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Driver Education
This fully narrated supplemental drivers ed program will help will provide first-time drivers a comprehensive understanding of rules of the road, state laws, driving techniques and much more. Although this course does not satisfy your Rhode Island drivers education requirements, this course is a great way for a first-time driver to get prepared for their upcoming learner's permit test.
This course includes six hours of full driver ed training giving the student a full multimedia learning experience. The student will have access to eight of the premier driver education videos and, finally, the student will test his or her knowledge with three permit practice tests. Once completed, the student will be ready to pass his or her test with flying colors.
Driver education classes in Rhode Island are mandatory for all drivers younger than 18. In the short term, they may seem like a hassle that infringes upon your free time. But, the classes educate you on the rules of the road and benefit your safety.
Registering for Driver Education
All of the state's driver education classes are administered through the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI). Classes are taught in most high schools throughout the state and at six campus locations.
Driver education classes are offered on an ongoing basis. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Many classes reach their maximum enrollment fast, so registering far in advance is strongly recommended. Classes cost $75 and take 33 hours to complete.
To enroll in a driver education course, you must be at least 15 years old and 10 months by the day of the first class. If you are younger, you will not be admitted―nor will your money be refunded.
Enrollment Methods
You can easily enroll at any nearby high school through the usual class registration process. If you are unfamiliar with how this works, call the high school for instructions. If you opt to take the driver education class on one of CCRI's campuses, you must enroll by mail, fax, or in person.
Fax
You must fax a completed Driver Education Application Form along with a $75 credit card payment to (401) 825-1116.
In Person
You can enroll at any Lifelong Learning Office at any of CCRI's campus locations. You can pay the $75 class fee by money order, check, or credit card.
Send a completed Driver Education Application Form and a $75 payment by check, money order, or credit card to:
- CCRI Division for Lifelong Learning
- Attn: Driver Education Program
- 400 East Ave.
- Warwick, RI 02886
Contact Information
If you have questions about Rhode Island driver education courses, you can contact the Driver Education Program via email at drivered@ccri.edu or by phone at (401) 825-2182.
