frequently asked questions
Requirements
I want to get my license but i'm not sure what I need to do. What are the requirements?
Do I have to have my permit before taking the 8 hour class?
It depends: If your student is under the age of seventeen, they are required by law to attend the 8 hour instruction class and have at least 6 hours of Behind the Wheel instruction with a certified instructor. Each student must also gain experience for at least 40 hours with a licensed parent or guardian before they can attempt the road test.
No, you do not need to have your permit to attend the 8 hour instruction class. We do offer permit tests to anyone interested at the end of each class for free. You will need to have your permit before you can drive during the Behind the Wheel section of our course.
Do you offer courses for adults and teens who aren’t required to take the 8 hour class?
Classes
If you are an experienced driver, yes, we offer an Evaluation / Practice drive and road test for anyone over the age of seventeen for $225 with additional practice drives for $75/ 1hr. However, if you are inexperienced, you will need to take the 8 hour class and 6 hours BTW in order for us to help you.
What is the 8 hour class like?
At Bee Safe Driving School, we pride ourselves on having a fun, informative class filled with stories, jokes, Kahoots, instruction, and much more. You will learn everything you need to know about how to be a safe, confident driver on the road, and have fun doing it! Many of our students come to our class anxious and nervous. We welcome those students and begin to work on nervousness and anxiety. We relax and reassure our students in order to help them get their drivers license.
What are the benefits of the 8 hour class?
What is the cost for driving school?
During the 8 hour class, you will receive top-notch instruction from one of our certified instructors. They will help relax and reassure you. During the class, you will get to know the instructor, and that they are pulling for you every step of the way to get your license and stay safe on the road. Upon completion of the course and once you pass your test, you will receive a certificate of completion that you can then send to your insurance company. The insurance company offers you a discount for your safe driving which is also designed to pay for the course over time!
The 8 hour class, 6 hours Behind the Wheel instruction, and the test cost $430. You can set up partial payments with EZ-Pay and get started for $200. The balance will need to be paid before we can schedule the Behind the Wheel training.
Can I take the class in one location and do Behind the Wheel training in another?
Do I need to bring anything to this class?
We consider ourselves the friendly neighborhood driving school and try to set up in convenient locations all across South Carolina. Part of the course includes 6 hours of Behind the Wheel training, and unlike many schools in SC, we pride ourselves on being able to take the time with each individual student that we need, in order to help them feel confident and safe on the road. With that in mind, our instructors only drive up to 15 miles away from the class location to pick up students. Keep in mind, most locations have classes every 3-5 weeks.
We will provide pens, paper, snacks, water, soda, lunch, and plenty of breaks. We will be having pizza for lunch, but if you prefer something else please make arrangements. We will be playing Kahoots, so please bring a fully charged phone, wifi will be provided if neccessary.
How do I register for the class?
How soon after the class can I begin my Behind the Wheel drives?
To register for our class, you can go onto our upcoming classes page and look for the next available class that is in your location and select "register". Choose which ticket you would like for that date and add in your information. Please note that we cannot secure your spot in one of our classes once an invoice has been sent until at least partial payment is made.
After the class, the instructor will contact the student to set up the Behind the Wheel drives via text.
Is there an online or self paced class I can take?
Behind the Wheel
We believe that nothing says "I dont care" more than an online driver education program. We are proud of the fact that all of our classes are in person classes so we can look at our students and see if we are getting through or not. Our classes are fun and full of important information. And live and in person!
How long will it take me to get my license?
How long are the BTW drives?
Assuming you have your permit for 180 days and have at least 40 hours of Behind the Wheel training with a parent or guardian if you are under the age of 17, the normal time-frames are as follows. Confident and ready: 3-4 weeks Intermediate: 3-5 weeks Beginner: Depends on how much time the parent has to practice with you.
Most drives are usually scheduled for two hours, this is designed to break it down into 3 separate drives so you have plenty of time to practice what we have gone over during the first drive. You may schedule 3 hour drives if you feel confident in your abilities.
What if something comes up and I have to cancel a BTW drive?
Can you pick up me up from anywhere (home, school, work, etc..)?
Scheduled drives can be canceled with a 24 hour notice. If less than 24 hours, a $25 rescheduling fee applies.
Yes, as long as your location is within the area we provide the service for. For example, if you are taking the class in Easley; home, school, work addresses must be in Easley. Anything over 15 miles requires a $25 fee per drive.
What if i'm too nervous to drive on the roads?
What if I do not pass my road test?
Our instructors are trained to work with nervous drivers, so we will work with you to help raise your confidence and eliminate nerves and anxiety. We will work with you in a safe environment until you feel confident that you can control the vehicle safely. Then we will get you on the road to gain confidence and become more comfortable with driving in traffic. Our instructors will help you find a route that you can work with your parent or guardian on to prepare you for your next drive.
The vast majority do pass the road test on the first try. Unfortunately, some do not, mostly because they are just nervous. You may retake your road test with us after 3 business days with a retesting fee of $50.