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Right Route Driving School offers comprehensive adult driver education programs approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Whether you’re a new driver, need remedial training, or require an abbreviated course after failing your road test, we have the right program for you.
Adult Lessons (18+) — Fast, focused, confidence-building
New drivers, international transfers, or those returning to the road get personalized coaching on parking, freeway merging, lane discipline, and maneuverability—with mock tests in Cincinnati and Columbus.
If you’re 18+ and fail your first test
Ohio requires an Abbreviated Adult course before you retest: 4 hours class/online plus either 24 hours supervised practice or 4 hours BTW with an instructor. We’ll guide you to the right option and provide the in-car hours
From Sept 30, 2025
Ages 18–20 must complete the full under-21 training path (24/8/50) prior to licensing.
Required for adults 18+ who failed their first driving test attempt
4-hour state-approved online course
4 hours behind-the-wheel instruction with certified instructor
Focus on areas that caused test failure
Road test preparation and practice
Modern training vehicles
For adults who completed online portion elsewhere
4 hours mandated behind-the-wheel instruction
Expert instructor guidance
Focus on test failure areas
Road test preparation
Modern, safe training vehicles
4-Hour BMV-Approved Course for Test Retakers
IMPORTANT: This covers classroom requirement only. You still need 4 hours professional instruction OR 24 hours with licensed adult.
Recommended: Online Course Only
Required: Remedial Program

Our adult students have the highest success rate in Columbus for passing their road test on the first attempt.

Complete classroom portions online at your own pace, available 24/7 from any device.

Best value adult driver education programs in the Columbus area with transparent pricing.

Evening and weekend appointments available to accommodate work schedules.

Learn in safe, well-maintained vehicles equipped with dual controls for maximum safety and confidence.

All instructors are specially trained to work with adult learners and understand the unique challenges adults face.
A: Adults 18+ are not required to take driver education but benefit greatly from professional instruction. It’s required only after failing a road test.
A: You must complete an abbreviated adult program (4-hour course + driving instruction) before retesting.
A: Yes! All our classroom portions are available online with flexible, self-paced learning.
A: You have 90 days to complete online courses from enrollment date.
A: You have 90 days to complete online courses from enrollment date.
A: Yes! Vehicle rental available for $125, or included in our road test preparation packages.
A: Regular programs are for new drivers (24 hours), abbreviated are for those who failed their test (4 hours).
All Right Route Driving School programs are approved by the Ohio Department of Public Safety and meet all BMV requirements.
