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When it's time for your teen to learn safe driving, trust FCPS Adult and Community Education for comprehensive Driver's Education programs. Classes and instruction are offered at convenient locations, usually right at your student's FCPS high school. Taught by certified instructors, FCPS ACE offers affordable and convenient courses that cover all the required classes for teen licensure. Spaces are limited and fill up quickly, so don't delay! Explore your options below and get your student registered today.

Behind the Wheel Registration

Lessons cover basic vehicle control skills and driving in residential, rural, city and freeway settings. This course includes administration of the DMV approved road test. Students must have a District-8 classroom course completion card or be able to present a concurrent enrollment form prior to the first behind the wheel class. Courses meet for seven school days and depart from most high schools.

Choose the school below where you would like to take the course. Then register for the date and time that works for you.

Annandale HS

Centreville HS

Chantilly HS

Edison HS

Fairfax HS

Falls Church HS

Hayfield SS

Herndon HS

Lake Braddock SS

Langley HS

Lewis HS

Madison HS

Marshall HS

McLean HS

Mt. Vernon HS

Oakton HS

Robinson SS

South County HS

South Lakes HS

West Potomac HS

West Springfield HS

Westfield HS

Woodson HS

BTW Make Up Courses


* * Bring to your first BTW Drivers Education class:
  1. Valid Virginia Learner's permit;
  2. District-8 classroom course completion card or concurrent enrollment form;
  3. Online confirmation receipt or the walk-in registration form, signed by a parent/guardian;
  4. Please speak with your Driver Ed Instructor about TDL Issue/Pick-up procedures.

Questions about the FCPS ACE Driver's Ed Program? Please contact us.

Classroom Driver Ed

This class is for private school, homeschooled, FCPS 11th and 12th graders, and FCPS students who were unsuccessful in completing classroom driver education during 10th grade. If you are currently eligible to take classroom driver education as part of FCPS 10th grade physical education, then you are NOT permitted to take this class.

Classroom driver education analyzes tasks an individual must perform while operating a motor vehicle. No scheduled classes may be missed. State-required hours and course content must be completed.
Register for the Summer Classroom Driver Education class.

DMV Learner's Permit Testing

MUST READ BEFORE REGISTERING! This test is for FCPS students only and allows them to take the Virginia DMV Learner’s Permit Test. Students must test at their current high school location.

Important Details:
  • Students must be at least 15 years and 6 months old on the day of the test.
  • Registration is required on both this site and the DMV’s website to participate.
  • Click on the test you wish to take for links and the full description, including what to bring on test day.
FCPS students should select their school from the listing below to find the date and time they wish to take the test. Click on the test you wish to take for links and the full description, including what to bring on test day.
Annandale HS Bryant HS Chantilly HS Edison HS
Hayfield HS Herndon HS Lake Braddock SS Lewis HS
Madison HS McLean HS Oakton HS Quander Road School
Robinson SS West Potomac HS Westfield HS Woodson HS

Questions about the FCPS ACE Driver's Ed Program? Please contact us.

Partners For Safe Teen Driving

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ BEFORE REGISTERING This presentation is an additional offering for students who were unable to attend the session at their school.

Important Details:
  • Fee: $45 registration fee required for all attendees
  • Format: This presentation is in-person
  • Duration: 1 session, 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
  • Requirement: This is the state-mandated Parent-Teen Traffic Safety Presentation, required as part of the juvenile licensing process
  • Attendance: Both the student and a parent/guardian must attend
  • Upon completion: a Certificate of Completion (or Affirmation of Attendance) will be provided, either in person or via email.

Register for Partners for Safe Teen Driving


Questions about the FCPS ACE Driver's Ed Program? Please contact us.

DMV Learner's Permit Test Prep - Online Only

Are you ready to hit the road? Be prepared to pass your learner’s permit test—the first time! With nearly 50% of students failing on their first attempt, preparation is key.

This engaging and interactive online course is designed to help you confidently prepare for the Virginia DMV Learner’s Permit Test. Our test prep course is packed with everything you need to succeed—no boring lectures, just clear, focused instruction on the most commonly missed topics. You'll also get access to realistic practice tests with instant feedback, helping you identify areas for improvement and build your confidence before test day.

Registration Info:
  • This test is for FCPS students only: Register using your @fcpsschools.net email account
  • A class link will be emailed to all registered students by noon on the day of the class

Register for Online DMV Learner's Permit Test Prep Course


Note: This course is for preparing to take the Learner’s Permit Test. It is not the DMV 8-hour re-examination course for students needing a fourth attempt.
Questions about the FCPS ACE Driver's Ed Program? Please contact us.