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5 Hour Pre-licensing ​MV-278 Course

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ZOOM™ 5 Hour Pre-licensing Class MV-278

Governor Cuomo Announces DMV Licensed Driving Schools Can Now Conduct Distance Learning Pre-Licensing Courses
5 Hpur Class - Pre-licensing Course MV-278
5 Hour Class - Pre-licensing Course MV-278
Requirements:
- You must have a valid photo learner’s permit to register
- You  must have a computer with internet access, and knowledge to login to Zoom
- Certificate of Completion will be mailed to the address in the Learner's Permit by the next business day
- A satisfactory grade from your course instructor is required to receive your certificate
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5 Hour Pre-licensing MV-278 Course
Effective April 21, 2018 as per the New York State Commissioner of Motor Vehicles:
  • Students must present his/her original Original Photo Learner Permit to the instructor at the pre-licensing course​
  • The Original Photo Learner Permit is the only acceptable form of identification.
  • All Photo Learner Permits are to be examined by the instructor at the beginning of class, and when issuing a completion certificate, any altered or suspicious permit should be reported to your nearest DMV office. 
5 hour class FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the Five Hour Pre-licensing Course
1. Can I take the 5 Hour Pre-licensing Course Online?
Yes, now you can take this class via ZOOM fro the confort of your place of choice. our class is Certified by the Department of Motor Vehicles
2. WHO MUST TAKE THIS COURSE?
​​The Five Hour Pre-licensing MV-278 is required for any driver looking to obtain a New York State Driver's License regardless of applicant's age. Driver's Education Certificate MV-285 holders are exempt from taking this course.
3. WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT?
It is a DMV-approved, standardized classroom course that provides knowledge you will need as a new driver.  The course covers many important topics, including
  • driving within the highway transportation system
  • driver habits and skills
  • feelings, attitudes and risk taking
  • alcohol, other drugs and driving
​4. IS THERE A TEST AT THE END OF THIS COURSE?
​No, there is no test but students must be present for the entire length of the course to receive a completion certificate MV-278
5. FOR HOW LONG IS MY FIVE HOUR PRE-LICENSING CERTIFICATE VALID?
Your MV-278 certificate is valid for 1 year from the date of issuance. You must have a valid certificate when you schedule a road test. If your certificate is expired, you cannot schedule a road test. You can take your road test if your certificate is expired as long as your appointment was scheduled while the certificate was valid.
6. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MV-278 AND MV-285?
​MV-278 (certificate of completion) is granted to everyone who completes a Five Hour Pre-licensing Course. This certificate of completion is valid for one year from the date of issuance. MV-285  (certificate of completion) is granted to 16 and 17 years of age student drivers when they successfully complete a drivers education course in their high school or college. This certificate of completion is valid for two years from the date of issuance.
7. WHY DO I HAVE TO TAKE THIS COURSE?
The goal of the Department of Motor Vehicles Five Hour Pre-licensing MV-278 Course is to prevent motor vehicle crashes, save lives, and reduce the severity of injuries suffered in crashes. ​​​​
8. WHEN DO I GET MY CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION MV-278?
At the New York Auto School you will receive your student's certificate of completion MV-278 immediately after the class.
9. IS DEFENSIVE DRIVING THE SAME AS THE FIVE HOUR COURSE?
No, Defensive Driving also known as the Point and Insurance Reduction Program (PIRP) is a six hour course designed to help lower auto insurance premiums and points from the DMV driving record. A Defensive Driving course is not accepted to take a road test and a Five Hour Course certificate is not accepted for insurance or point reduction.

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​The Five Hour Pre-licensing MV-278 is a DMV-designed classroom-only (There is not a DMV Approved Online Version) course required for any driver looking to obtain a New York State Driver's License regardless of applicant's age. Driver's Education Certificate MV-285 holders are exempt from taking this course. For many students, this course is the only formal opportunity to learn the basic rules of the road, safe driving principles, defensive driving skills, and other factors which affect safety while driving.

​REQUIREMENTS:
  • Original and valid New York State Photo Learner's Permit
  • $60.00​ (only cash when paid upon arrival)​


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