Driver Education
The Driver Education program offers the opportunity to acquire a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Classroom instruction consists of 30 hours and driver training consists of a minimum of *six hours of driving practice.
In addition to learning how to drive, students learn of risks associated with driving and how to manage those risks. The Driver Education program aims to provide students with the skills, confidence and attitude to safely participate in the highway transportation system. Having a valid PA driver's license will enable students to participate in activities such as education, recreation, employment and social activities. A high school diploma, GED certificate or a high school transcript indicating graduation, is required prior to admission.
Course Code |
Course Description |
DE-1 |
Driving and Mobility |
DE-2 |
Assessing and Managing Risk |
DE-3 |
Administrative and Traffic Laws |
DE-4 |
Signs, Signals and Markings |
DE-5 |
Basic Control Tasks/Maneuvers |
DE-6 |
Perceptual Skills |
DE-7 |
Effective Driving |
DE-8 |
Driving Environments |
DE-9 |
Sharing the Roadway |
DE-10 |
Natural Laws and Driving |
DE-11 |
Adverse Driving Conditions |
DE-12 |
Vehicle Emergencies |
DE-13 |
Buying a Car |
DE-14 |
Car Maintenance |
DE-15 |
Knowing Yourself |
DE-16 |
Handling Social Pressure |
DE-17 |
Insurance |
DE-18 |
Planning a Trip |
Course Code |
Behind the Wheel |
DE-19 |
CTI Driving Range - Vehicle Orientation and Basic Maneuvers |
DE-20 |
CTI Driving Range - Range Exercises |
DE-21 |
On - Street #1 - Residential Area |
DE-22 |
On - Street #2 - Open Highway |
DE-23 |
On - Street #3 - Expressway Driving |
DE-24 |
On - Street #4 - Moderate Traffic |
DE-25 |
On - Street #5 - Rural Environment and Vehicle Emergencies |
DE-26 |
On - Street #6 - Business District |
DE-27 |
Driving Simulator - Night Drive Lesson |
DE-28 |
Driving Test - End of Course Skills Test @ CTI |
*More than six hours of behind-the-wheel training may be needed as determined by the instructor.