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need?<\/h2><p>Starting driver education for the first time? Choose the complete teen program. Already taking classroom instruction at school or completed it elsewhere? Our driving-only option may be the right fit.<\/p><div class=\"nd-grid2\"><div class=\"nd-card\"><p class=\"nd-eyebrow\">CLASSROOM + DRIVING<\/p><h3>Complete Teen Driver Education<\/h3><p>For teens ages 15\u201317 who need both classroom instruction and driving lessons. Learn the rules of the road in class, then put those skills into practice with an instructor.<\/p><a href=\"#teen\" class=\"nd-button nd-button-alt\">Choose a teen class<\/a><\/div><div class=\"nd-card\"><p class=\"nd-eyebrow\">DRIVING LESSONS ONLY<\/p><h3>Behind-the-Wheel Driving Only<\/h3><p>For teens who are completing classroom instruction through a high school or have already completed it through another driver education program. This option covers driving instruction and does not include classroom classes.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=14792\" class=\"nd-button nd-button-alt\">Register for driving only<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section id=\"skokie-teen-packages\" class=\"nd-section\"><h2>Teen program packages &amp; pricing<\/h2><p>Choose the complete teen driver education package that fits your teen. Each package fulfills the Secretary of State driver education requirement.<\/p><div class=\"nd-packages\"><article class=\"nd-package\"><div><span>ESSENTIAL TRAINING<\/span><\/div><h3>Basic<\/h3><p class=\"nd-price\">$495<\/p><ul><li>30 hours of classroom instruction<\/li><li>6 hours behind the wheel<\/li><li>6 hours of observation<\/li><li>Permit test preparation<\/li><li>Pickup &amp; drop-off included<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"#teen\" class=\"nd-button nd-button-alt\">Choose a class \u2192<\/a><\/article><article class=\"nd-package featured\"><div><span>Most Popular<\/span><\/div><h3>Intermediate<\/h3><p class=\"nd-price\">$650<\/p><ul><li>30 hours of classroom instruction<\/li><li>8 hours behind the wheel<\/li><li>No observation required<\/li><li>Permit test preparation<\/li><li>Pickup &amp; drop-off included<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"#teen\" class=\"nd-button\">Choose a class \u2192<\/a><\/article><article class=\"nd-package\"><div><span>Best Value<\/span><\/div><h3>Advanced<\/h3><p class=\"nd-price\">$795<\/p><ul><li>30 hours of classroom instruction<\/li><li>10 hours behind the wheel<\/li><li>No observation required<\/li><li>Additional focus on highways &amp; advanced driving<\/li><li>Pickup &amp; drop-off included<\/li><li>Free online permit course ($70 value)<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"#teen\" class=\"nd-button nd-button-alt\">Choose a class \u2192<\/a><\/article><\/div><p class=\"nd-note\">Basic includes 6 hours of observation. Observation is optional with the Intermediate and Advanced packages.<\/p><\/section>\n<section class=\"nd-section\" id=\"teen\"><h2>Choose your class<\/h2>\n<p>These dates are for the complete teen program\u2019s classroom sessions. For driving-only lessons, use the separate registration link above.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"nd-schedule\"><div class=\"nd-classrow\"><div><h3>October 26 \u2013 November 19, 2026<\/h3><p>In-Person Class \u2022 Skokie<\/p><p>No class Veterans Day (11\/11)<\/p><\/div><div class=\"nd-classtime\"><p>7:00pm\u20139:00pm<\/p><p>Monday\u2013Thursday<\/p><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=23318\" class=\"nd-button\">Register<\/a><\/div><div class=\"nd-classrow\"><div><h3>November 23 \u2013 December 17, 2026<\/h3><p>In-Person Class \u2022 Skokie<\/p><p>No class Thanksgiving Day (11\/26)<\/p><\/div><div class=\"nd-classtime\"><p>7:00pm\u20139:00pm<\/p><p>Monday\u2013Thursday<\/p><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=23321\" class=\"nd-button\">Register<\/a><\/div><div class=\"nd-classrow\"><div><h3>December 21, 2026 \u2013 January 19, 2027<\/h3><p>In-Person Class \u2022 Skokie<\/p><p>Winter Break Class \u2022 No class: 12\/24, 12\/31, 01\/18<\/p><\/div><div class=\"nd-classtime\"><p>4:30pm\u20136:30pm<\/p><p>Monday\u2013Thursday<\/p><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=23324\" class=\"nd-button\">Register<\/a><\/div><div class=\"nd-classrow\"><div><h3>January 4 \u2013 January 28, 2027<\/h3><p>In-Person Class \u2022 Skokie<\/p><p>No class: 01\/18 MLK Day<\/p><\/div><div class=\"nd-classtime\"><p>7:00pm\u20139:00pm<\/p><p>Monday\u2013Thursday<\/p><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=23327\" class=\"nd-button\">Register<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"nd-section\"><h2>What\u2019s included in the complete teen program?<\/h2><h3>Classroom instruction<\/h3><p>The program includes 30 hours of classroom instruction covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving habits, and the decisions new drivers face on the road. Students attend the in-person class they select below. Driving appointments are scheduled separately from classroom sessions.