Steps to Getting Your License

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

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Step 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.

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Step 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.

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Step 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.

Need more licensing details? Visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Artesia

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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Carlos is not only my driving instructor, he is also my friend. I'm grateful for his driving lessons and support!
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Great guy! Fun conversations made driving lessons enjoyable and very helpful in getting you ready for your test.
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Thank you so much! I passed my behind the wheel drivers test on my first try today! My driving instructor was amazing.
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Mike H is an amazing driving instructor, offering lots of patience. He gives great advice and tips on driving and safety during my driving lesson.
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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.

Certified driving instructors

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

Cutting-edge technology

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

Customers first

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

Customized lesson plans

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

Driving lessons in Artesia and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Artesia provide a fantastic starting point for any new driver. The city's grid of quiet, residential streets creates a predictable and relatively low-stress environment ideal for mastering the fundamentals. Here, students can build confidence while practicing essential skills like steering, braking, and navigating intersections without the immediate pressure of complex traffic, setting a solid foundation for their driving journey.

As skills grow, training progresses to busier arterial roads and major freeways like the CA-91 and I-605. This is where learners gain invaluable experience merging, changing lanes, and managing higher speeds in a controlled setting. Navigating routes toward nearby Cerritos and Norwalk also exposes students to varied commercial traffic patterns, preparing them for the diverse driving conditions found throughout Los Angeles County.

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 goal is to equip every student with the defensive driving skills and practical knowledge needed for a lifetime of safe travel. We focus on turning lessons into lasting habits, ensuring each driver is confident and prepared for the road ahead.

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Safety Lives in Artesia

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

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Driving 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.

DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

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.

DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Adults

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.

Top Instructors

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.

Will you Pass Your Test?

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!

How Many Lessons do you Need?

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

Our Car, Our Insurance

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.

Post-Lesson Report Included

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 Artesia

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.

Carmela R.

Carmela R.

Carmela has been a teacher for over 24 years.She is patient, fun, and cares about her students. Her teaching skills help new drivers feel confident and comfortable. . Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Instructor Trainer
2,000+ Lessons
Ian K.

Ian K.

Ian has been all over southern California, and has seen first-hand the importance of safe driving. He has a passion for passing on the wisdom he has accumulated and is determined to create more responsible drivers on the road. Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Sylvanus N.

Sylvanus N.

Sylvanus has been driving for 12 years, with 5 of these years being a Commercial driver license holder. Sylvanus graduated from the University of Maryland and is ready to help you become a safer driver. Read more...

1,000+ Lessons
Instructor Trainer
Patrick K.

Patrick K.

In Patrick's 32 year career with United Parcel Service, he was awarded 23 consecutive years of safe driving. He was an on-route daily delivery driver and a driver trainer. Utilizing his Cultural Anthropology degree and the people skills he aquired ... Read more...

Instructor Trainer
1,000+ Lessons
Manager
Steve S.

Steve S.

Steve has spent a lifetime as a photographic business owner; is college educated and a U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran. Semi-retired he is currently a teaching docent with over 4,000 hours at Lyon Air Museum. Teaching and educating are equally important. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Rosemary M.

Rosemary M.

Rosemary has been a driver for the past 12 years. Starting off at LAX airport driving on the airplane runways/tarmacs, to now being entrusted to drive children of all ages to school while working for The YMCA. She hopes to reduce the amount of distra... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
500+ Lessons
Daniel T.

Daniel T.

As a working professional, Daniel Teeter has many years of experience driving in some of the busiest areas of the U.S. in cars and trucks while avoiding accidents and traffic tickets. His mission is to teach others how to do the same. He currently re... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Paul C.

Paul C.

Paul has over 15 years experience navigating the road between the California coasts to the Snowy weather in Colorado, and in Toronto, Canada. He drives with a family first mindset and enjoys swimming, bike riding with family, and plays the Ukulele. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Riley S.

Riley S.

Riley has a love for teaching and being around people. She has always taken pride in being a safe and well-rounded driver and hopes to help others feel the same way about themselves. She is kind, patient, detail-oriented and compassionate while also ... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Adnan K.

Adnan K.

On a traffic light green means go and yellow means yield, but on a banana it’s the exact opposite. Green means hold on, yellow means go ahead, and red means where did you get that banana at? Read more...

200+ Lessons
Michael F.

Michael F.

Michael F has 14 years as a truck driver. Has driven across the continental U.S through various weather conditions. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to teach new truckers and guide them through the industry. He has also taught in a p... Read more...

