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AAA is backed by over 100 years of experience in driver education. Designed by professional instructors, AAA's online How to Drive courses provide research-based, up-to-date content to ensure students learn safe driving skills that last a lifetime.
Satisfies State Requirements for Teens
Our Wisconsin driver's education satisfies state requirements for teens seeking to obtain an instruction permit or probationary license. It offers the full 30-hour driver education needed to meet Wisconsin's standards, ensuring students are ready for both the written exam and behind-the-wheel training.
Instant Certificate Download
Students can immediately download their Certificate of Completion after finishing the course. This allows them to quickly apply for a permit at age 15 or a probationary license at age 16.
About the Course
AAA's Wisconsin How to Drive course teaches teens who are at least 15 years old how to safely operate a vehicle. Approved in Wisconsin for novice driver education, the online program focuses on developing safe driving habits through interactive lessons. AAA's 100+ years of experience provides parents with trusted guidance and peace of mind as their teen begins driving.
The course must be completed within six months and spread out over at least 21 days. It includes 30 hours of online education, including videos, simulations and optional virtual parent sessions about the process of learning to drive. Students will learn about the rules of the road, distracted driving, impaired driving and more.
How It Works
This online course fulfills the classroom portion of Wisconsin's driver education requirements for novice drivers. It equips teens with the essential knowledge needed for safe driving, guiding them on their path to earning a driver's license.
Wisconsin driver's education requirements mandate that students must be at least 15 years old to start the program. The 30-hour course is designed to be completed over at least 21 days with the flexibility to finish within six months.
After finishing the course, students should study the Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook to prepare for the Wisconsin Knowledge Test. After students pass the knowledge test and enroll in an approved behind-the-wheel driving school, they can apply for an instruction permit at the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Once they obtain their permit, they can proceed to behind-the-wheel training and prepare for the road test, which can be taken at the DMV at age 16 to qualify for a probationary license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should enroll in this course?
This course is designed for teens who need supplemental driver education to help them prepare for their learner's permit and driver's license. It focuses on developing safe driving habits, improving hazard recognition and managing traffic conditions such as visibility, time and space. Students must be at least 15 years old to enroll according to state graduated driver license laws.
Is this course state approved?
Yes, this course is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Driver Education Division.
What topics does the course cover?
The course covers a range of safe-driving topics, including:
- Rules of the road
- Distracted driving
- Impaired driving
- Safe driving practices
- Traffic laws and road signs
- Hazard perception training
- Traffic management techniques
- And more
How do I obtain my completion certificate?
Upon completing the course, students can log into their account and download their certificate directly from the completion page. The certificate will include essential details such as your full name, course completion date, course provider information and any state or DMV approval numbers, serving as proof of completing the required driver education.
What do I do with my certificate after completing the course?
After completing the program, you should start studying for the Class D Knowledge Test and Signs Test. Review the Wisconsin Motorists' Handbook and take an online practice test to prepare. Once you're ready to take the test, visit a DMV Service Center. Walk-ins are accepted, so no appointment is needed.
You should also get a head start on your behind-the-wheel instruction. Your driver license application must be signed by the instructor, and your first lesson must start within 60 days of your application date. When it's time to apply for your instruction permit (also known as temps), you will bring your certificate and other required documents to the DMV.
You will take a vision test and have your photo taken. The DMV will provide a driving receipt that allows you to drive immediately, and your instruction permit will arrive by mail within 10 days.
What is the testing format for this course?
The course includes 38 quizzes. A minimum passing score of 80% is required, and you have unlimited attempts to pass. Students cannot proceed until they achieve a passing quiz score. The grading page provides feedback on which questions were answered correctly or incorrectly.
The final exam consists of 50 questions and also requires an 80% passing score. Students have 180 minutes (three hours) to complete the exam and can retake it immediately if they do not pass. Unlimited attempts are also allowed for the final exam.
Does the course expire?
The course expires 180 days after registration.