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Ohio Online Driver’s Ed – State-Approved 24-Hour Driver Education Course (Class D) – Mobile Portal Version

Ohio DPS Licensed • Accepted at Every Ohio BMV • Teen & Adult Online Driver Ed
 
FAQ Breakdown
  1. Course Licensure
  2. Payment, Pricing & Refunds
  3. Eligibility & Age Requirements
  4. Course Information & Requirements
  5. Troubleshooting
  6. Additional Resources & Helpful Links
 
 
Section 1: Course Licensure
Is This Online Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course Approved by the Ohio BMV?
Yes. Our Class D, 24-Hour Online Driver Education Course is licensed by the Ohio Department of Public Safety (DPS) (License #1421).
 
Section 2: Payment, Pricing & Refunds
How Much Does the Ohio Online Driver’s Ed Course Cost? 
Our course is offered in two formats: a Website version and a Mobile/Portable version. This is the Mobile/Portable version, designed for use on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
Mobile/Portable Version: $135
Includes:
  • Full course narration
  • Works on all devices
  • Study anywhere, anytime
  • Automatically saves progress
General Payment Information: 
  • Course payments are made to Costech Technologies or Costech USA, and receipts will appear under one of these names.
  • Payments can only be made by Credit Card, not Debit Card.  
  • Once payment is received, the Student/Parent will be notified via email.
Refund Policy:
  • Refund requests must be submitted within 7 days of registration.
  • Approved refunds will be issued as a full refund minus a $10 administrative fee.
Section 3: Eligibility & Age Requirements
Who Must Take the Ohio Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course?
You must complete this course if you are a(n):
  • Teen driver (under age 18)
  • Adult driver (under age 21)
  • Temporary Resident / Limited Term License applicant (Permit states “non-renewable, non-transferable”)
NEW Ohio Law for Ages 18–20 (Effective September 30, 2025)
If you are 18 to 20, you must take the full Class D Driver Education Course if:
  • You are a new driver under 21, OR
  • You fail any portion of your BMV driving test before age 21. This training must be completed before scheduling your next driving test.
When can you start Driver Ed in Ohio?
The minimum age to begin Ohio’s Online Driver Education Course is 15 years and 5 months.
 
Do I Need a Learner’s Permit to Start?
No - You may start the course without a Temporary Permit Identification Card (TIPIC), but you must have a valid Ohio Learner’s Permit before your Completion Certificate can be issued. All registration details must exactly match your Permit. If you registered before receiving your Ohio Learner’s Permit, you must provide your Permit Number to us as soon as you obtain it so we can update your student record and ensure your Completion Certificate is issued correctly.
 
 
Section 4: Course Information & Time Requirements
What Will I Learn in the Ohio Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course?
Our curriculum follows the official Ohio Driver Training Curriculum and includes:
  • Ohio traffic laws & road rules
  • Defensive driving strategies
  • Hazard recognition & risk prevention
  • Distracted & impaired driving awareness
  • Space management & safe scanning techniques
  • Vehicle handling & safe control
  • Driving in adverse weather
  • Emergency situations & collision avoidance
  • Sharing the road (bicycles, pedestrians, trucks, motorcycles, etc.)
  • Signs, signals & pavement markings
  • Vehicle systems & driver responsibilities
  • Safe and responsible vehicle operation
  • Driving responsibilities & vehicle systems
 
How does the Ohio Online Driver’s Ed Course Work?
  1. Register Online - Sign up for our Ohio Online Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course.

  2. After You Register - Registration is completed on our website. Once the registration form is submitted, the Student and Parent will receive the Welcome Email. This email confirms that you have successfully registered for the Class D, 24-Hour Online Driver Education Course – Mobile Version. Please note that this is not a payment confirmation. Once payment is made, you will receive a Payment Confirmation Email with instructions on how to download our Mobile Portal.

  3. Download our Mobile Portal - You must complete registration first before downloading the App. The App does not allow account creation - it only allows you to log in using the Username and Password that you created during website registration.
  4. Study at Your Own Pace - Log in from any device.
  5. Complete the Course - Your progress and time are automatically tracked as required by Ohio DPS.
  6. Receive Your Official Completion Certificate - Once you finish the course and meet all requirements, we will email your Ohio DPS-approved Certificate of Completion.
  7. Begin Behind-the-Wheel Training – Take your certificate to any licensed driving school to start your required 8 hours of in-car training.

 

What are the Training Requirements for Ohio Teens, Under-21 Drivers, and Temporary Resident/Limited-Term License Applicants?

