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Eco-driving in Minnesota

Driving Instruction Program

A Driving Future for Teens & Adults

You are here for driving help.

We are prepared to assist you wherever
you are on your driving journey. 

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The Process

To Becoming a Licensed Driver in Minnesota

Driving Manual

Learn & Continue to Learn the Rules of the Road

Study and Review traffic laws, driving manuevers and what to expect from driving - Driving Manual, Study Apps, etc.

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Enroll & Complete 30 hours of Driver Education

  • Taken in person or online, 30 hours of knowledge about the rules of the road, traffic laws, etc., taken with state-approved school/program

  • Must receive a Certificate of Completion - to take the test, you will need to be signed up for behind the wheel lessons.

Practice Test

Pass Knowledge "Written" Test

  • Teens must be signed up for Behind-the-Wheel to take the test

  • Test is taken at a DVS location or with a testing proctor

  • Must make an appointment online for DVS test, or contact us (we are a proctor!)

  • You must have 2 forms of proper identification

Pre-apply Here

Apply for Instruction Permit

  • Complete application online or in person

  • Must go to DVS or County Service Center with 2 forms proper identification

  • Take picture, pass vision test, pay application fee (about $30)

  • Parent/guardian must be with to sign (or notarized affidavit - ask me)

Schedule Here

Behind-the-Wheel Instruction / Supervised Driving Practice

  • Begin driving with family members/adult with a valid driver’s license

  • Complete 6 hours driving with Certified Driving Instructor, schedule here

  • Track & log driving minutes on form or app - must have 50 hours/15 night

  • Practice driving for at least 6 months from date of permit application

DVS Appointment

Schedule & Pass Road Skills Test

  • After above is met, schedule test online with DVS - must be 16 years old

  • Bring permit, driving log, insurance, e-card confirmation

  • Prepare and demonstrate that you have become a safe, considerate driver

  • Complete application for Provisional Driver’s License at DVS ($33-38 fee)

Barriers

  • Access to drive time

  • How to deal with fines

  • Cost of Driver’s Ed

  • Identification Documents

    • Call to discuss the barriers holding you back - we will help however we can.

Eco-Driving Techniques

Reduce Driving & Offset Carbon Footprint

  • Ride, roll and walk whenever possible, take sustainable actions

  • Use eco-driving techniques and Drive with the Planet in Mind!

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Schedule Behind the Wheel Training

Once you have passed the written driving exam and applied for your driving

permit at the DMV, you can begin your behind the wheel lessons.

Schedule here or call  (612) 223-2318.

Schedule Driving Lessons

If student intends to practice behind the wheel, they must have a valid driving permit.

Progressive Pathways reserves the right to make pricing adjustments at its

discretion, based on distance, location, or other circumstances..

Best Value

Teen 6-hours Behind-the-Wheel

$345

345

Three 2-hour sessions of behind-the-wheel training required by the State of Minnesota for students under 18 - paid up front with a discount

Valid for 12 months

Behind the Wheel Skills Lesson

Best Value

Full Teen Package

$450

450

Complete the classroom instruction online followed by six hours of behind the wheel instruction.

Valid for 12 months

Access to Minnesota approved online drivers education

Access to Testing Proctor

Personalized Behind-the-Wheel Instruction

Assistance with Scheduling Road Test

Option to take student to the road test (additional charge)

Access to videos and materials to help build confidence

Option to add additional driving hours at $40 per hour

Best Value

Adult 6-hours Instruction

$395

395

After 4 unsuccessful attempts at the road test, six hours of instruction is required to test again.

Valid for 6 months

Identify the problem areas on previous test attempts

Language Translation Available - Any language!

Focus on needed skills and maneuvers

State required Certificate issued

Increased Confidence

Option for Road Test Service

Personalized instruction so you PASS!

Best Value

Adult Driving Access & Road Test

$650

650

For the adult who needs to get behind the wheel and practice driving so they can get their driver's license. There have been plenty of barriers over the years, but we can get through them together!

Valid until canceled

Guidance to get your driving permit if you don't have one

Study materials to help pass the knowledge test

Behind-the-Wheel Evaluation Session

6 hours of Personalized Behind-the-Wheel Instruction

Assistance Scheduling Road Test

Road Test accommodations - including practice & car for test

Access to videos and learning materials

Learn eco-driving techniques

Positive Encouragement!

Freedom to add more hours as needed

Best Value

Adult Driving Refresher

$250

250

Student has a valid permit and has driven before, but needs some driving practice in preparation to safely and confidently pass the road test.

Valid for one year

Initial 90 minute session to evaluate and discuss plan

2 additional 75 minute behind-the-wheel sessions

Learn to drive safely and confidently; conquer barriers

Integrate eco-driving techniques

Assistance with scheduling the road test when ready

Best Value

Driving Preparation & Road Test

$500

500

For the adult who wants to pass the road tests, but needs practice and Road Test Service

Valid until canceled

Initial Evaluation Session

Identify barriers and work toward overcoming them

Outline a plan toward the road test

4 additional hours of behind-the-wheel instruction

Access to videos and materials

Access to skills and support

Road Test Service (we pick you up, practice 1 hour and test)

Best Value

Eco-Driving Tutorial

$175

175

Learn to drive with the planet in mind! Develop fuel efficient driving techniques and become a more eco-conscious driver.

Valid for 6 months

Two 80 minute sessions

Learn eco-driving techniques

Access to materials

Best Value

Adult Become a Skilled, Licensed Driver

$1,000

1,000

We take you from start to finish, helping with getting a permit, driving practice and passing the road test

Valid for 24 months

Study materials to jumpstart the process

Access to testing proctor for knowledge test

Guidance getting documents needed for the permit

8 hours of personalized behind-the-wheel instruction

Access to videos and preparatory materials

Road Test Service (scheduling, practice & test)

Choose your pricing plan

Find one that works for you

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