Adult Courses
We have a variety of courses available? Please select a tab to learn more about each course type.Beginner Courses
- 05/11/2024 - Beginner
- 05/25/2024 - Beginner
- 06/08/2024 - Beginner
- 06/20/2024 - Beginner
- 07/09/2024 - Beginner
- 07/25/2024 - Beginner
We can also perform the South Carolina DMV
Road Test and Permit Testing.
All classroom sessions begin at 9am and end at 5pm.
Behind the wheel is scheduled separately.
The state required course includes six hours of behind-the-wheel training. This six hour suggested minimum dates back to the 1930's when traffic was very light and the complications of our modern highway systems didn't exist.
However, even in this short course, Safe Driving School does a great job of teaching vehicle control skills to prepare students for their driving test and introducing them to the skills and attitudes needed to drive defensively. Many of our students do well with this course.
This popular course upgrade offers the opportunity for the student to start to develop the necessary habits needed to continue to use the material they learned in the State Minimum Course. Using our technique of Continuous Correct Practice, students are reminded of the necessary effort and commitment needed to develop the necessary skills and attitudes to remain-collision free. This course has the minimum behind-the-wheel time recommended by the American Driver Training and Safety Education Association (ADTSEA)
This course is much appreciated by those who want to excel as safe drivers as well as those who are a little apprehensive about driving because it continues the safe habit building process. Students choose this training to develop advanced observation and decision making skills much beyond that of the average driver. This course has the minimum behind-the-wheel time recommended by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
This course allows the student to complete the program within 2 weeks of the class date. It is designed for students who have already held their beginner permit for the required 180 days and have had a minimum of 40 hours of practice driving. The in-car training will be 2- three-hour sessions. Must pay in full on class day.
Behind the Wheel Training and Driver Evaluation
Behind-The-Wheel ONLY Driver Evaluation ONLY
We can also perform the South Carolina DMV
Road Test and Permit Testing.
Behind the wheel is scheduled separately.
These lessons are primarily for those adult beginners with some driving experience who want to become more proficient and confident and/or learn what is expected on the road test. Typically, the student is picked up at home/work/school or a pre-determined location. Each lesson is one-on-one which allows the instructor to assess and address the student’s specific needs.
The self-paced nature of these lessons require communication between the student and instructor, a fluent understanding of the English language is required.
Students under age 17, must complete the beginner course (8 hour classroom & 6 hours in-car training) to be eligible for these lessons. South Carolina law requires 15 & 16 year old to complete a certified driver education course which includes 8 hours classroom and 6 hours behind the wheel training. Click HERE to register for the TEEN Driver Education Course.
SC Skills (Road) Testing
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Skills (Road) test is administered by a certified driving instructor in Safe Driving School SCDMV approved vehicles only.
- • An application and payment is required before a test appointment is scheduled Click HERE to register
- • Applicant must have a current, valid beginner's permit held for at least 180 days.
- • Safe Driving School does NOT accept walk-in students for the road test - appointments are required.
- • Road tests are conducted as scheduled however, the Safe Driving School road test evaluator reserves the right to cancel any scheduled test due to severe weather or unsafe conditions.
- • A parent or legal guardian MUST sign required paperwork for all students under age 18
- • The student must have their current, valid permit on hand at the test
Address for Testing Locations
Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for the test review.
- Safe Driving School Office
- 4015 Belle Terre Blvd Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Knowledge (Permit) Testing
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Knowledge (Permit) test is administered by a certified instructor at Safe Driving School.
- • You must be at least 15 years old.
- • You must pass the vision and knowledge test (permit test).
- • An appointment is required.
South Carolina requires a beginner permit for anyone who has never had a driver's license.
To best prepare for the knowledge (permit) test we recommend practicing the permit test online, click HERE and studying the SC Driver’s Manual click HERE and/or taking the classroom portion of the beginner course. Safe Driving School administers the knowledge (permit) test by appointment only. An original birth certificate, and original social security card and 2 proofs of residency for the application will be required.
- • A parent or legal guardian MUST sign required paperwork for all students under age 18
- • The student must have their current, valid permit on hand at the test
Address for Testing Locations
Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for the test review.
- Safe Driving School Office
- 4015 Belle Terre Blvd Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Point Reduction / Defensive Driving / Insurance Reduction Course
- • AAA Driver Improvement Program
- • 8 hours classroom
- • Remove up to 4 existing points from your record
- • Must be taken after the date of the infraction
- • May be taken once every three years
- • Introduction to driving best-practices
- 05/18/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
- 06/15/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
- 07/20/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
- 08/17/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
- 09/21/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
- 10/19/2024 - Point Reduction / Insurance Reduction
All classroom sessions begin at 9am and end at 5pm.
Most people learn to drive only one time their entire life. While you may think this will suffice, many people still use old driving theories and techniques. Many of these theories and practices were changed decades ago. One example of these practices is the hand positions of 10 and 2. This practice changed back when airbags were introduced into vehicles. Another example is the practice of having one car length of following distance for every ten miles per hour of speed you are traveling.
This is a AAA Certified course and is classroom education only. The DMV allows you to take this course once every 3 years. It will reduce up to 4 point from a South Carolina Driver License. It also meets the South Carolina Traffic Court requirement for a Defensive Driving Course. The $125.00 tuition for this course includes the AAA Workbook, a certificate of completion, instructor fees and processing fees.
The course MAY reduce your insurance premium if you have a good driving record with no points. It is the prerogative of the insurance company to reduce the premium. A certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the class. You will be required to submit the certificate to the insurance company. There are no guarantees taking this course will reduce the premium.
Fleet Training
AAA Certified Fleet Training courses are customized to meet the needs of your company and attendees. It includes classroom training led by our SCDMV Certified Instructors, and in-car training on the driving course. Please contact the driving school for more details.
This is a AAA Certified course consisting of 4 Hours of classroom training as well as 2 hours of behind the wheel training on a driving course.
This is a AAA Certified course consisting of 4 Hours of classroom training.
SC Instructor Certification Course
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Contact Safe Driving School, Inc. for Instructor Course schedules.
843-450-SAFE (7233)
Safe Driving School, Inc. offers the SC Driver Training Instructor Certification Course License. These are the minimum requirements set forth by the SC Department of Motor Vehicles. Independent driving schools may require additional qualifications. The course meets all SC Department of Motor Vehicles requirements.