your permit in hand for all behind-the-wheel driving lessons and observations. Click here to learn more about getting your permit.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR DRIVER EDUCATION?

We have three convenient ways to register:

  • Register online, or
  • In person at CCHS, 500 Walden St in Concord. Our office is located by Dining Commons, or
  • Call the Adult & Community Education office at 978-318-1432.
DO YOU OFFER FINANCIAL AID?
We have limited scholarship available. Click here to fill out an application. We will work with your family to set up a payment plan that meets your needs for the balance.
WHEN CAN I START DRIVING LESSONS?

Once you have your learner’s permit, have completed at least Module 1 of the classroom portion, and a parent/guardian has completed the parent class you can begin scheduling appointments. 

HOW DO I MAKE DRIVING APPOINTMENTS?

Once you get your permit, contact Rebecca or Jill with your permit number and the issue date so we can set up your account.

You will log in to Schedule2Drive with your permit number and date of birth.

WHERE SHOULD I MEET THE DRIVERS ED CAR?

All lessons start and end at CCHS. We will be waiting at the curb by the Dining Commons. Please be prompt and look for our cars – they are white with maroon lettering on the side and have yellow sign on top.

WHAT IF I MISS A MODULE FROM CLASS?

You need to make up the actual class missed (Module 1-15), as each class covers a distinct curriculum so contact Rebecca or Jill to find out when that module is offered again.

HOW DO I CANCEL A DRIVING APPOINTMENT?

Log on to www.Schedule2Drive.com to cancel your appointment.

If, for any reason, you are unable to make a driving appointment, you may contact another student to substitute. If you must cancel, cancellation must be before 1 pm on the weekday before the driving lesson or, in the case of a weekend or Monday appointments, 1 pm on Friday. Failure to cancel on time results in a fee of $52 for a weekday lesson or $62.50 for a weekend/holiday drive.

**When you cancel a lesson less than 24 hours before it was scheduled to start through Schedule2Drive, an alert is sent to all students about a last-minute opening. No matter how late it is, we highly recommend you try this – you might get lucky and have someone take your open spot!

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE DRIVERS EDUCATION?

You have two years from the date you first attend class according to the RMV’s policy. We encourage you to complete the coursework and driving requirements in one year.

WHEN CAN I GET MY LICENSE?

You must have your permit for six months without any infractions, meet all the requirements for driver education, have a Driver Education Certificate processed by the RMV, and pass a road test.

HOW DO I SCHEDULE A ROAD TEST?

Once we have sent your certificate to the RMV, you should be able to log in to their system 7-10 days later to schedule your test. 

CAN I USE THE DRIVERS ED CAR FOR MY ROAD TEST?

Yes!

If you want us to sponsor your test (Leominster, Watertown, or Wilmington locations) with a school car, we can do so for a fee of $125*.

Road tests are scheduled weekdays between 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. During the school year, please schedule your test between 9:00 am – 1:00 pm if you would like us to sponsor you. We plan for two hours for each road test, including travel to the RMV, the test, and a return to CCHS. After you book your road test, contact Rebecca or Jill immediately with the date, time and location so that we can reserve a car and schedule a teacher-sponsor for you. *

WHAT FEES ARE CHARGED BY THE RMV?
  • Permit test $30
  • Driver education certificate $15 (included in your Driver Education tuition)
  • Road test appointment $35
  • Driver’s license $50