Michigan Teen Driver Education (Recommended, Supplemental)
Michigan requires teens under 18 to complete a two-part state-approved driver education program — Segment 1 (24 hours of classroom, 6 hours of behind-the-wheel driving, and 4 hours of observation) to earn the Level 1 learner's permit, and Segment 2 (at least 6 hours of classroom) before the driving skills test. This recommended DriversEd.com online course is a supplemental study tool; it is NOT the state-approved program and does NOT satisfy Michigan's required Segment 1 and Segment 2 driver-education program. This course is a supplemental educational program and does NOT satisfy Michigan's required state-approved driver-education program. It helps you build the essential driving skills, confidence, and safe driving habits you need to pass the SOS knowledge test and driving skills test. With clear language, fresh graphics, fun videos, and interactive 3-D animations, you'll stay engaged and retain the knowledge you need. You may also qualify for an auto insurance discount through participating insurance providers.
Who Is This Course For?
Michigan teens preparing for the Level 1 learner's permit at 14 years 9 months and the SOS driving skills test who want a supplemental, recommended online driver education course. This course does NOT satisfy Michigan's required Segment 1 + Segment 2 driver education program.
Course Overview
Michigan requires teens under 18 to complete a two-part state-approved driver education program. Segment 1 includes 24 hours of classroom instruction, 6 hours of behind-the-wheel driving, and 4 hours of observation; you can start Segment 1 at 14 years, 8 months. After completing Segment 1, you apply for a Level 1 License (learner's permit) at 14 years, 9 months. Segment 2 (at least 6 hours of classroom) is completed after holding the Level 1 License for at least 3 months. You must also log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — and hold the Level 1 License for at least 6 months before the driving skills test for a Level 2 license at 16. This recommended DriversEd.com course is a supplemental study tool — it is NOT the state-approved program and does NOT satisfy Michigan's required Segment 1 and Segment 2 driver-education program.
This supplemental course helps you build the skills and knowledge to pass the SOS knowledge test and the driving skills test. It features clear language, fresh graphics, fun videos, and interactive 3-D animations and is 100% online and self-paced on any device. Completing it does not satisfy the state-required Segment 1 or Segment 2 instruction Michigan requires — you must complete a state-approved program for that.
You may qualify for an auto insurance discount through participating insurance providers — ask your insurance agent for details. This is a recommended supplemental course, not a state-approved Michigan driver education program.
Course at a Glance
Duration
Self-paced
Format
100% Online & Self-Paced
Audience
Teens
Requirement
Recommended (does not satisfy MI requirement)
Provider
DriversEd.com
Reporting
Supplemental — not the state-required program
What You'll Complete
- Clear Language & Fresh Graphics
- Fun Videos & Interactive 3-D Animations
- Develop Safe Driving Habits
- Insurance Discount Eligible
- 100% Online & Self-Paced
How It Works
- 1Register online for the recommended Michigan Teen Driver Education course.
- 2Complete the online supplemental course at your own pace on any device.
- 3Enroll in a state-approved Michigan Segment 1 driver education course (24 classroom + 6 BTW + 4 observation) to earn your Level 1 License at 14 years 9 months.
- 4Complete Segment 2 (at least 6 classroom hours) after holding your Level 1 License for 3 months.
- 5Log 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) and hold your Level 1 License for 6 months before the driving skills test for a Level 2 license at 16.
Important Requirements & Restrictions
- This course is a supplemental educational program and does NOT satisfy Michigan's required state-approved driver-education program (Segment 1: 24 classroom + 6 BTW + 4 observation; Segment 2: 6 classroom).
- Michigan requires teens under 18 to complete both Segment 1 and Segment 2 of a state-approved program; this supplemental course is not that program.
- Completing this course does not satisfy the 50-hour supervised-driving requirement or the 6-month Level 1 holding period.
- An insurance discount is not guaranteed and depends on your insurer — ask your insurance agent for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course satisfy Michigan's required driver education program?
No. Michigan requires teens under 18 to complete a two-part state-approved program: Segment 1 (24 classroom hours, 6 behind-the-wheel hours, 4 observation hours) and Segment 2 (at least 6 classroom hours). This recommended DriversEd.com course is supplemental and does NOT satisfy that requirement.
Is this Michigan teen driver education course state-approved?
No. This is a recommended supplemental online course, not the state-approved Michigan Segment 1 + Segment 2 driver education program that teens under 18 must complete.
How old do I have to be to get a Michigan Level 1 learner's permit?
You can get your Level 1 License (learner's permit) at 14 years, 9 months after completing Segment 1 of a state-approved driver education course. You can start Segment 1 at 14 years, 8 months.
How many supervised driving hours are required in Michigan?
You must log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — with a licensed adult 21 or older before the driving skills test.
Can I get an insurance discount?
You may qualify for an auto insurance discount through participating insurance providers. The discount is not guaranteed — ask your insurance agent for details.
Related Michigan Resources
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Register for the Michigan Teen Driver Education online with DriversEd.com. Complete at your own pace on any device.
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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.
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