Pennsylvania Drivers Education FAQs

Questions about Online Drivers Education in Pennsylvania (FAQs)

Course Information

Course Information

1. How do I get my Pennsylvania learners permit?

You need to be a minimum of 15 years of age, and must complete a state-approved Pennsylvania drivers ed course. Your parents need to complete the DL-180TD consent form, and you’ll need to provide proof of identity. To get your permit, you’ll also have to pass a vision test and a written knowledge test.

2. How does I Drive Safely’s Pennsylvania online drivers ed course work?

Our Pennsylvania online teen drivers ed program is a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)-mandated 30 hours long. The information in our course is separated into 8 chapters, each covering a single Pennsylvania driving topic. After you complete each chapter, there’s a 10-question multiple-choice quiz for you to take. Finally, you’ll take a final exam – you may retake the final at no additional cost, as many times as you need to pass.

3. Does your online drivers ed course meet PennDOT requirements?

Yes. Our 30-hour course is PennDOT approved and meets all the requirements needed to obtain your Pennsylvania learners permit.

Pennsylvania Learners Permit and Drivers License Information

Pennsylvania Learners Permit and Drivers License Information

1. Where can I go to get my Pennsylvania learners permit?

We recommend scheduling an appointment. Please visit PennDot’s Teen Driver’s Info Center and select “Schedule Your Driver’s Test” or call (800) 423-5542 between the hours of 8:00 a.m and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays. Or if you prefer, you can simply go to your nearest driver license center.

2. What do I need to do to get my Pennsylvania Junior drivers license?

You’ll need to be 16 years old, have your learners permit for at least 6 months, and you’ll need to have completed at least 50 hours of behind-the-wheel driving practice. You can schedule your road test at your local Penn Department of Transportation driver license center.

3. What’s the difference between a Pennsylvania Junior drivers license and a regular drivers license?

With a junior license, you are only allowed to drive alone between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. (with some possible exceptions; please call PennDOT at (800) 932-4600 for more information). You automatically upgrade to a regular drivers license upon turning 18.

4. I have more questions – who can I talk to?

We’re always here to help! We have a dedicated Customer Support team that’s available 7 days a week by phone or email.