Although West Virginia doesn't require you to complete any driver education courses or special training, the state does place certain requirements on those trying to obtain driver's licenses.

Top Learner's Permit

If you are younger than 18, you must have completed 30 hours of driving time recorded on a log sheet, or you must present a driver education course completion card, before you can get your license.

You must also have your learner's permit for a total of 180 infraction-free days and be at least 16 years old. For example, if you obtain your learner's permit one week after you turn 15, you still have to wait until you turn 16 to get your driver's license.

If you 18 or older, you must have a valid learner's permit for 30 days before applying for your driver's license.

Driver education courses are offered in most high schools, and you can find listings for commercial agencies that offer the courses in the Yellow Pages.

Top Train Yourself

There are several ways to help educate and train yourself both before and after you obtain your driver's license. Once you have your learner's permit you're allowed to practice driving if you are accompanied by another licensed driver who is 21 or older.

Take advantage of the opportunity to practice driving with someone you know and trust―you'll be less likely to be nervous.

Other good ideas include downloading the West Virginia Driver Licensing Handbook or picking up a copy at your local Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office, and taking the practice driver license exams.

Remember, obtaining your driver's license doesn't make you an expert driver―accidents can happen to anyone at anytime. Check out our Teen Drivers section for helpful tips that apply to all drivers.

Our content is updated based on input from users like you. Help make it better!