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Wapakoneta Ohio Teen Driving Guide

What parents and teenagers need to know about the learn-to-drive process in Wapakoneta, OH

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6 steps for your teen to get their license in Wapakoneta, Ohio.
1
Enroll in an Ohio Driver's Ed Program
WHEN: Your teen can start classroom instruction as soon as 15 years and 5 months.
DURATION: Ohio law requires 24 hours of classroom instruction.
WHY: By knocking out some classroom hours beforehand, teens will be better prepared for the permit test.
WHERE: Classroom instruction can be done in-person at a local driving school or online.
ONLINE DRIVING PROGRAMS:
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Ohio-approved online course that your Teen can complete at home on their computer
IN-PERSON DRIVING PROGRAMS NEAR YOU:
Master & Sylvania Driving School
1 West Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
 (419) 841-4458
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Capabilities, Inc.
1210 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH 45885
 (419) 394-0003
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Always Right Driving School, LLC
2501 Slabtown Road, Columbus Grove, OH 45801
 (419) 303-8142
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Shelby County Driving School, LLC - Minster HS
100 E. Seventh St, Minster, OH 45865
 (937) 492-3167
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All Star Driver Education ? Celina H.S.
715 E. Wayne Stree, Celina, OH 45822
 (800) 967-7719
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Master and Sylvania Driving School
700 N Main St, Celina, OH 45822
 (800) 580-9555
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Shelby County Driving School, LLC
920 Wapakoneta Ave, Sidney, OH 45365
 (937) 492-3167
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Always Right Driving School
210 South High Street, Columbus Grove, OH 45830
 (419) 303-8142
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Mr. E's Driving School, LLC ? Parkway High School
400 Buckeye St., Rockford, OH 45882
 (419) 363-3455
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St. Henry Driving School
391 E. Columbus St., St. Henry, OH 45883
 (419) 852-0588
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Pass the Learner's Permit Exam
WHEN: Your teen can take the learner's permit exam exam any time after they turn 15 years and 6 months.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring the original or certified birth certificate, social security card, and a document that proves residence with a street address (bank statement, utility bill).
WHY: This tests knowledge of Ohio driving laws, as well as a vision test.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Ohio BMV location, but note that only some locations provide testing services.
LOCATIONS AROUND THE WAPAKONETA AREA WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles - Agency #0607
604 S. Blackhoof St. P.O. Box 15, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
 (419) 738-6818
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles - Agency #0218
2302 Harding Hwy. Eastgate Mall, Lima, OH 45804
 (419) 221-3533
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles - Agency #0215
419 N. Elizabeth St. Suite B, Lima, OH 45801
 (419) 229-9888
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles - Agency #5408
320 Portland St., Celina, OH 45822
 (419) 586-7144
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles - Agency #7502
1000 Milligan Ct., Suite 100, Sidney, OH 45365
 (937) 497-8247
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Practice Driving On Ohio Roads with a Parent
WHEN: This takes place during the time when your teen has their permit, from 6 to 12 months.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should always carry their Ohio learner's permit each time they drive. A parent or guardian is required to be present. Use the DRVN app to guide development and track time.
DURATION: Ohio law requires 50 hours of supervised driving time, with 10 of these hours at night.
WHERE: Practice driving on a range of roads, from residential to city to freeways. Focus especially on roads in and around the Wapakoneta, Ohio area to build familiarity with local traffic.
MOBILE COACHING APP FOR PARENTS AND TEENS:
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This Mobile App makes it easy for parents to guide skills development and track practice driving time.
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Practice Driving with an Instructor In Ohio
WHEN: This takes place while your teen has their Ohio learner's permit, and at the same time as classroom instruction.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Your teen should carry their learner's permit, and you'll need to acquire the services of a license Ohio Driving instructor.
DURATION: Ohio law requires 8 hours of behind-the-wheel practice with an instructor.
Professional driving instructor services are available at most state-certified driving schools.
DRIVING INSTRUCTORS IN THE WAPAKONETA, OHIO AREA:
Master & Sylvania Driving School
1 West Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
 (419) 841-4458
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Capabilities, Inc.
1210 Celina Road, St. Marys, OH 45885
 (419) 394-0003
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Always Right Driving School, LLC
2501 Slabtown Road, Columbus Grove, OH 45801
 (419) 303-8142
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Directions
Shelby County Driving School, LLC - Minster HS
100 E. Seventh St, Minster, OH 45865
 (937) 492-3167
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Directions
All Star Driver Education ? Celina H.S.
715 E. Wayne Stree, Celina, OH 45822
 (800) 967-7719
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Directions
Master and Sylvania Driving School
700 N Main St, Celina, OH 45822
 (800) 580-9555
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Allen's Driving School
186 E. Hoewisher Road, Sidney, OH 45365
 (937) 492-0643
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Shelby County Driving School, LLC
920 Wapakoneta Ave, Sidney, OH 45365
 (937) 492-3167
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Always Right Driving School
210 South High Street, Columbus Grove, OH 45830
 (419) 303-8142
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Debbie's Driving Academy
8149 Slabtown Road, Columbus Grove, OH 45830
 (419) 641-6400
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Take the Ohio Driver's License Exam
WHEN: When your teen turns 16, and they have completed the classroom and driving requirements listed above, schedule the final road test with the BMV.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Bring your learner's permit, 50-hour affidavit signed by your parent, and certificates of completion for the classroom and driving instruction.
WHERE: Take the exam at an Ohio BMV location, but note that only some locations provide this exam. Make sure to schedule the exam in advance.
LOCATIONS WHERE YOU CAN TAKE THE EXAM:
Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
15472 Wapakoneta-Fisher Rd., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
 (877) 487-7439
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
419 N. Elizabeth St. Suite C, Lima, OH 45801
 (877) 487-7439
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
419 N. Elizabeth St. Suite C, Lima, OH 45801
 (877) 487-7439
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
330 Portland St., Celina, OH 45822
 (877) 487-7439
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Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
1000 Milligan Ct., Suite 102, Sidney, OH 45365
 (877) 487-7439
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6
Purchase Car Insurance Coverage In Ohio For Your Teen
WHEN: Your teen is automatically covered under your policy when they have their permit, at no additional cost. However, once they get their full license and start driving, they will need a separate insurance coverage. Be prepared, this can be costly.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED: You'll need to provide your insurance agent with a copy of your teen's driver's license, plus information on the primary vehicle that they will be driving. If your teen is a good student with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher, many insurers will offer discounts if you provide a copy of their grade card.
WHERE: Start with your insurance agent, but make sure to shop around!

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