I Drive Smart teaches the Maryland State Driver Education Certification course for new drivers. This required course is mandated by the State of Maryland to obtain a Maryland State Driver's License.

• The course runs 30 hours in-class (10 three-hour sessions) and 6 hours behind-the-wheel (3 two-hour sessions).
• Classroom sessions cover:
  • Novice driver responsibilities and the Maryland Graduated Licensing System
  • Introducing operator and vehicle control tasks in a controlled environment
  • Space management system
  • Basic maneuvering
  • Risk reducing strategies for high speed, multi-lane expressways
  • Personal factors influencing operator performance (drugs and alcohol)
  • Environmental conditions that affect safe vehicle operation
  • Vehicle functions and malfunctions and collision reporting
• Behind-the-Wheel Training:
  • 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training
  • 3 two-hour sessions
  • one-on-one instruction for personalized attention

To register for a Driver Education Class:

1. Create a User Account by clicking Account Log-in. This will allow you to access our services and register for a class. Be sure to sign-in each time you visit our site!
2. View our Current Schedules to select the class time and location.
3. Schedule your Behind-the-Wheel Training Sessions.
   
   You may begin scheduling once you have completed the first in-class session and your student is in possession of a Maryland State Learner's Permit.
   
   You will be able to select from several convenient behind-the-wheel locations. Login to your I Drive Smart account by entering your username and password which was created by you when registering for your class. You will notice three unreserved behind-the-wheel sessions on your account. To begin scheduling please click on "select."
   
   Be sure to read our Behind-the-Wheel Terms as we enforce a strict cancellation/rescheduling policy.
   
   A learner's permit is required under MVA Regulations as of October 1, 2008 to participate in behind the wheel instruction.