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Step-by-Step Guide to obtaining CA License
(Ages between 15 1/2 and 17 1/2)
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1

YOU finish CA approved Drivers Education

 Sign-Up for Drivers Ed
2

WE send you Certificate of Completion in the mail.

 See a sample of this certificate (OL 237)
3

YOU must be at least 15 ½ years old & enroll in a Driving School for 6-hour behind the wheel training.

  
4

DRIVING SCHOOL provides you with an Enrollment Certificate
Proof of enrollment in driver training: your local driving school can provide you with a copy of DMV form OL 392. (Your first driver training lesson cannot begin until after you obtain your learners permit)

 See a sample of this certificate (OL 392)
5

YOU fill out the DMV application form (DL 44)
Obtain your parents' or guardians' signatures on the application form.
Take both certificates (OL237 & OL392) to a DMV and pass the written exam.
Present an acceptable birth date/legal presence document.
DMV issues you a Learners Permit

DL 44 application is not available online. You have to get it at a DMV.

Free written test samples
6

YOU complete 6-hours behind-the-wheel training

  
7

DRIVING SCHOOL issues a completion certificate

 See a sample of this certificate (OL 238)
8

If YOU are at least 16 years old and had your permit for at least 6 months, Congratulations! You are now ready for the DMV drive test.

  
9

YOU pass the drive test and DMV will issue a CA Drivers License. Please drive safely.

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Golden State Drivers Ed Course
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• Price: $29.99
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Certificate of Completion
After you complete this online CA drivers education course, we’ll send your DMV-recognized Certificate of Completion within one business day of your final exam.
CA Drivers License Instructions
1. Be at least 15½ years old
2. Take DMV-approved drivers ed
3. Get an official Certificate of Completion
4. Enroll in behind-the-wheel training
5. Get an official Certificate of Enrollment
6. Pass the California DMV Instruction Permit test