Michigan teen driver education / First step
Segment 1.
Your first step behind the wheel.
New to driving? Start with a foundation in road rules, everyday decisions, and guided practice. Segment 1 brings classroom learning and driving instruction together.
Inside the course
Learn it.
Then put it into practice.
Build understanding before taking on more responsibility. This course helps you connect what you learn in class with the situations you encounter on the road.
- Understand the roadExplore signs, right-of-way, road rules, and the habits that support safer driving.
- Build practical skillsWork on vehicle control, observations, turns, and everyday driving decisions.
- Learn from observationWatch driving situations unfold and connect them with your own practice.
Before you enroll
Students must be at least 14 years, 8 months old to begin Segment 1.
Know your next step
A few things
to know.
Hours and eligibility shown are Michigan minimums. Read the official teen driver guide.
How long does it take?
Classroom instruction spans at least three weeks. Confirm the full session calendar and driving appointments with Zoomers.
What is required to finish?
Complete the required instruction and observation, and pass the Segment 1 state exam with at least 70%.
What happens after Segment 1?
After completing the course, apply for a Level 1 learner’s license through Michigan’s Secretary of State with a parent or guardian. This begins the next stage of supervised practice.
Already completed Segment 1?
Explore Segment 2