Driver Training?

Question

I'm 17 and I want to test for a learner's permit. I completed online driver education. The California DMV handbook says you need to provide proof that you "completed driver education and are taking driver training (DL 387, DL 392, OL 237, or OL 392)."

Does this mean I have to show proof that I'm already enrolled in driver training, or can I enroll after getting my permit?

Answer 1

According to the information below you can get your permit  without the driver education certificates only if you are at least  17.5 years of age at the time you apply.

Driver Education and Driver Training Form Requirements:

If you are 15 ½ to 17 ½ years of age, you will need to provide proof that you:

Completed driver education (Form DL 387 or OL 237) and are taking driver training (DL 392 or OL 392)

OR

Completed driver education and driver training (DL 387, DL 388, DL 388A, OL 237, or OL 238).

OR

Are enrolled and participating in an approved integrated driver education/driver training program (DL 400).

If you are over 17 ½ but under 18 years of age, you may get your permit without the driver education and driver training certificates however, you will not be able to take the driving test until you turn 18.

Once you pass your written test, you will be issued a provisional permit.

A parent, guardian, spouse or adult 25 years of age or older, who has a valid California driver license, must be with you when you drive. He or she must sit in a position close enough to take control of the vehicle, if necessary. It is illegal for you to drive alone at any time.