OHIO: Licensed Driver or Driving School? (+Infographic)
If you’ve already taken the Online Abbreviated Adult Course, the next step is to do some behind-the-wheel practice!
The state of Ohio has strict requirements for drivers education, and if you fail the road or maneuverability test and you are 18 or over, you are required to take some additional behind-the-wheel practice before you can retest.
While a lot of people find this to be an unfair situation, it is actually extremely beneficial in the long run. After all, you want to make sure that you know the laws and the safest way to drive. You’ll be driving for a LONG time, after all!
What do you need to know?
There are two options to meet the behind-the-wheel requirements. You can either:
- Practice with any licensed driver that is 21 or older
- Practice with a licensed driving instructor
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Pros & Cons
24-Hours with a Licensed Driver (21+ years old)
- Getting into the car with someone you know and are comfortable with can ease your mind and make the whole experience less stressful.
- Practice intermittently at times that are convenient to you, no need to figure out scheduling.
4-Hours with a Licensed Driving Instructor
- Meet the requirements quickly, in as little as 1 day.
- Learn from someone with experience in teaching driver instruction