Frequently Asked Questions

Teen Driver Education in Eagan & the South Metro

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How does my student get their Minnesota instruction permit?

In Minnesota, students must first complete the required 30-hour driver education classroom course and register with a licensed behind-the-wheel provider. Once both requirements have been met, the behind-the-wheel provider submits the required e-card to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. After the e-card has been submitted, the student may schedule and take the Minnesota permit knowledge test.

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Does Milestone Driving Academy offer Online Driver Education?

Yes. Milestone Driving Academy offers access to Minnesota's required 30-hour online classroom course through our educational partner.

Students may enroll directly through our website and complete Minnesota's required classroom instruction online. Before a student can take the Minnesota permit knowledge test, they must also register for Behind-the-Wheel Training. Once both requirements have been met, Milestone Driving Academy will submit the required e-card to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, allowing the student to schedule the permit knowledge test. Students who enroll in the online classroom through Milestone Driving Academy also qualify for $50 off our six-hour Behind-the-Wheel Training program.

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Can my student take the online classroom somewhere else?

Yes. Students may complete Minnesota's required 30-hour classroom course through any approved driver education provider. If you choose another provider, simply provide Milestone Driving Academy with your classroom completion certificate before your e-card can be submitted.

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When should my student schedule Behind-the-Wheel Training?

Families are encouraged to begin planning behind-the-wheel instruction early. Scheduling may begin even before the student has completed the classroom course. During the consultation, we'll review the student's timeline and develop a plan that supports steady skill development and progression.

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Does my student need to have their permit before starting Behind-the-Wheel Training?

Yes. Students must possess a valid Minnesota instruction permit before participating in behind-the-wheel training. Lessons are often scheduled well in advance, so the consultation can take place before the permit has been issued.

 

How are the six hours of Behind-the-Wheel Training scheduled?

Minnesota law requires a minimum of six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction and limits instruction to no more than two hours per day. Because of this, instruction is scheduled as three two-hour lessons. During the consultation, we'll review the student's schedule and develop a lesson plan that allows time for meaningful practice between lessons.

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Where do Behind-the-Wheel lessons begin and end?

Lesson start and end locations are discussed during the consultation. Depending on scheduling, lessons may begin and end at the student's home or school. Final locations are confirmed before instruction begins.

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Do you only work with students in Eagan and District 196?

Milestone Driving Academy primarily serves students and families throughout the South Metro, including Eagan, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Burnsville, and District 196. Depending on scheduling and location, we may also work with students from neighboring communities.

 

What does my student need to bring to a Behind-the-Wheel lesson?

Students must bring their valid Minnesota instruction permit to every lesson. State law requires students to have their permit in their possession while driving. If a student arrives without their permit, the lesson will be considered a missed appointment under the cancellation policy.

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How much does Behind-the-Wheel Training cost?

The six-hour Behind-the-Wheel Training program is $450. Students who enroll in the 30-hour online classroom through Milestone Driving Academy receive $50 off, reducing the cost of Behind-the-Wheel Training to $400. Enrollment begins with a parent consultation to review scheduling, discuss the student's timeline, and determine whether the program is the right fit.

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What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule a lesson?

Because lesson times are reserved specifically for each student, cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Requests made with less than 24 hours' notice result in a $50 cancellation fee, which must be paid before additional lessons can be scheduled. Students who arrive without their Minnesota instruction permit are considered a missed appointment under the same policy.

 

What happens if weather conditions are unsafe?

Behind-the-wheel instruction may be delayed, modified, or rescheduled due to weather or road conditions. Safety decisions are made by the instructor based on current driving conditions. While learning to drive in a variety of weather conditions is an important part of becoming a safe driver, lessons will be rescheduled at no additional cost if conditions are unsafe.