Sears Driving SchoolFAQ's
Sears Driving School's address and phone number is listed on your webpage. How can I know for sure if it is an approved driver training school in Washington?
Even though we provide a list of driver training schools on our website, we have no way of knowing for sure as to whether or not a particular school is certified by the Washington DMV to offer driver training courses. We strongly suggest that you contact Sears Driving School directly or check with the Washington DMV to find out for sure if Sears Driving School is a licensed school.
Do I have to take a driver training course? Can't my parents just give me my driver training?
There are some states that do allow parents or guardians to provide their teen-aged kids' required behind-the-wheel training in order to obtain a driver's license. However many states do not allow any type of substitution for attending a professionally-taught driver training course. We suggest you contact your state's DMV to find out what the laws are in your state regarding hands-on driving instruction.
Do you know if Sears Driving School will let me complete my driver training using an automatic-shift vehicle? I don't know anything about using a manual-shift.
Considering you're a brand new driver, you probably don't know a whole lot about driving ANY type of vehicle, be it a stick OR an automatic! Nevertheless, if you have a preference, you probably should contact Sears Driving School and see if they can accommodate you before registering for their behind-the-wheel training course.
I live in a very rural area, where there are mountains and a lot of unpaved roads. Do you know if Sears Driving School teaches students how to drive in rural areas like where I live instead of just driving on smooth, paved roads in city areas?
Since you live in a remote area, a local driving school such as Sears Driving School will tailor your driver training to handle the conditions in your area.
After I turn 14, will I be eligible to get my learner's permit so I can begin to learn how to drive?
It depends on which state you live in, however most states unfortunately require you to be at least 15 (or sometimes 15 1/2) before you can be issued a instruction permit. We suggest that you contact a local driver training school such as Sears Driving School or the Washington DMV office to learn more about the minimum age requirement for driving in Washington.
Is taking a drivers education course in a classroom or online sufficient in Redmond Washington or do I also have to successfully complete a driver training class with a professional driving instructor?
It depends on what the Washington's laws require, but many states do mandate that new, young drivers to enroll in a behind-the-wheel training class with a professional driving instructor as well as a drivers education classroom or online course.
I have to complete a driver training class in Redmond Washington before Washington will give me my driver's license. Does Sears Driving School offer this type of course?
Sears Driving School does offer the safe driver training course in Redmond Washington that is required by the State of Washington. You will need to contact Sears Driving School directly for more information about the behind-the-wheel courses they offer and their class schedules.
Do I have to take drivers education to get a Washington driver's license?
Drivers education requirements vary depending on which state you live in, but you should be aware that most states require new, teen-aged drivers to sign up to take both a behind-the-wheel training course in addition to a drivers education classroom or online course. You may wish to contact the Washington DMV to find out exactly what requirements you will need to meet in order to obtain your first driver's license.
Is there a law in Washington that requires me to take driver training in order to get my driver's license?
Yes. State law in Washington requires that all teen-agers take an approved driver training course before receiving a Washington driver's license.
Is it possible to enroll in a Washington-certified behind-the-wheel training course before I obtain my Washington instruction permit?
It depends on what the specific laws are in Washington, however most states require first-time drivers to receive a learners permit before signing up for a driver training course. We recommend you contact a driving school such as Sears Driving School to obtain more information.