Helping you navigate the road safely with knowledge, skills, and confidence
Ready to sign up your teenager for Drivers Ed?
Click the learn more button for the steps needed to get your teenager ready for the road. We understand that nothing is more important to parents than the safety and well-being of their children. As a parent, you want to ensure that your teen is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate the roads safely.
Are you ready to take the road skills test?
The on road skill test is the test you take to get your license and is an examination designed to test the driver’s ability to safely operate and maneuver a vehicle. This test can be taken at Shut up and Drive or at the DMV. Road Skills tests are by appointment only. Call to schedule your test. 318-445-3237
Are you 18 or older and want to take Drivers Ed?
Click the learn more button to learn more button below to read about our 14 hour. Designed for adult learners, this condensed course covers essential driving techniques and safety measures in just 14 hours. Whether you're a new driver or looking to refresh your skills, our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way.
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We’re located in the Trotters Plaza at 1622 Military Hwy Pineville, LA 71360. Our office is in the center of the plaza, there are 4 glass doors, and you walk down the hallway and we’re the last door on the left
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You can view our class schedule by clicking here.
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You can sign up online by clicking here.
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The 38 hour course for teens is $500. You can pay in full or pay a $125 deposit to book.
The 14 hour adult course is $400. You can pay in full or pay a $50 deposit to book. -
You have the option to pay in full or pay a deposit to reserve your spot. The teen course deposit is $125 and the adult course deposit is $50.
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No, You do not have to have paypal to sign up online. When you are at the payment screen, look under where it says “paypal login” and there is an option to “pay with a debit or credit card”. Click on that option and it will allow you to pay without a paypal account.
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Your teen can take the classroom portion at 14 years and 9 months and must wait until 15 for the behind-the-wheel instruction. The adult class is for ages 18 & up.
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No, you have to take drivers education before you can obtain your Driver’s License.
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No, behind the wheel instruction is scheduled after course completion.
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No, Louisiana law requires that behind-the-wheel instruction take place over multiple days. It cannot be done all at once
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At least 2 days before the class, please bring us the following documents: Original Birth Certificate, Custodial Paperwork (if applicable), Custodial Parent’s Identification Card, and Temporary Identification Permit (tip card) obtained at the DMV. See below for more tip card info
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All applicants must apply to the Office of Motor Vehicles for a class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) prior to participation in the knowledge test, operation of a motor vehicle during on-road driving skills instruction, or participation in the on-road driving skills test. The TIP allows a driver education student to operate a motor vehicle when accompanied by a driver education instructor and when completing behind the wheel instruction or during the administration of a skills test.
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When you go to the DMV to obtain your TIP card, please bring the following:
Certified birth certificate
Verification of your Social Security Number is required
Proof of Address
A custodial parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the application.
The parent must present identification and the legal guardian must also present legal documentation verifying the guardianship.
Photocopies of documents are NOT accepted
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$32.25 basic license fee
Up to $6.00 service fee may be assessed at certain field offices
Cash, check or credit/debit cards are accepted
There is no additional cost to convert from the TIP to a Learner’s Permit or a Full License.
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After classroom and on-road instruction are both completed, we will give you a sealed envelope with a completion certificate inside. The envelope must not be opened or the DMV will required you to return to our school to have it resealed. Bring the envelope to the DMV along with the same documentation you brought for your TIP card. The DMV will convert your TIP card to a Learners Permit (under 18) or Drivers Liicense (over 18).
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Yes, both adults and teens are required to obtain a TIP card.
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Age 15 -Maintain learner’s permit for a minimum of 180 days AND until they reach the age of 16 when they may apply for an intermediate license.
Age 16- Maintain learner’s permit for a minimum of 180 days OR until they reach the age of 17 when they may apply for an intermediate or full license.
Age 17- Eligible for either a learner’s permit or a full license. To obtain a full license, vision, knowledge and road skills tests must be successfully completed.
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The Road Skills test must be successfully completed before the issuance of a license. This test is administered by the DMV or by Shut up and Drive. The Road Skills test costs $50 cash and be scheduled with out office by calling 318-445-3237
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The road skills test is $50 cash only and can be scheduled by calling our office at 318-445-3237
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On 8 hour class days, there is a 30 minute lunch break. Students may bring their own lunch, purchase lunch at the restaurant next door, or utilize a food delivery service. Students each lunch in the classroom unless they are signed out by a parent during lunch break.
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If you have paid the $125 deposit for the 38 hour course, you can pay the remaining balance by clicking here.
