If you have a testing requirement for your driver’s license (DL), save time and complete it online before visiting a DMV office.
If you are 70 years or older when your driver’s license expires, you are required to renew your driver’s license in person and pass a vision test unless otherwise instructed by DMV. Knowledge tests and training are no longer required for most senior drivers. If you have no accidents or citations, you may skip the test.
If you are required to pass a knowledge test, select “eLearning” when completing the online application for a fast, no fail option. You can complete a Driver’s License and ID Application online or at a DMV office.
Renewing your driver’s license and required to take a knowledge exam? Take eLearning to satisfy the knowledge test requirement.
This pass-only, no-fail, interactive online course has seven short sections with quizzes after each section. You can take it using a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone and it takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete.
| Interactive eLearning Course | |
|---|---|
| How do I get started? | • Once you select eLearning Course on your renewal application, you will receive an email with the link to get started. You can access the course through this link, or through your application. Keep the email in your inbox until you have confirmed that DMV has your results. |
| What is the process? | • Pass only / No fail • Interactive / No preparation required • Self-paced • Not monitored • Can be done on any device |
| What language can I take this in? | • Currently offered in English, Spanish, and Traditional Chinese (with audio in Mandarin) |
| When can I take this? | • At any day and any time, for the duration of the renewal application (one year) |
| Where can I take this? | • Anywhere |
| How much time will it take? | • About 20-30 minutes |
| What devices can I test on? | Any of the following devices with an internet connection: • Mobile device (eLearning only) • Tablet (eLearning only) • Laptop • Desktop computer |
Sample Tests and Preparation
If you are preparing to take a knowledge test to get your driver’s license, it can be helpful to see example questions. Practice with these sample tests for regular, commercial, and motorcycle drivers.
Before you can get a DL in California, you’ll need to pass relevant knowledge and drive tests to show that you understand the rules of the road and are comfortable driving the vehicle that the license will allow you to drive. We provide many additional resources to help you prepare for these tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
eLearning is a fully online, self-directed course. These seven interactive lessons are an alternative to the written or online exam.
Only eligible renewal noncommercial Class C driver’s license (federal noncompliant and REAL ID) applicants qualify for eLearning.
eLearning is currently offered in English, Spanish, and Traditional Chinese (with audio in Mandarin).
- Complete the online driver’s license application (eDL44).
- If eligible, you will be invited to participate in the DMV Virtual Test Center.
- Select eLearning Course.
- Follow the application fee payment steps.
- Upon successful payment, you will receive a Virtual Test Center Access email with a link to the eLearning course and additional information.
No, you will have to complete testing in the office.
If you select eLearning, you will receive a Virtual Test Center Access email with a link to the eLearning course. You can access the course through this link, or through your eDL44 application, at any time for the duration of the application (one year).
You can pause and resume eLearning modules at any point during the course.
You must complete each module before moving on to the next. All modules must be completed for the eLearning session to qualify as a completed knowledge test.
The eLearning course is self-directed and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the eLearning course for the duration of the application (one year).
Yes. You can access eLearning through a personal computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet connection.
Corporate firewalls, VPNs, or restricted networks may limit access to eLearning.
Select the “Email” option and print the receipt from the email.
No. The content is created to teach you and coach you. However, if the eLearning course is not completed, it will not satisfy the knowledge test requirement.
You will not receive a notification. When you complete the course, the eLearning application will update with results and you will see “Congratulations” on the screen. You will then be instructed to visit a local DMV office to complete the application.
The application will update with results as soon as you finish the eLearning course.
Please allow one business day for payment to show on your record before visiting a DMV office.
A temporary license will not be issued until you complete your application at a local DMV office.