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Responsible Driving
Welcome to one of Sheboygan County's
top driver education programs, with 25+ years
of online drivers education instruction and behind-the-wheel training.
Online Driver Education Instruction only
$40
- 30 hour online program.
- Take at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- Includes reading information, interactive videos, quzzes, and more.
Requirements
- *Available for students that are at least 14 and a half.
Behind-The-Wheel only
$380
- 6 hours of behind-the-wheel.
- 6 hours of observation instruction.
Requirements
- *Available for students that are at least 15.
- *Completed the 30 hour online course.
- *Pass DMV knowledge and sign test.
- *Receive instruction permit (temps) from DMV prior to first BTW.
Online Instruction and Behind-The-Wheel
$420
Online instruction includes:
- 30 hour online program.
- Take at your own pace and on your own schedule.
- Includes reading information, interactive videos, quzzes, and more.
Behind-the-wheel includes:
- 6 hours of behind-the-wheel.
- 6 hours of observation instruction.
Requirements
Online instruction:
- *Available for students that are at least 14 and a half.
Behind-the-wheel:
- *Available for students that are at least 15.
- *Completed the 30 hour online course.
- *Pass DMV knowledge and sign test.
- *Receive instruction permit (temps) from DMV prior to first BTW.
Frequently asked questions
- Payment of driving school fees
- Complete online driver education instruction (To start, must be at least 14 and a half)
- Receive signed MV3001 form from instructor
- Pass knowledge and sign test at DMV
- Obtain instruction permit (temps) from DMV (Must be at least 15)
- Complete required behind-the-wheel instruction
- Take road test at DMV or sign waiver if available (Must be at least 16)
Begin the online instruction when you are 14 and a half. When the online instruction is complete, you must obtain a valid instruction permit from the DMV within 13 months. Once you have enrolled and started online instruction, you may start BTW training concurrently.
You must provide the WI DMV with proof of your legal name and date of birth. You can provide that proof by:
- Certified copy of your U.S. Birth Certificate
- Valid U.S. Passport or Passport Card
You also must provide the WI DMV with proof of your identity, such as:
- Social security card with your signature
- Valid WI or out-of-state ID card with your photograph
When you are 15 AND have started or completed the 30 hour online instruction, contact by calling RDS to receive your MV3001 application form.
You are now ready for behind-the-wheel which you can first schedule by calling RDS at (920) 629-5959. Your first drive must be scheduled within 60 days of obtaining your instruction permit. You may schedule your next drive during your first BTW.
*Best time to schedule driving appointments is after 8:00pm.
No. The state of Wisconsin allows a maximum of one driving hour per day.
Drive times will be available after school, Saturdays, and non-school days. Please contact RDS via phone call to schedule your first BTW.
If you are unable to drive, please contact RDS at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled drive time. If you are sick, please cancel and do not drive. Contact RDS as soon as possible.
No, it is against the law for any person to drive a vehicle without their instruction permit in their possession.
Yes, it is required by the state of Wisconsin to have at least 50 hours of driving experience, including 10 hours at night, prior to taking the road test at the DMV or signing the waiver if available.
You should schedule your final BTW at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled road test.
You may take the road test after you have completed the following:
- 30 hour online driver education instruction
- 6 hours BTW instruction
- 6 hours BTW observation instruction
You also must be 16 and have had your instruction permit (temps) for a minimum of 6 months.
You must schedule your road test online through the Wisconsin DMV. The website is wisconsindot.gov and you can schedule it by searching "schedule a road test appointment".
*You cannot schedule your road test by going to the DMV office.
Meet our instructors
Al, owner of RDS, is a certified driver education instructor for the state of Wisconsin with over 25+ years of experience. His patient teaching approach and deep understanding of traffic safety has helped hundreds of students become responsible drivers.
Al Holzheimer
Owner and Certified Driving Instructor
Julie is also a certified driver education instructor in the state of Wisconsin. She brings a 30+ year career in the educational field. With her experience she tailors instruction to each student's learning style to help build confidence and skill behind-the-wheel.
Julie Jurss
Certified Driving Instructor
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Driver Education Grant Program
Funding has been paused.
If you have already been approved for a grant, you will be required to enter the code you received from the state. You will receive a separate code for online courses and behind the wheel and it will specify which code is required when you register.
For more information visit wisconsindmv.gov/degrant.