Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.
1

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Before you can take your written test at the DMV, you must pass a state-approved Drivers Ed course and receive your completion certificate.

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2

Practice for Written Test

Once you have your completion certificate, it is time to practice! Take our practice test questions to ace your exam on the first try!

3

Pass Written Test at DMV

Ready to go? Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test! Once you pass, you will receive your permit.

4

Take Driving Lessons

Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.

5

Pass your Road Test

After completing your driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the DMV and go pass your test to receive your license.

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Apple Valley

Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.

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My driving instructor was very detailed in his directions and patient during his driving lesson.
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My driving instructor was patient and polite, and I passed my driver's test because of him.
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Her driving instructor was loved by my daughter! She got good practice and helpful tips during her driving lesson. Will request her again!
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Had a lot of fun with my driving instructor! We talked for two hours, making the driving lesson fly by. 5/5, would drive with again!
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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by the California DMV and has completed an intensive, California-centered training course

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient experience you will love

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs

Driving lessons in Apple Valley and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Apple Valley offer a unique and effective learning environment. The area's mix of quiet suburban streets and wide-open desert roads allows new drivers to build fundamental skills in a low-pressure setting. This gradual approach ensures you can comfortably master vehicle control before navigating more complex traffic scenarios, setting a strong foundation for safe driving habits.

As your confidence grows, lessons will expand to include navigating busier thoroughfares like State Route 18. This prepares you for the practical challenges of driving through the High Desert, including managing higher speeds and interacting with more traffic. Gaining experience on routes toward Victorville and Hesperia builds the skills needed to confidently travel throughout San Bernardino County, including eventual practice on the I-15 freeway.

We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.

Our ultimate goal is to empower you with the defensive driving techniques and unwavering confidence required for a lifetime of safe travel. We are committed to transforming instruction into practical, real-world driving ability that serves you well beyond the driving test.

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Safety Lives in Apple Valley

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

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Instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

Marked cars with a second brake

Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a BAR-certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety
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Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

Our school is certified by the DMV, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required training with an instructor so you can qualify to take your test, and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.

We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving or you need to practice for a Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation, our expert instructors are here for you.

Our hiring standards and training program go beyond the industry standard. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing the state's top driving educators.

Good drivers pass the test. So we focus on core skills first, ensuring you are set up to be safe and confident for life, before worrying about the test. On your last lesson, we will do a mock test to be sure you are ready!

Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you.

We provide all the tools and materials needed for your lesson, so all you need to bring is a positive attitude toward learning a new skill.

At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

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Driving instructors serving Apple Valley

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Lysset C.

Lysset C.

Lysset Castellanos is a bilingual former Master Instructor at DriversEd.com, with 15 years of experience and counting, including her time as an instructor at Cantors Driving School. Under the guidance of Director of Operations Hale Gammill, III, she ... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
200+ Lessons
Branden A.

Branden A.

Branden has had ten years of experience driving, and is constantly looking for new ways to help those around him. By sharing his knowledge his goal is to build confidence in new drivers in all types of conditions. Read more...

Instructor Trainer
200+ Lessons
Pat S.

Pat S.

Pat has taught students to drive in the past, and also drove a school bus. She loves working with students, and spending time teaching them different skills. She is originally from the Bay Area, and moved out to Victorville in 2008. Read more...

100+ Lessons
DeJuan R.

DeJuan R.

DJ is a automotive technician turned instructor with many years behind the wheel and a love for driving. Read more...

Crystal U.

Crystal U.

Crystal enjoys working with students and helping them to become safe and confident drivers. She is married with 3 children, and a dog and a cat. She loves to read, color, and crochet in her spare time. Read more...

Coastline in the Community

Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults all across Washington. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.

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