1. Obtain Your Permit at the DLD
Before you can start behind-the-wheel driving lessons, you must have your learner's permit. To receive the permit, you must be at least 15 years old and pass the written test at the DLD or schedule directly with Ms. Wenger to take the permit test at South Summit High School.
2. Complete the Online Driver Ed Course
You must first purchase the AAA Utah How to Drive online course ($50) on this website. After payment, your Welcome Letter will include a link to create an account on the Utah AAA How to Drive site.
Students must register and pay before starting. For details, see our FAQ - Online Driver Ed Class.
3. Complete Your Behind-the-Wheel Lessons -
Learn to drive from a state-certified driving instructor who is patient and experienced at teaching teens how to drive. The cost of the Behind the Wheel lessons is $131.25. Our 12-hour behind-the-wheel program gives you a variety of driving experiences in a controlled, safe environment. You'll learn all the skills needed to be a safe, defensive driver with six hours of behind-the-wheel driving lessons and six hours of in-car observation.
Once you register, you will be able to schedule your drive times online. We require a waiting period between driving lessons so you can practice the skills you learned. The state requires you to practice driving 40 hours (10 at night) with your parent/guardian. You can sign up for the first 2 drives anytime during the AAA course work but the remaining drives require completion of the AAA online course and a minimum of 25 practice hours. Please down load the Road Ready app to log your hours. Your parent/guardian must sign when you get your driver's license that you have completed this requirement.
4. Take the Road Skills Test
After you have completed all your driving hours, one of our instructors will give you the road test. You must score 80% or higher to pass, and your score will be recorded in the DLD database.
You can take the test one time at South Summit High School.
