PERSONS REQUIRED TO HAVE CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION:

Comprehensive education

Any person under the age of 16 who wants to obtain a permit in Colorado must first complete a driver education requirment. Comprehensive driver education in Colorado consists of 30 class hours and may be completed in an actual classroom setting or it may be completed at home at the teen’s own pace and time. National Driver Training offers both classroom lecture and home-study programs to allow 15 year olds to obtain a permit.

Driver Awareness

Teens who seek a permit between the ages of 15 and 6 months and 16 years may choose to complete a 4 hour driver awareness lecture instead of comprehensive driver education. These classes are not available online and must be completed in a classroom setting. Although this class may be completed before the student turns 15 and 6 months, the teen will not be eligible for a permit with this class until 15 and 6 months.