<\/p><h3>Behind-the-wheel instruction<\/h3><p>Choose the driving package that fits your teen\u2019s needs. Packages offer different amounts of time behind the wheel, including 8-hour and 10-hour options for more practice. Your teen works with an instructor to build skills and confidence, with pickup available from home or school. Additional lessons can be arranged if your teen needs more practice.<\/p><h3>Observation<\/h3><p>The Basic package includes 6 hours of observation, where students watch and learn while another student drives. <strong>Observation is optional with the Intermediate (8-hour) and Advanced (10-hour) packages.<\/strong> Let us know your preference when registering.<\/p><\/section>\n<div class=\"nd-section\"><h2>From the classroom to the road<\/h2><div class=\"nd-steps\"><div><span>01<\/span><h3>Choose your program<\/h3><p>Select a class and driving package.<\/p><\/div><div><span>02<\/span><h3>Learn &amp; get your permit<\/h3><p>Begin classroom learning and the permit process.<\/p><\/div><div><span>03<\/span><h3>Practice driving<\/h3><p>Schedule lessons once you have your permit.<\/p><\/div><div><span>04<\/span><h3>Complete your program<\/h3><p>Finish classroom and driving requirements.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"nd-section\"><h2>Permits &amp; attendance<\/h2><h3>Getting your instruction permit<\/h3><p>Students can begin the permit process after ten days of classroom instruction. If your teen would like to start sooner, ask about our online permit course, which is included with the advanced program. We\u2019ll explain the next steps and paperwork. The Secretary of State charges a $20 permit fee.<\/p><h3>Missed classes<\/h3><p>Up to four classroom absences are allowed. Every missed class must be made up so your teen completes the full classroom requirement. Students are responsible for arranging their make-up classes; contact us for available times.<\/p><h3>Before getting a license<\/h3><p>Completing driver education is one part of getting a license. Students under 18 must also hold their instruction permit for at least nine months before getting their license.<\/p><\/section>\n<div class=\"nd-info\"><h2>Already have classroom instruction covered?<\/h2><p>Our driving-only program lets your teen take behind-the-wheel lessons with Northwestern while completing classroom instruction through a high school, or after finishing classroom instruction elsewhere. You do not need to enroll in one of the classroom dates below for driving-only lessons.<\/p><p>Register using the driving-only link, then contact us to discuss your teen\u2019s classroom status, permit, driving package, and scheduling.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwesterndriving.com\/?page_id=14792\" class=\"nd-button\">Register for driving only<\/a><\/div>\n<section class=\"nd-section\"><h2>Common questions<\/h2><details><summary>Do driving lessons take place during classroom hours?<\/summary><p>No. Driving lessons are scheduled separately, so your teen can attend class and arrange driving appointments around their schedule.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can we skip observation?<\/summary><p>Basic includes 6 hours of observation. Observation is optional with Intermediate (8 hours of driving) and Advanced (10 hours of driving); it is not required for those packages.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>My teen takes driver education at high school. Which option should we choose?<\/summary><p>Choose driving only if your teen needs behind-the-wheel instruction from us. Contact us so we can review their classroom status and explain the next steps.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What if we need help choosing?<\/summary><p>Call <a href=\"tel:7734653430\">773-465-3430<\/a>. We\u2019ll help you choose a program and explain how registration, permits, and driving appointments work.<\/p><\/details><\/section>\n<section class=\"nd-section\"><h2>Helpful resources for families<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"nd-resources\"><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cyberdriveillinois.com\/publications\/pdf_publications\/dsd_a217.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Guide for parents and their teen driver \/ 50-Hour Log Sheet<\/a>\n\n<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cyberdriveillinois.com\/publications\/pdf_publications\/dsd_a211.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Parent\/Teen driving contract.<\/a>\n\n<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilsos.gov\/content\/dam\/publications\/pdf_publications\/dsd_a112.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Illinois Rules of the Road (2026)<\/a>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nwdsonline.com\" class=\"nd-button nd-button-alt\">Explore online permit practice \u2192<\/a><p>Our $70 online permit practice course helps students prepare for the Illinois written permit exam at home. 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