Minors must be enrolled in a behind-the-wheel program before they can take the knowledge test to obtain their instructional permit. Being on a waitlist does not qualify you to receive a blue card. 

Prerequisite: Students who are at least 15 years of age and have completed Driver Education Classroom are eligible for fall driving lessons. As long as a student is enrolled in a classroom session, they can also enroll for BTW. Doing so allows the student who is at least 15 to take their knowledge test as soon as they complete classroom. Students must pass their knowledge test and be in possession of their learner's permit prior to their first scheduled driving lesson. Some practice driving prior to your first lesson is recommended.

The second phase of driver education consists of 6 hours hands-on, behind-the-wheel instruction. Licensed staff will guide students through proper driving techniques and skills including right and left turns, 90-degree backing, parallel parking, traffic lights and stop signs, lane changes, one-way, right of way, emergency stop, and much more.

Lesson Information:  Once you have your learner's permit, you will be connected with an instructor to schedule 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. Lessons with Mickey Bluedorn are two-on-one for six, 2-hour lessons with one hour driving and one hour observing. Lessons with Craig Sturlaugson and Matt Fenno are one-on-one for three, 2-hour lessons.

Space is very limited: If you are unable to secure a behind-the-wheel enrollment through Centennial, please look for a full listing of public and private school program locations, as well as licensed driver training school locations in the state of Minnesota, for both phases of the driver education instruction process.  Please visit Driver and Vehicle Services, a division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.  

To schedule a knowledge test, go to drive.mn.gov, and follow the prompts. We have heard that these appointments may schedule out some distance. Bring the correct documentation to your appointment and don't forget to pre-apply for your learner's permit to save time at the DMV office.

Once registered for BTW and in possession of your blue card, you must remain enrolled for BTW or risk having your permit revoked. For this reason, there are no refunds or cancellations allowed once a blue card has been issued.

Changes to enrollment are very difficult as this program fills quickly leaving little to no room for rescheduling. If we are able to make a change, there is a $20 fee.

If you have been unable to pass the knowledge test, please notify Community Education immediately.

Student must have their permit with them for each driving session. If you forget your permit you cannot drive, that counts as a no show resulting in a $93 fee.