Behind the Wheel Driver Training

Classroom Driver Education - summer only

Frequently Asked Questions

Driver Education Form - (fillable form - 171k)

Classroom Driver Education

Classroom driver education analyzes tasks an individual must perform while operating a motor vehicle. Units about alcohol safety, drug abuse awareness, aggressive driving, distracted driving, motorcycle awareness, and organ and tissue donation awareness are included.

During the school year, students take this course in 10th grade health and physical education. During the summer, the 36-hour course is offered through ACE.

Behind the Wheel Driver Training Schedule

Seven 2-hour sessions - $280
Lessons cover vehicle control skills and driving in residential, rural, and city/freeway settings. DMV-approved road test will be administered. Students must have completed classroom driver education or be enrolled in the classroom phase with FCPS prior to the first behind the wheel class. This course is required for licensing until the age of 19. Courses meet for seven school days and depart from most high schools.

We strongly suggest that students complete the first seven chapters of the 45-hour parent/teen driving guide before coming to the first Behind the Wheel class. Download the 45-Hour Parent/Teen Driving Guide (printer friendly).

The student's Virginia learner’s permit number is required at the time of registration. Proof of classroom enrollment must be presented at the first class.

Register online, by phone, or in person at an ACE Customer Service Center. NOTE: Student does not need to be present in order to register.

View complete listing of times and locations.

2009 Schedule
November 9 - 17
November 18 - December 1
December 2 - 10
December 14 - 22

2010 Schedule
January 4 - 12
January 13 - 22
January 25 - February 3
February 8 - 17
February 22 - March 2
March 4 -12
March 15 - 23
March 27 - April 3 (spring break)
April 7 - 16
April 19 - 27
April 28 - May 6

Register online. Additional sections are frequently added; please check for most up-to-date listings.

Non-FCPS student registration requirements
Fairfax County residents enrolled in private schools and home-schooled students may register for driver education during the summer session only. Students must meet all qualifications for public school enrollment.

The following documentation is required for registration:

• birth certificate
• physical examination (within one year)
• evidence of immunization
• current proof of county residency (mortgage/deed or lease agreement)
• previous education program (example any 2007-08 school report card)
• affirmation for SS/SE-219

See http://www.fcps.edu/ss/StudentServices/StudentRegistration/stsvctr1.htm for additional information.