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How does online drivers ed work? |
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It’s simple. Create an account by choosing a username and password. As soon as you submit proof of your homeschooled status and your payment, we’ll send out your Minnesota drivers ed course materials so you can get started as soon as possible.
Once you receive the Minnesota packet from us, you can take the course whenever you like and go at your own pace. Doesn’t that sound better than spending your weekends in a classroom?
At the end of the course, there’ll be a final exam that you take a home. You can mail or fax the exam to us, and when we receive it, we’ll mail out your Certificate of Completion within one business day. Shipment by USPS First Class Mail is free, but you can always upgrade your certificate’s delivery method if you want.
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Who must take Minnesota drivers education? |
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If you’re between the ages of 15 and 18 and planning to obtain a Minnesota learners permit, you’ll need to complete a DPS-approved drivers education course. |
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Does the DriversEd.com course satisfy DPS requirements? |
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Our course satisfies the DPS drivers education requirement only for teens who are 100% homeschooled. Our course is DPS-approved and is equivalent to the regular 30-hour in-class drivers education course. |
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Why is the Minnesota course only for homeschooled students? |
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The Minnesota state legislature has not yet authorized online or correspondence drivers education for non-homeschooled students. Several other states have made online drivers education available to all teens, and hopefully, Minnesota will soon join this growing trend. |
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Why is the Minnesota course available only as a book and not online? |
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Unlike many other states, the Minnesota state legislature has not yet authorized online drivers education. |
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What proof do I need to show that I am a homeschooled student? |
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Students must currently be enrolled in a homeschooled program approved by their school division superintendent and cannot attend a public or private high school. Before you can make a payment for the course, you’ll be prompted to mail or fax the following to us:
- This information form, and
- A letter from the superintendent of the school district in which you live stating that you are a full-time homeschooled student.
DriversEd.com Attn:
Minnesota Home Study Course
P.O. Box 209
Oakland CA 94604
Fax: (877) 922-0230
As soon as we receive your form and proof of homeschooling, we’ll update your account and send you a quick confirmation email. You can then complete payment, after which, we’ll mail out your book so you can get started on your drivers education as soon as possible. |
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What is the difference between drivers education and drivers training? |
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Drivers Education: a course that teaches you the rules of the road, vehicle safety, and everything that you need to know before you get behind the wheel for the first time. In Minnesota, every new driver under 18 years old must take a 30-hour drivers education course. DriversEd.com provides a DPS-approved Minnesota drivers education course for homeschooled students.
Drivers Training: the behind-the-wheel driving lessons that you take with a licensed driving instructor. In Minnesota, if you are under 18, you must take 6 hours of drivers training. You can find a local driving school here. |
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What is the supervised driving period? |
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If you’re under 18, once you have your learners permit (instruction permit), you’ll have to practice driving for at least 6 months before you apply for your Minnesota drivers license. During this time, you must complete at least 30 hours (10 at night) of supervised driving with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old. |
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How much does the course cost? |
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The cost for the Minnesota drivers education book course is $99. |
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How long will it take for me to finish the course? |
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This will vary depending on your individual pace. By Minnesota law, all drivers education courses must be at least 30 hours. The good news is that with DriversEd.com, you can always go at your pace and start and stop at your convenience. Think how fast time can fly if you do 20 minutes here and there!
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How do I access the 50 free practice permit tests? |
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After you pay for the course, your free practice permit tests will be accessible in your online account. |
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When will I receive my Certificate of Completion? |
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After you complete the DriversEd.com course, we will mail your Certificate of Completion free of charge and within 1 business day of your course completion. All certificates are mailed via First Class Mail unless otherwise requested by the student. According to USPS.com, First Class Mail takes on average 2-3 business days depending on your location. We mail your certificate from Oakland, CA.
If you need your certificate faster, you can upgrade to FedEx shipping for an additional charge.
FedEx 3 day= $15
FedEx Overnight= $25
Please note that FedEx does not deliver to P.O. Boxes.
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How can I change the delivery method of my Certificate of Completion? |
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You can change your delivery method online in your account or by calling us at 1-888-651-AUTO (2886). |
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How do I get a duplicate copy of my Certificate of Completion? |
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If you lose your certificate, you can request a duplicate by calling us at 1-888-651-AUTO (2886). |
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Will I need to take drivers training after I take this course? |
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Minnesota law requires all new drivers under 18 to take at least 6 hours of drivers training (behind-the-wheel instruction). After you complete our course, you’ll need to sign up with an approved driving school.In order to take the instruction permit written test, you’ll need to show the Certificate of Completion you received from DriversEd.com and proof of enrollment in drivers training.
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What’s included in the DriversEd.com course fee? |
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The $99 course fee covers the cost of your MN drivers education book course as well as your DPS-recognized Certificate of Completion sent to you by First Class Mail. Once you start, you can choose to upgrade your Certificate of Completion shipment for faster delivery if you want.
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How do I pay for the course? |
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Once you create an account, you can pay online using VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or PayPal. You can also pay by credit card over the phone by calling our customer service at 1-888-651-AUTO (2886).
Please note that prepaid debit/gift cards issued by VISA, MasterCard, American Express, etc. cannot be used online. Please call us, and we'll be happy to process your payment.
If you would like to pay by check or money order, please mail your payment and along with your username to:
DriversEd.com (Attn: Billing Dept)
P.O. Box 238
Oakland CA 94604-0238 |
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Is it safe to use my credit card online? |
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| Absolutely. Yes. We use only the latest security technology to protect your Internet transactions. To ensure your privacy, your credit card number is never kept on file, and we'll never share your information with anyone else. |
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What is the refund policy for the Minnesota drivers education course? |
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While we're sure that you'll enjoy our Minnesota book course, if for some reason you wish to return the book and all enclosed materials, you can do so within 15 days from the product ship date, subject to the following:
DriversEd.com will issue a full tuition refund if you request a refund within 15 days of the product ship date. To receive the full tuition refund, the correspondence course materials must be returned unmarked and in their original condition. If the books are marked (e.g. pencil markings, etc) a 10% restocking fee will apply. All shipping and handling fees are non-refundable.
If you must return the package, please be sure to use a shipping service that provides you with a tracking number (e.g. UPS, DHL, FedEx, and USPS Priority Mail or Certified Mail). Refunds will not be issued for lost packages.
If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at 1-888-651-AUTO (2886).
Return Address:
DriversEd.com Attn:
Minnesota Home Study Course
P.O. Box 209
Oakland CA 94604 |
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| Still Have Questions? Call us at 1-888-651-AUTO (2886) or contact our 24-hour online chat support. |
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