Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Requirements Page
Q.  How old do I need to be to attend driving school classroom sessions?
A.  You may be 14 years old to attend class however after you complete the classroom portion of the driver education program you will not be issued a course completion slip until you become 15 years of age.  Your course completion card will be mailed to you on your 15th birthday or you can pick it up at the United Driving School office at 5125 W. 6th Street Goodview, MN..
Any questions not answered here can be quickly answered by calling the United Driving School at 507-454-6799 or submitting 
them online through the "contact us" button..
Q.  Does the United Driving School teach adults?
A.  Yes, we gladly accept students of all ages.
Q.  Where can I get a Minnesota Drivers Manual?
A.   In March 2011 Minnesota went "green" and stopped printing copies.            You can download a copy from the state website or just read it online. 
      Go to www.dps.state.mn.us./dvs
Q.  We live in Wisconsin but the program here doesn't fit our schedule.  Can we take the United
     Driving School course in Winona and still get a Wisconsin permit and license to drive?
A.  Yes we are certified to teach in both states and can help your student learn to drive safely as
     well as be qualified to take and pass the Wisconsin tests.  We also offer programs in several
     Wisconsin cities.
Q.  What should I bring to the first class session?
A.  You will need to bring a pen or pencil, a notebook or tablet, your original Birth Certificate            (issued by the state you were born in) or Passport, Social Security Card (not laminated), and
    payment for the course.
                                                   Requirements Recap:
* Students must be 15 years of age by the completion date of the classroom portion in order to
   receive a course completion certificate.  If student is not 15 by the last class date a card will
   be mailed to their permanent address on their birthday or it can be picked up on their birth-
   day at the United Driving School office at 5125 W. 6th Street Goodview, MN.
 
 
* Student will need to bring an original copy of their Birth Certificate (issued by the state where
  they were born) or a valid Passport and the students Social Security Card (not laminated).
  Note: originals only no photo copies can be accepted.
 
* Have your parents permission to enter program if under 18 years of age.
 
* After successfully completing 30 hours of classroom instruction students will receive
  a course completion slip entitling them to take the Minnesota drivers knowledge     
  (permit) test.
 
* Passing the knowledge (permit) test and vision test and paying $12.00 (state fee) the
  student will then be allowed to operate a motor vehicle with proper supervision.
 
* Students may then contact the United Driving School office to schedule their behind the 
  wheel instructions by calling 507-454-6799.
 
Q.  When I finish the classroom portion of the driving experience can I drive with my parents?
A.  No.  You will be given a course completion certificate which allows you to take a knowledge or
    permit test at a Minnesota driving exam center.  Scoring 80% or above will give you a passing score,
    passing a vision screening test, and paying the state fee you will be issued a permit to drive.
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Q.  How can I be sure my child will receive the best possible training on current driving rules & techniques for safely operating a motor vehicle?


United Driving School instructors are certified and licensed by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety after a rigorous training process involving both classroom hours as well as actual behind the wheel sessions with other licensed instructors and representatives from the Driver & Vehicle Services division.