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The 5-Hour Course (Pre-Licensing)
The mandatory course New York State requires before you can take your road test. We coordinate it for you — no lines, no confusion, bilingual support.
Why do you need this course?
In New York, before scheduling your road test you must complete the 5-hour pre-licensing course. When you finish, you receive a certificate the DMV will ask for when booking your test.
- Required by New York State for every new driver.
- Covers road safety, signs, the effects of alcohol, and defensive driving.
- You receive the course certificate (MV-278), required to schedule your road test.
- You need a valid learner permit to take it.
We coordinate it for you
Message us
Tell us on WhatsApp you need the 5-hour course.
Pick your schedule
We send you the available options and you choose what works.
Take the course
Complete it with our guidance — no confusing paperwork.
Get your certificate
Certificate in hand, we move on to booking your road test.
💡 Tip: don't have your learner permit yet? Message us anyway — we'll point you in the right direction so you can get it first.
Common questions about the course
How long is the course?
5 hours of instruction, exactly as required by New York State.
Is it available in Spanish?
Yes. We coordinate options with Spanish-language support so you understand all the material.
What do I need to take it?
A valid learner permit and an ID. Message us and we'll review your case before signing you up.
What do I get when I finish?
The pre-licensing course certificate (MV-278) — the document the DMV requires to schedule your road test.
How much does it cost?
Message us on WhatsApp and we'll send you the price and available options right away, no strings attached.
Book your 5-hour course today
Seats and schedules change weekly — message us and we'll confirm the next available date.