Starting late or starting over, AAA's
Adult Driver Education can help you
get back on the road better than ever.

5-Hour Pre-Licensing Course

Adults that are new drivers or have had their license revoked or lapsed for over 1 year are required to complete this course to receive an MV-278 certificate, which is required to take the State Road Test.

Completion of this course earns an MV-278 certificate, which is required to take the State Road Test. For the road test, it’s also required that a parent or guardian certify that at least 50 hours of practice behind the wheel have been completed.

A course is available almost every weekend and covers the following driving fundamentals:

  • The DMV point system
  • The highway transportation system
  • The laws of physics as they relate to driving and the effects of restraining devices
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • What to do in case of a collision
  • The effects of driver attitude, emotions and skills
  • Alcohol and drugs and their effect on driving

NOTE: The MV-278 certificate number is required to schedule a road test, and the certificate must be presented to the examiner on the day of the test.

Pricing & Schedules

AAA Members: $35

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Non-Members: $40

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To register or for more information, call (800) 836-2582.

In-Car Lessons

AAA driving instructors are New York State DMV certified and receive 33% more training than is mandated to assure the quality and effectiveness of instruction.

Lessons are each 45 minutes in length, one-on-one with an instructor, and include an immediate review following time behind the wheel.

Your instructor can pick you up and drop you off at home and several lesson packages are available.

Lessons are scheduled at your convenience.

Lesson Package 45 Minute Lessons Price AAA Member Price
Platinum Package 10 or 8 Plus 1 review and Road Test in AAA Vehicle $530 $495
Gold Package 8 or 6 Plus 1 review and Road Test in AAA Vehicle $425 $399
Silver Package 5 or 3 Plus 1 review and Road Test in AAA Vehicle $270 $255
Single Lesson 1 $58 $52
Road Test Package 1 plus road test in AAA vehicle $112 $102 or $89 for AAA Driver Education Participants


To Register Call: (800) 836-2582

Adult Driver Education

Many adults find themselves in need of learning how to drive later in life, and don’t require as much in-depth training as new teenage drivers.

Classroom sessions are in the evenings and in-car sessions are scheduled at your convenience.

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Basic Mechanics

AAA’s Basic Mechanics course is a brief 3-hour introduction to your vehicle. The class will provide you with a basic understanding of how your vehicle works and some routine maintenance procedures.

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Rehabilitative Driving

Rehabilitation specialists provide training to individuals with physical or mental disabilities on how to operate a motor vehicle. In-car training is provided in a AAA vehicle, adaptive equipment is available, and the participant is picked up at home.

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Private Evaluations

In some instances, a private evaluation may be requested by an employer, court, or insurance company. AAA’s private evaluation is a 45-minute in-car review of a driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle under various driving conditions.

A written report of the driver’s abilities and limitations is provided upon completion. Upon request, the report can also be sent to an employer, court, insurance company, doctor, or family member.

Pricing & Schedule

Private Evaluations are scheduled on a case-by-case basis. An instructor can pick up and drop the driver off at home in a AAA vehicle.

To register or for more information, call (800) 836-2582.

Members: $80
Non-Members: $90

 

SAVE ON Defensive Driving.

AAA's Defensive Driving course teaches you how to proactively avoid, and react calmly in, stressful driving situations. After completion, you may be eligible to reduce up to 4 points from your driving record and receive a 10% reduction on portions of your auto insurance premiums as a principle driver.

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FAQs

What happens if I am unable to attend the class that I was registered for?

Please call (800) 836-2582 or email us at driverprograms@nyaaa.com to cancel or reschedule a class. Cancellation fees may apply.

Do you hold any classes offsite for groups or companies? If so, can we book you to come to our site and hold a class?

Yes. We can accommodate offsite groups of approximately 18 or more. A discounted corporate or group rate would also apply. Email us with your information at driverprograms@nyaaa.com for more details.

Can a husband and wife BOTH take the course and BOTH receive the 10% discount, if they have two vehicles insured on the same policy?

Generally yes, though some insurance companies will only discount the primary driver on each vehicle.

Would it be possible for an instructor to pick up my son or daughter and take them to their road test?

Yes, AAA offers this service.

Are AAA's classroom and online Defensive Driving courses approved by the DMV for insurance discounts and point reduction?

Yes. AAA Defensive Driving courses are approved by the DMV for insurance discounts and point reduction.

I misplaced the completion certificate from my Defensive Driving class. How can I get a copy?

If you have lost your completion certificate for an online course, please call (877) 476-1254. For classroom courses, please call (800) 836-2582.

I would like my child's school to partner with AAA to provide Driver Education. Where can I get more information?

Please email us at driverprograms@nyaaa.com for more information about AAA Driver Education in your child's school.
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