Remedial Program / Suspension (Graduate to Safety)
4-Hour Remedial Course
Need to complete a driver remedial education course? Find your class date, see what to bring, and take care of your course requirement with Northwestern Driving School.
Is this the course you need?
The Graduate to Safety remedial course is for drivers who are required to complete driver remedial education. Your Illinois Secretary of State suspension notice will indicate whether this course is part of your reinstatement requirements.
Have your notice handy when you call. We can help you confirm the course and choose a class.
Upcoming classes
Call 773-465-3430 to register and confirm your class location. All times are local Illinois time.
| Date | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 1:30–5:30 p.m. | Skokie | Call to register |
| Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 8 a.m.–12 p.m. | Springfield | Class full |
| Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Elgin | Class full |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Waukegan | Class full |
| Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 1:30–5:30 p.m. | Skokie | Call to confirm availability |
Can’t find a class date that works for you? Call us at 773-465-3430 for additional dates and times. We’ll try to work with your schedule.
Skokie classroom: 4554 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60076.
Need another date or location? Call about classes in Springfield, Rockford, Elgin, Waukegan, Addison, or Joliet. Confirm the address when registering.
Schedules may change. If you have not registered, check with us the day before you plan to attend.
What to bring
- One form of identification: driver’s license, state ID, passport, or school ID.
- Your letter stating that a remedial course is required, if you have it.
We provide the classroom materials and books. Plan to attend the full four-hour course.
What happens afterward?
We provide course certification and electronically submit your completion to the Illinois Secretary of State.
Ask us about submission and processing times when you register, especially if you have an upcoming deadline.
Course completion and license reinstatement are separate steps. Follow the requirements on your suspension notice and confirm your driving privileges with the Illinois Secretary of State before driving. State reinstatement fees and other requirements are separate from the $100 course fee.
Quick questions
Are there extra course fees?
The four-hour course costs $100, including classroom materials and books. State reinstatement fees are separate.
Is this the same as the 6-hour adult online course?
No. This is the four-hour Graduate to Safety remedial course. The six-hour adult driver education course is a different program. Call us if you are unsure which course you need.
What if my preferred class is full?
Call 773-465-3430 for additional dates and locations.
Where can I check the state’s requirements?
Review your suspension notice and the Illinois Secretary of State Remedial Education Program information.
Ready to choose a class?
We’ll confirm your date, location, and what you need to bring.