Take your behind-the-wheel and driver ed course with Southeastern Driver Training Center.

The state of North Carolina fully licenses SDTC to teach students everything they need to know to become a safe and successful driver. 

  • In-Person Complete Teen Driver Education Package

    • 30 hours of in-person classroom instruction
    • Three 2-hour sessions of behind-the-wheel instruction

    Please Note: 18 and over need to contact the office.

  • Online Complete Teen Driver Education Package

    • 30 hours of online classroom instruction
    • Three 2-hour sessions of behind-the-wheel instruction

    Please Note: 18 and over need to contact the office.

  • 6-Hour Teen Behind-the-Wheel Instruction: Driving ONLY

    If you are a new student, please contact our office at 910-899-9101 prior to registration.

    • Three 2-hour sessions of behind-the-wheel instruction
  • 2-Hour Teen Behind-the-Wheel Instruction: Driving ONLY

    If you are a new student, please contact our office at 910-899-9101 before registering.

    • 2-hour sessions of behind-the-wheel instruction
  • Private Classroom Instruction DMV Content Knowledge Exam Prep

    Get prepared for the DMV Exam with this private classroom instruction. 

  • DMV Road Test Evaluation

     

    Road Test Information

    In partnership with the North Carolina DMV, Southeastern Driver Training Center now conducts official road tests for students ages 16-17. Review the requirements, book online, and be on time.

     

    Road Test Schedule

    • Time slots: Every 30 minutes. 

    • Road test will be conducted every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Slots fill up fast!

    • If you are 10 minutes late, you will need to reschedule.

    • Testing site: 5022-D Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403

     

    Eligibility

    • Drivers must be at least 16 and under 18.

    • Those who have no restrictions (indicated by a '0' in the restrictions field) or corrective lenses (indicated by a '1' in the restrictions field) on their Level 1 permit.
    • Must hold a Learner's Permit for at least 9 months.

    • Parent/Guardian consent is required at the time of testing. They must come with you to the road test.

     

    Fees & Payment

    • $95 - test using an SDTC company vehicle.

    • Payment methods accepted: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Check

    • When to pay: Fees are due before the Road Test.

     

    Important: Passing is not guaranteed.

    If you do not pass, you must wait 48 hours before registering for another road test.

30-Hour In-Person Driver Ed Course

Wilmington

Feb 9 - 20
4:30 pm
Available
In-Person Class February 9-20
Mar 9 - 20
4:30 pm
Available
In-Person Class March 9-20
Mar 30 - Apr 3
8:00 am
Available
In-person March 30-April 1 SPRING BREAK 2
Apr 6 - 10
8:00 am
Available
In-Person APRIL 6-10 SPRING BREAK 2
Apr 20 - 24
8:00 am
Available
In-Person APRIL20-24
Jun 8 - 12
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer June 8-12
Jun 15 - 19
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer June 15-19
Jun 22 - 26
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer June 22-26
Jul 6 - 10
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer July 6-10
Jul 13 - 17
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer July 13-17
Jul 20 - 24
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer July 20-24
Jul 27 - 31
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer July 27-31
Aug 3 - 7
8:00 am
Available
In-Person Summer Aug 3-7

Wilmington Christian Academy

Apr 6 - 10
8:00 am
Available
In-Person WCA Students ONLY-Spring Break April 6-10
Jun 1 - 5
8:00 am
Available
In-Person WCA Students ONLY-SUMMER June 1-5

30-Hour Online Driver Ed Course

Wilmington

Feb 9 - 20
4:30 pm
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on Feb 9-20
Mar 7 - Apr 4
11:00 am
Available
Virtual Class March 7, 14, 21, 28 & April 4- Saturdays ONLY
Mar 9 - 20
4:30 pm
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on March 9-20
Mar 30 - Apr 3
8:00 am
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on Mar 3-April 3
Apr 6 - 10
8:00 am
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on April 6-10
Jun 8 - 12
8:00 am
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on June 8-12
Jul 13 - 17
8:00 am
Available
Synchronous class with the in-person class on July 13-17