Idaho Teen Driver Education (State-Approved Online Course)
Idaho requires drivers under 17 to complete a state-approved driver training course — classroom instruction plus behind-the-wheel driving — before getting a license. This state-approved online course satisfies the classroom portion of that requirement, lets teens study 24/7 at their own pace, and prepares them for the permit test with free practice tests. Completing the course may also qualify you for up to a 10% auto insurance discount with eligible insurers.
Who Is This Course For?
Idaho teens under 17 who must complete the state-required driver training course before getting a license. Adults 17 and older are not required to complete driver training but must pass the knowledge and driving tests.
Course Overview
Idaho requires drivers under 17 to complete a state-approved driver training course that includes classroom instruction plus behind-the-wheel driving, available through public schools and licensed commercial driving schools. This state-approved online course satisfies the classroom portion of that requirement. You study anytime with a convenient 24/7 online course, learn at your own pace, and build the confidence you need to succeed.
Teens must also log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — and hold the Supervised Instruction Permit (SIP) for at least 6 months before the road test. Adults 17 and older are not required to complete driver training but must pass the knowledge and driving tests. The course is 100% online and self-paced on any device.
Prepare for the permit test with free practice permit tests included with the course. You may also qualify for up to a 10% auto insurance discount with eligible insurers — ask your insurance agent for details.
Course at a Glance
Duration
Self-paced
Format
100% Online & Self-Paced
Audience
Teens (Under 17)
Requirement
State-approved (under 17)
Provider
DriversEd.com
Reporting
State-approved driver training
What You'll Complete
- State-Required Driver's Education
- State Approved
- 24/7 Online & Self-Paced
- Free Practice Permit Tests
- Up to 10% Insurance Discount
How It Works
- 1Register online for the Idaho Teen Driver Education course.
- 2Complete the state-approved online classroom course at your own pace on any device.
- 3Complete behind-the-wheel driving instruction as part of the state-approved program.
- 4Pass the knowledge and driving tests to receive your Idaho driver's license.
Important Requirements & Restrictions
- Idaho requires drivers under 17 to complete a state-approved driver training course (classroom plus behind-the-wheel) before getting a license.
- Teens must log 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) and hold the Supervised Instruction Permit for at least 6 months before the road test.
- Adults 17 and older are not required to complete driver training but must pass the knowledge and driving tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Idaho teen driver education course state-approved?
Yes. This is a state-approved online driver education course that satisfies the classroom portion of Idaho's driver training requirement for drivers under 17.
Who is required to take driver education in Idaho?
Drivers under 17 must complete a state-approved driver training course — classroom instruction plus behind-the-wheel driving — before getting a license. Adults 17 and older are not required to take driver training but must pass the knowledge and driving tests.
Does this course include behind-the-wheel training?
The online course covers the classroom portion of Idaho's driver training requirement. You must also complete behind-the-wheel driving instruction as part of the state-approved program.
How long do I hold the Idaho Supervised Instruction Permit?
Teens must hold the Supervised Instruction Permit (SIP) for at least 6 months and log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — before taking the road test.
Can I get an insurance discount?
You may qualify for up to a 10% auto insurance discount with eligible insurers — ask your insurance agent for details.
Related Idaho Resources
Ready to Get Started?
Register for the Idaho Teen Driver Education online with DriversEd.com. Complete at your own pace on any device.
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Provider Disclosure
DOT Driving School provides driver education information and connects students with available course providers. Course registration and course delivery for this program are provided by DriversEd.com, a third-party provider. DOT Driving School is not the course operator and does not administer this course.
Disclaimer
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