Driver Education

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Driver Education

Albany Campus
Red Cedar Hall, Room 121-B
driversed@linnbenton.edu
541-917-4856

  • Monday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
  • Friday: by appointment only

 

Registration Opens on December 1 at 8:00am.

Review documents below to prepare for registration.

 

We have over 30 years of experience teaching Driver Education in Linn and Benton counties.  Courses are approved by the Oregon Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Division and utilize their curriculum.

 

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Interested in Registering?

Please follow these steps to ensure you are prepared for open registration:

  1. Read our Program Expectations and Handbook
  2. Read our Registration Guide and Course Information Packet
  3. Be ready for open registration for your preferred class!

LBCC faculty and staff registration information.

Traditional Driver Education

This course is designed to help you obtain a license and acquire a set of low-risk driving behaviors that will serve for a lifetime of crash-free driving. Includes 30 hours of class participation, six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, six hours of behind-the-wheel observation, and five hours of documented home driving practice.

Course Information & Calendar
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Other Classes

Learn vehicle operation and safety skills. This is not your typical Driver Education course; students do not qualify for the DMV waiver. Includes six hours of classroom instruction and one and a half hours of in-car training (to be scheduled). You must have an Oregon Driver's License or Permit.

No classes available for fall or winter terms. 

Having trouble passing the permit test or just need help studying? This course covers the Oregon Driver Manual and what you need to know to pass the Oregon Driver permit test.

Term CRN Date Time Location Cost
Winter 2026 34541 March 2 5:30pm - 7:30pm Zoom $59


Registration opens December 1.

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While utilizing impairment googles, experience the challenges of attempting to complete a variety of everyday tasks.

Term CRN Date Time Location Cost
Winter 2026 36398 January 31 1:00pm - 2:50pm Albany $39


Registration opens December 1.

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Fee Assistance & Payments

Please submit applications at least one week prior to open registration. Eligible students receive a $75 waiver. Scholarships, financial aid, and other tuition assistance do not apply to Driver Education.

Fee Assistance Form

We are currently working on online payment processing for fees. In the meantime, if you need assistance with replacements or reassessments, please contact us (see card at the top of the page).

We offer two, four, or six hours of private one-on-one, in-car lessons with one of our certified driving instructors. Availability varies based on location and driving instructor schedules. Students must have a valid Oregon permit or license and provide car insurance information (which can be provided by a parent/guardian or other eligible adult with whom the student is practicing driving).

For questions or details, please contact us (see card at the top of the page).

 

Work up to 16 hours a week during the school year and up to 40 hours a week during summer term. Hours are flexible with competitive pay. Driving time is scheduled by the instructor, and LBCC will provide the instruction vehicle. Please contact richeym@linnbenton.edu for more information.

Requirements

Candidates must be 23 years of age with a minimum of three years driving experience. Must be computer literate and fluent with standard Google Suite applications. Must be able to work with students of all ages.

Preferences

Preference given to applicants who are bilingual, specifically in Spanish. Preference given to those with training as law enforcement, emergency personal, nurses, mail carriers, delivery drivers, public transit drivers, or K-12 teachers.

Special Instructions

Applicants are responsible for completing a nine-week certification to earn their ODOT Instructor Certification. Applicants are responsible for the cost of training, with potential partial reimbursement after two terms of service.