Teen Classes

Portland Oregon Teen Driver Ed Includes the drive test

If a student has passed an ODOT-Approved Driver Education course, there is no drive test needed!
After passing the drivers education class you receive a “waiver card” also called “Driver Education Certificate of Completion”
It is a printed plastic card with hologram and the same size as a credit card

I received my waiver card what do I do to get a Driver’s License

Make an appointment or visit a DMV office​ for standby service;

Start your application online (with parent signature) if this will be your first issuance in Oregon;

Show proof of your physical address and identity (if you want a REAL ID​ you must bring additional documents);

Pass a vision test (you may have already completed this when you received your licence);

Pay the fee​; and

Get your picture taken.

Do you need a REAL ID from Oregon DMV (Department of Transportation)

In May of 2025, to board an airplane, you will need a particular type of identification such as a passport or a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card. Find out more about REAL ID​.

To switch to a REAL ​ID-compliant license or ID card, you need to make an appointment or visit a DMV office​ for standby service.

• Your license will be mailed to the address on the application. If you move, it will not go to a forwarding address.
• Photo Rules – These items are not allowed in a photo:
  • Eyeglasses;
  • Sunglasses;
  • Hat or head covering (other than religious);
  • Contacts that change the appearance of the eye;
  • Face paint;
  • Stickers or bandages; or
  • ​Anything that covers your face or changes your appearance.
• ​​You must turn in any driver’s license, permit, or ID card from Oregon, another state or country, waiver card, or Driver Education Certificate of Completion if you have one.
• Your driving privilege cannot be expired, suspended, cancelled, or revoked in any state.

Where to find Portland Oregon Teen Drivers Ed Classes 1stlearntodrive

What if I fail the ODOT-Approved Driver Education course drive test

You have 3 attempts. 1stLearnToDrive has the first attempt as part of the course and will provide a 2nd attempt for free, if you have all your homework completed.

If a teen has not completed or has failed an ODOT-Approved Driver Education course and needs to take a skills (drive) test, one can be scheduled through DMV2U. Alternatively, DMV has contracted with Class C Testing Businesses for that service. These services perform the drive test for a fee.