How the 38-Hour Driver’s Ed Class Works (Ages 14 Years 9 Months to 17)

This course is required by Louisiana law for anyone 17 years old or younger seeking their first driver's license.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Register for the Class
Sign up for the 38-Hour Driver’s Education Course at NOLA Driving Institute.
💰 Cost: $600 total — includes both classroom and driving portions.

Step 2: Get a Temporary Instruction Permit (TIP)
Visit the DMV with a parent or legal guardian to obtain your TIP before class begins.

Step 3: Complete the 30-Hour Classroom Instruction
Classes are held over 4 days. At the end of the course, you will take the written knowledge test.

Step 4: Complete 8 Hours of Behind-the-Wheel Driving
After the class, you will be scheduled for two 4-hour driving sessions with a certified instructor.

Step 5: Receive Your Completion Documents
Once classroom and driving sessions are completed, you will receive documentation to take to the DMV to get your learner’s permit.

Step 6: Schedule Your Road Skills Test (Optional)
When ready to move from a permit to a full license, schedule your Road Skills Test:
🌐 noladrivinginstitute.com/roadskills

Step 7: Get Your Driver’s License
After passing the Road Skills Test, head down the hall to ABC Title (in the same building) to get your driver’s license issued.

✅ Requirements

• If age 17, you may go straight from a TIP to a license.

• If 16, you must hold your learner’s permit for at least 180 days before testing for a license.

• A parent or guardian must accompany anyone 17 or younger to all DMV appointments and testing