Get Road Ready with Rhode Island's 33-Hour Program

Rhode Island Driver Education

Our Driver Training Programs Create Lifelong Safe Drivers

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Driver Education Program

Get on the road to the most effective driver training experience with AAA. The AAA Driving School is state certified and licensed to provide the required 33-hour in-person classroom course (note, student state age requirement must be 15 years, 10 months old). Once you’re 16 years old, get your learners permit and schedule 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training sessions with a certified AAA driving instructor. Complete the 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with your at-home coach before you are ready for the road test at minimum 16 years, 6 months old.

Rhode Island 33 Hour Classroom

33 Hour Classroom Program

State-Certified RI Pre-Licensing: Officially approved 33-hour classroom course required for Rhode Island drivers under 18.
In-Person Learning: Convenient classes held locally at select Rhode Island AAA branch locations.
Seamless Student Portal: Easily track course progress, manage schedules, and securely monitor payments online.
All Materials Included: No need to purchase extra course textbooks—everything you need to pass is provided.
Continued Safety Resources: Access to exclusive post-graduation traffic safety tools and parent-coaching guides.
AAA Member Savings: Special discounted tuition rates available for AAA Members.

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Behind-the-Wheel & Road Test Steps

Rhode Island Behind-the-Wheel

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Behind-the-Wheel Driving Lessons

Teen & Adult Programs: Tailored instruction available for both teen beginners earning their license and adults looking to refresh their skills.
Comprehensive 2-Hour Sessions: Every lesson provides 120 minutes of dedicated, uninterrupted time behind the wheel with a certified instructor.
Convenient Branch Pick-Up: Lessons begin and end safely at select local Rhode Island AAA branch locations.
Professional & Safe Vehicles: Practice in highly rated, dual-controlled AAA vehicles designed for maximum safety and student confidence.
Customized Skill Building: Learn everything from basic vehicle control and parking to complex Rhode Island highway driving.
AAA Member Savings: Enjoy exclusive, discounted per-lesson or multi-lesson package rates for AAA Members.

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Rhose Island AAA Test Ready

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Road Test Confidence Course

Perfect Road Test Prep: Designed as the ultimate practice run to ensure you are fully prepared to pass your Rhode Island DMV road test.
Mock Exam Evaluation: Experience a realistic test simulation with a certified AAA instructor assessing your skills.
Targeted Skill Improvement: Receive immediate feedback to fine-tune parallel parking, 3-point turns, and critical driving maneuvers.

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Official DMV Road Test

Official DMV Test Vehicle: Take your official exam in a fully insured, dual-controlled AAA vehicle that meets all state compliance rules.
Stress-Free Test Day: Avoid the hassle of finding an eligible sponsor vehicle that passes strict DMV equipment inspections.
Warm-Up Before You Test: Includes a brief, pre-test practice session to refresh your skills and settle your nerves before the examiner steps in.

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Rhode Island RoadWise

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Senior Driver RoadWise Defensive Driving

Guaranteed Insurance Discount: Rhode Island drivers aged 55 and older qualify for a mandatory auto insurance discount upon completion.
Flexible Formats: Choose between our 4-hour instructor-led group course, a customized private group class, or our convenient 4-hour online course.
Age-Related Adjustments: Learn practical techniques to confidently adapt to changes in vision, reflexes, and evolving vehicle technology.
All Course Materials Provided: Your registration covers all educational materials and your official certificate of completion.
Maintain Independence: Gain the defensive driving skills and resources needed to extend your safe driving career.
AAA Member Savings: Take advantage of exclusive, discounted course enrollment rates for AAA Members.

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