• Learn how to start your driver education journey. This program helps students build safe driving skills and meet state requirements.

    Watch this short video about the Driver Education process.

    Program overview

    The Wake County Public School System partners with Jordan Driving School to offer driver education for eligible students.

    To complete the program, you must:

    • Complete 30 hours of classroom instruction.
    • Complete 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training.

    Most students finish within 6 months, but timelines vary by school.

    There are no academic requirements to enroll in driver education. However, students must meet academic standards to apply for a permit or license after the course.  

    Registration steps

    1. You must be at least 14½ years old on the first day of class.
    2. Visit jordandriving.com to view available dates and register.
    3. After you are assigned to a class, you will get instructions to pay the $65 fee to finalize registration.
    4. Classes are offered:
      • After school hours
      • On Saturdays
      • During school breaks
      • In the summer

    Important: Students dismissed due to behavior or attendance may not enroll again through WCPSS.

  • The Driver Education course in its entirety from classroom to in-car instruction takes approximately 4.5 months to complete fully. Families are encouraged to seek the driver education course as soon as students qualify. Students have to be 14.5 years old at the start date of the course to qualify for instruction.