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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Step 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!

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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 Bend

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 great! He taught me so much, and I'm happy I had him during my driving lesson.
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My driving instructor was very friendly and taught me a lot of techniques during his driving lesson that I didn't know prior.
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He was a great driving instructor and fun to talk to. Made the 2 hours during his driving lesson seem quick!
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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 Bend and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Bend provide a uniquely calm and focused environment for new learners. The area's quiet, rural roads and minimal traffic create the perfect setting to comfortably master the fundamentals of vehicle control, from smooth acceleration and braking to precise steering. This peaceful atmosphere allows students to build a strong base of confidence before progressing to more challenging driving scenarios.

As skills develop, lessons will expand to include navigating the more active streets of nearby Red Bluff. This provides practical experience with traffic signals, multi-lane roads, and interacting with more vehicles. Gaining experience on major routes like I-5 is essential for learning to merge and maintain safe speeds, preparing students for travel throughout Tehama County and beyond.

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 primary focus is to instill safe, defensive driving habits that last a lifetime. We are dedicated to ensuring every student graduates not just with a license, but with the competence and awareness needed to navigate the road safely and confidently in all situations.

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Safety Lives in Bend

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 Bend

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.

Matthew "Todd" K.

Matthew "Todd" K.

Matthew “Todd” is a friendly, approachable instructor who truly enjoys working with people. He has taught over 1,800 lessons with Coastline and brings patience, professionalism, and a calm demeanor to every session. Todd loves helping students of all... Read more...

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Phil D.

Phil D.

Phil D. Is a retired Firefighter with 30byears of experience in driver training. He is an avid waterman with 50 years of surfing and traveling the world. Phil enjoys teaching and interacting with people. Read more...

Michael B.

Michael B.

Michael is a retired nonprofit program director with degrees from all the best universities. He grew up in Michigan, but didn't learn to drive riding a tractor because tractors hadn't been invented yet. He also didn't live on a farm (though his unc... Read more...

Chandler C.

Chandler C.

Hello, Chandler recently, had a career change from working for a Christian non-profit towards education. His goal is to be a High School History or US Government teacher. Some areas of interest for him are politics, movies (he considers himself a bit... Read more...

Jojo P.

Jojo P.

Jojo is one of Coastline Academy's newest Driving Instructors, but please be reassured that she is more than capable of getting your student ready for the road. Jojo has over 8 years of teaching students all kinds of skill, as well as over 10 years o... 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.

How Can We Help?

Our customer service team is available from 7am to 8pm Pacific Time, 7 days a week.

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Text us at (800) 489-1896.

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