200+ Lessons
Qinmei Y.

Qinmei Y.

Driving should be a comfortable activity, with habitual acts of precautions and Qinmei (May) would love to help you learn how to do so! Read more...

Speaks Mandarin
200+ Lessons
Jennifer B.

Jennifer B.

In addition to working for the United States Postal Service, she takes pride in having a patient, fun loving attitude with her students and sharing her 42 yrs of driving experience. She treats each student with the dignity and respect they deserve. Read more...

200+ Lessons
Kyrsta C.

Kyrsta C.

Kyrsta's been teaching and mentoring for over 15 years and driving since she was 15½. Now combining the two to help new drivers feel safe, confident, and steady behind the wheel. Kyrsta's learned to drive in Long Beach and LA and still remembers the ... Read more...

Kha D.

Kha D.

Kha is a easy-going car enthusiast with 15 years of driving experience. He is an experienced driver that is committed to teaching others not just how to operate a car but also how to navigate real world scenarios with awareness and skill. His goal is... Read more...

Speaks Vietnamese
Milan S.

Milan S.

Milan Shah has covered a lot of miles under different driving conditions while driving an Uber. He has improved his defensive and predictive driving skills as a result and is happy to pass it on to the new drivers to make driving safer for all on the... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Nelson O.

Nelson O.

Nelson holds a degree in Management and has worked in the insurance field. With over 30 years of driving experience, he is passionate about road safety and proper technique. His love for teaching motivates him to pursue becoming an instructor to help... Read more...

Scott H.

Scott H.

Scott has been driving the busy roads and freeways of So CA for over thirty years, and has been a driving instructor for over nine years. He takes a calm approach, setting nervous students at ease. Read more...

Chris P.

Chris P.

Christopher Perez is a professional educator with over 10 years of experience teaching soccer and basketball and has spent over 10 years driving in both urban and rural settings, having grown up in The Valley driving in the canyons, track, and even r... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Alexander T.

Alexander T.

Alex brings over 35 years of driving experience and a strong commitment to safety on the road. As a retired Los Angeles County Sheriff Sergeant, he spent approximately 20 years training new deputies as both a field training officer and academy instru... Read more...

Speaks Spanish
Daniel L.

Daniel L.

He has over 30 years of driving experience and a lifelong passion for cars, especially those with manual transmissions. He learned to drive stick during the winter of his sophomore year in college in a Mitsubishi 3000GT and has since owned nine cars—... Read more...

Speaks Korean
Speaks Spanish
Speaks Portuguese
Lenny S.

Lenny S.

Lenny has been driving for nearly 30 years and prides himself on being a safe, patient, and aware driver. He also years of experience driving throughout the Los Angeles area for work, giving him experience navigating freeways, streets, neighborhoods,... Read more...

David F.

David F.

David attended California State University at Los Angeles and the Art Center in Pasadena. David was in the film industry for 25 years. He taught at another driving school prior to working with Coastline. He loves teaching and it is very rewarding and... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Brandon G.

Brandon G.

Brandon G. Has over 5 years of experience as a driving instructor. He also has over 20 years working with youths in education and sports. Read more...

Catherine S.

Catherine S.

Catherine earned an undergraduate degree in psychology, a Master degree in Theology and another Master degree in Education with Master level studies in Counseling Psychology. The welfare of all people is Catherine’s primary focus and this is demonstr... Read more...

Jay L.

Jay L.

Jay has been driving for over 10 years. Occasionally he drives rally where he has learned to operate both manual and sequential transmissions. The importance of driving cautiously and being able to control every aspect of a vehicle is what he wants t... Read more...

Ann H.

Ann H.

Ann has over 40 years of experience behind the wheel and has been an instructor for over 3 years. During lessons she strives for students to know the responsibility of being on the road. Her main goal is to teach all her students how to safely drive ... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Dan Y.

Dan Y.

Dan has many years of driving experience. He has previously worked in the insurance industry for over 33 years. He is very patient and provides a healthy positive attitude during lessons. Dan enjoys being able to interact with students and pass alon... Read more...

Hannah V.

Hannah V.

Hannah is an instructor with the passion for empowering students to become confident and responsible drivers. With a background in teaching high-adventure activities like rock climbing and ATVing through the Boy Scouts of America, she brings a unique... Read more...

Bob Y.

Bob Y.

Bob has a driving experience of over 50 years. He was honored to be able to speak at local high schools to students with the MADD organization. Bob is a very polite and affable instructor. He enjoys what he does and looks forward to making an impact ... 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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