What Do You Do in Driver's Ed Classes?

Teaching a teenager to drive can be a hair-raising experience, so seeking out professional help is something many families do. Taking driver's education courses also gives the student the opportunity to get licensed earlier in many states. The curriculum might vary from state to state and the format is a little different in every class, but some basics are universal.

  1. Road Rules

    • One aspect of driver's education is teaching the student about the rules of the road, both the legal rules like following the speed limit and the rules for getting a license. Also covered are general good practices that might not be a law, but are helpful when driving. These include the rules for easy parallel parking.

    Accident Prevention

    • Car accidents are all too common. One component of driver's education classes teaches students about different types of accidents and how to prevent them. The accidents might be caused by other drivers or even due to natural forces like a deer hitting a car.

    Vehicle Function

    • Driver's education also covers how vehicles work, including how to start the vehicle and make sure the tires are properly inflated. The vehicle's components and features are covered as well, including the use of mirrors to monitor traffic flow.

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