Century Driving SchoolFAQ's
Can you tell me if Century Driving School is a certified driving school in California?
Although Century Driving School is listed on our list of driving schools in your area, we are unable to say with certainty as to whether they are currently approved to teach driver training courses in California. We recommend either calling Century Driving School directly or the California DMV to find out whether or not Century Driving School offers hands-on driving courses that are state-approved.
Could I just have my mother or father give me my behind-the-wheel training instead of paying money to attend a professional driver training course?
It depends on which state you live in. There are some states which allow you to complete your behind-the-wheel training with a parent or guardian instead of attending a professional driving school. However many states require that first-time drivers take a professionally-taught driver training course. We recommend that you ask your state's DMV office to find out if your parent or guardian can fill the role as your behind-the-wheel driving instructor.
I have no clue how to drive a stick-shift vehicle. What happens if Century Driving School makes me train on a stick-shift vehicle?
Considering the fact you are a brand new driver, you probably don't know much about operating ANY type of vehicle....stick OR automatic! If you prefer to do your behind-the-wheel training with an automatic-shift vehicle, you may want to call Century Driving School and let them know before you enroll in their behind-the-wheel training course. That way you'll know for certain whether Century Driving School will be able to accommodate you before you pay them any money.
What happens to those of us who live in a rural area? Will Century Driving School include instruction on how to drive on dirt roads, mountain roads, and other rugged?
If you live in a rural location, there is a high probability that a local driving school like Century Driving School will either want--or even be required--to tailor their instruction towards driving safely in your particular area.
Can 14-year-olds get instruction permits to drive in California?
Most states have set the minimum age for applying for a learner's permit at 15 or 15 1/2. However, some states do allow 14-year-olds to obtain an instruction permit. You may want to contact the California DMV or a California-approved driver training school like Century Driving School to find out what the minimum age to drive is in California.
I live in Los Angeles California. Does the law say I have to successfully complete both a driver ed classroom or online course and a driver training course in order to be fully-licensed here?
Each state has its own laws in regards to licensing procedures. However, most states do require that new, teen-aged drivers successfully complete both a driver training course plus either a drivers education online course or drivers education classroom course .
I have to complete a safe driving class in Los Angeles California before California will give me my driver's license. Does Century Driving School offer this type of course?
Century Driving School does offer the behind-the-wheel training course in Los Angeles California that is required by the State of California. You will need to contact Century Driving School directly for more information about the driver courses they offer and their class schedules.
Do I have to take drivers education to get a California 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 enroll in both a driver training course in addition to a drivers education classroom or online course. You may wish to contact the California DMV to find out exactly what requirements you will need to fulfill in order to obtain your first driver's license.
Is a behind-the-wheel training course a prerequisite in Los Angeles California for me to get a drivers license?
The law in California requires that all drivers complete a behind-the-wheel training program as part of their driver education. You should contact Century Driving School directly to find out about the types of courses they offer.
Am I required to receive my learner's permit in California before I am permitted to register for a behind-the-wheel training course like the one Century Driving School gives its students?
Laws vary from state to state, however most states do require that you hold a instruction permit before you can sign up to take a driver training course like the one that Century Driving School gives its students.