- You can apply for a permit when you're 16 years old, which allows you to drive under supervision.
- You'll need to pass the written knowledge test to receive a permit.
- You must hold the permit for at least 6 months before taking the road test and log 65 hours of supervised driving with a licensed adult or driving instructor (find the log form here). This includes at least 10 hours at night and at least 5 hours in bad weather.
- After passing the road test, you'll receive a junior driver's license, which allows you to drive unsupervised (with certain restrictions).
- At age 18, all junior license restrictions are lifted.
The Best Driving Schools & Lessons in Cumberland County
Ready to start with driving lessons? We've ranked the best driving schools in Cumberland County to help you choose the right one. Don’t wait, book your lessons today!
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6 best driving schools in Cumberland County
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Coastline Academy is a modern driving school offering convenient, high-quality education across multiple states with professional instructors.
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Learn to Drive with our Behind the Wheel Program. Get educated on safe driving practices with our Online Driver Education. Improve your driving skills with our Defensive Driving course.
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Join Shelly Truck Driving School and be prepared for an exciting career in the transportation industry. Our four-week program, led by instructors with over 75 years of truck driving experience, combines hands-on instruction and a modern driving simulator to prepare you for your PennDOT CDL test and a successful career.
In 160 hours of instruction, we cover everything from basic driving skills on our simulator to city and highway driving in various conditions. Our students learn parking and yard skills, including trailer coupling and uncoupling, parking, and docking. We promise to provide students with the confidence to drive on every type of road and situation.
Our location is in the heart of York, PA, making it accessible for students living in the surrounding areas. Visit our website today to join us and start your exciting journey as a commercial driver.
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At Shepherd's Driver Consulting, we offer safe driving training for teenagers and adults. Our services are suitable for international students, and we work with individuals who speak different languages. We provide flexible training that can work around employment, school or college schedules. Our training is available throughout the year and covers driving in all seasons. We specialize in Parallel Parking, a critical skill required for the driver's examination at Penndot. At Shepherd's, we train you for life, not just the test. Our training is available for new and experienced drivers, with dual braking installed for extra safety. Our trainers are skilled in speaking carefully and maximizing comprehension for people with different languages. We offer a pick-up and drop-off service to students at home, work, or school.
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Schedule Your Cumberland County Driving Lessons with our Partners Near You
- Pennsylvania-approved driving school
- Home pickup and drop-off available
- Modern cars with safety features
- Certified and Pennsylvania-licensed instructors
- Personalized lessons for teens, adults, and seniors
How It Works
1. Choose time, location, & date
Enter your ZIP code to see available driving lessons in your area.
2. Reserve lessons that work for you
Once you’ve found a good time & date for your lessons, you can reserve them immediately. You’ll receive a confirmation email and text message, along with other lesson instructions.
3. Start behind-the-wheel training
Learn everything from basic controls to safe, defensive driving with certified Cumberland County instructors. Each instructor has completed an intensive training course adhering to state standards (and beyond).
4. Get your driver’s license
Once you’ve completed the required hours, you’ll be prepared for the DMV road test. Once you pass, you’ll get your license.
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