Drivers Education

2024 FALL DRIVERS ED CLASS IS FULL

Our current Fall class is underway. Our next class will start in February, with signups starting the first week of January after the holiday break. We will also have a session that starts in May. Please check back here for more information and to sign up. Thanks

Montana's school districts offer quality state-approved driver education that includes traffic safety, parent/guardian involvement, and Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL). The Traffic Education Unit approves instructors and school-based programs to ensure Montana standards and requirements are met.  Teens who successfully complete a state-approved driver education course in Montana have at least:

  • 60 hours of traffic education instruction including 6 hours of behind-the-wheel in-traffic instruction.

  • A minimum of 25 days of instruction taught by a state-approved traffic educator.

  • The opportunity to study for and take the Learner License knowledge exam and receive a Learner License during the traffic education course.

  • Online driver education courses are not approved.

Montana Driver Manual
Montana Driver Manual - Click here to download the most recent version of the Montana Driver Manual

Drivers Education Links
MVD Appointment Scheduling - Click here to make appointment to receive your restrictive license.
GDL Factsheet and Driving Log - Click here to download the log sheet to track your supervised driving.
What To Take To DMV - Ready for your restrictive license?  Click here to find out what to take with you to drivers license station.
Montana Department of Transportation

Montana Traveler Information
Montana Road Conditions and Cameras
Montana OPI Drivers Education Program

Contact Information

Mr. VanNess
cell: 406.260.3982
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