DMV-Approved course
Our course is fully approved by the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), a part of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR), to meet all driver education requirements for new motorists. Designed to teach safe driving, it prepares teens to succeed on their permit test and become responsible drivers.
Meets State Standards for Minor Permits
Our online program meets the state-mandated 30-hour driver education requirement for teens under 16 before applying for a Minor Permit. It provides essential knowledge of traffic laws, defensive driving and safe driving practices to prepare motorists for success.
Trusted Expertise from AAA Driver Training
With over 100 years of expertise, AAA is a trusted leader in traffic safety. The curriculum blends expert knowledge with practical driving skills, ensuring students gain the necessary foundation for responsible driving.
About the Course
This state-approved online driver education course is designed for teens, covering key topics such as traffic laws, safe driving and defensive driving. It fulfills Colorado's 30-hour classroom requirement for learner's permit applicants and allows students to learn at their own pace.
This course contains 19 lesson modules addressing important safety topics for new motorists. Each chapter ends with a short quiz to help students master course material.
Students must pass a 25-question, multiple-choice exam before earning a Minor Permit. AAA Driver Training ensures students are prepared for their permit test and the responsibilities of driving.
How It Works
Follow these steps to complete your training and obtain your permit:
- Minors ages 15 to 16 must pre-register for a Colorado permit before starting a 30-hour driver education course.
- After pre-registration, you'll receive a confirmation with a pre-registration code. Enter the code and upload the confirmation document when prompted. The code will be validated before starting the course.
- Complete a driver education course.
- After completing the course, take your completion certificate, identification documents and a signed Affidavit of Liability to your local DMV.
- Take a vision test and a knowledge test based on the Colorado DMV Handbook. If you pass, you'll pay the required fee and receive your permit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum age to apply for a learner's permit in Colorado?
In Colorado, you must be at least 14 1/2 to start driver's education and at least 15 to apply for a learner's permit.
What is the pre-registration process for Colorado Driver's Ed?
Minors ages 15 to 16 must pre-register for a Colorado permit before starting the 30-hour driver education course. Students receive a confirmation email with a pre-registration code, which must be validated before beginning the course.
How long does the online driver education course take?
The course consists of 19 modules and takes a minimum of 30 hours to complete. You can progress at your own pace, ensuring flexibility in your learning experience.
Is this course approved?
Yes, this course is DMV-approved and meets Colorado's requirements for teens to learn safe driving practices before applying for a learner's permit. Developed by AAA Driver Training, a trusted leader in road safety with over 100 years of experience, this course ensures expert instruction for new drivers.
When will I receive my certificate of completion?
Your certificate of completion will be available in your course dashboard five days after finishing the driver education course. You can download and print it at that time. If you need the certificate immediately, you can upgrade to instant digital delivery for an additional fee.
What topics does the course cover?
The course is a comprehensive program that covers traffic laws, road signs, traffic signals, speed limits, defensive driving, safe driving habits, driving under the influence, emergency response, vehicle operation and more. It prepares students for both the DMV written test and real-world driving.