Completing the 24-hour online course satisfies the classroom portion only. Ohio requires the following for drivers under age 21:
  1. Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course,
  2. 8 hours of behind-the-wheel training with a licensed instructor, 
  3. 50 hours of supervised driving, including at least 10 hours of night driving, with a licensed driver age 21 or older; and 
  4. BMV 5791 Fifty-Hour Affidavit, completed and notarized
* You may enroll and begin the course without having a TIPIC. However, you must have your TIPIC by the time you complete the course, as your Completion Certificate cannot be issued without a valid number on file.
 
What Happens After I Finish the Course?
  • Once you successfully pass the Final Exam, we will receive your completion confirmation.
  • Our certified Ohio Instructor will then issue your Official Completion Certificate, which will be emailed to the Student and Parent Email Address on file.
  • You will need the 24-Hour Completion Certificate to schedule your 8 hours of behind-the-wheel training with a licensed instructor.
  • Please note that we are the Online Course Provider only. You must contact the driving school of your choice directly to arrange your behind-the-wheel training sessions.

 

Does This Online Course Replace The In-Car Driving Requirement?
No. This course fulfills the 24-hour classroom requirement only. You must still complete the remaining requirements. 
 
Does my Certificate of Completion Expire?
  • It remains valid until you turn 21.
  • If you are 21 or older and your certificate is more than 12 months old, the BMV requires an Abbreviated Adult Course before retesting.

Do 18–20-year-olds need to hold a Permit for 6 Months?
No. Only teens under age 18 are part of Ohio’s Graduated Driver Licensing program. The six-month rule does not apply to ages 18–20.

How fast can I finish the Ohio Class D, 24-Hour Driver Education Course?
Ohio law limits online study to a maximum of 4 hours per day. 
 
Ohio Online Driver’s Ed Time Requirements (24-Hour Class D Course Rules)
Ohio law sets specific time limits and course completion requirements for the Class D, 24-Hour Online Driver Education Course. All online driver training providers must follow these state-mandated rules:
  1. Maximum 4 hours (240 minutes) per day of online study
  2. Mandatory break after 2 hours (120 minutes) of continuous study (auto logout enforced)
  3. Auto-logout after 15 minutes of inactivity
  4. 180-day (6-month) deadline to finish the full course from the day you begin
  5. Minimum Course Time Requirement: 24 hours
  6. Course Time vs Login Time - 
    1. Course Time is the only time that counts toward Ohio’s required 24 hours of Online Driver Education. Course Time includes actively completing pages, quizzes, videos, and activities.
    2. Login Time is any time you are logged in but not working. Being logged in without completing coursework does not count toward the 24-hour requirement.

 

Can I Finish the Course as Soon as I reach the 24 Hours of Course Time?
No. Reaching the 24-hour Course Time requirement does not mean the course is complete. To officially finish the Ohio Class D, 24-Hour Online Driver Education Course, you must:

  1. Complete every module and page in order,
  2. Pass all quizzes and tests with 75% or higher, and
  3. Take and pass the Final Exam.
    1. The Final Exam becomes available only after you complete the full course.
    2. Meeting the time requirement alone is not enough to receive your Completion Certificate.

 

Do I Have to Take and Pass a Test or Final Exam to Complete the Course?
  1. Video Questions: If answered incorrectly, the video must be re-watched before you may continue.
  2. Module Quizzes & Tests: Each Module ends with a Test, and a minimum passing score of 75% is required to move forward.
    • If a Quiz/Test score is below 75%:
      1. The incorrect questions must be reviewed before retesting.
      2. The Quiz/Test may be retaken as many times as needed until a passing score is achieved.
  3. Final Exam: The course concludes with a 50-question multiple-choice Final Exam, which also requires a minimum passing score of 75%.
    • You have three (3) attempts to pass the Final Exam.
    • The Final Exam may be attempted only once per calendar day.
    • If all 3 attempts are unsuccessful, the entire course must be repeated, and a reinstatement fee will apply.

 

Do I Need the Latest Version of the Driver’s Ed Mobile Portal?
Yes. You must always use the latest version to ensure proper course timing, page loading, and quiz functionality. Most issues, such as pages not loading, timers not working, or login errors, are caused by using an outdated version of the portal.

Go to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, check for an Update, and install the newest version. Updating ensures:

  • Accurate Ohio DPS-required time tracking
  • Smooth performance
  • Bug fixes and improved stability

Once updated, simply reopen the Mobile Portal and continue your course.

 
OTHER RESOURCES: 
How do I get a Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC)?
  1. Meet the Age Requirement
  2. Bring Required Documents
  3. Take the Vision Screening
  4. Pass the Written Knowledge Test
  5. Purchase Your TIPIC
  6. Follow Permit Rules

Once issued, your TIPIC is typically valid for one year and is the first step toward earning your Ohio Driver’s License.