Driver's Manual Course: course at a glance
- 8-hour course based on the Virginia Driver's Manual; it may apply after qualifying knowledge-test failures.
- The correct training depends on age and when classroom Driver Education was completed.
- For applicants age 18 or older, DMV requires completion after the third failure and proof submitted before retesting.
- Under-18 enrollment at Alpha requires prior classroom completion and emailed proof before registration.
- This is not a Driver Improvement Clinic and does not satisfy the separate road-skills retest requirement.
- Verify your eligibility and online provider with DMV before enrolling.
- Read the Driver's Manual Course FAQ for eligibility and next steps.