FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What do I need to sign up for any of the defensive driving programs?
You must hold a learner’s permit.
How can I obtain a learner’s permit?
You need to complete the drug and alcohol & written test.
DRUG & ALCOHOL: Online – under learner’s permit on Andina’s website.
WRITTEN TEST: This step is done in person. Please schedule your appointment via email at info@andinadrivingschool.com
What is the average score for the in-class written test and what does it entail?
The average score is 89. The test includes a two-hour tutorial that covers road rules and regulations, after which you take the test on the computer. The test lasts 60 minutes.
What is your physical address?
8584 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33144
If I am 18 years or older, do I still need to have a learner’s permit?
Yes. Everyone must pass the written test and drug and alcohol course prior to taking lessons or the road test.
What other exams do I need to complete prior to taking the road test?
You must pass the vision and hearing test, which will be conducted at the DMV Office.
At what age can I start applying for the learner’s permit?
15.
At what age can I apply for the road test?
If you are minor, you must have held the learner’s permit for at least 12 months or be 18 years old or older.
What if I have a driver’s license from another country?
You only need to complete the written test and road test. But to take the road test – you must hold a learner’s permit.
Do you provide pick-up and drop-off for the driving lessons and road test?
Only for the lessons. For the road test – the student must come to our office to take the test. We provide the vehicle, insurance, instructor, and the road test at our office.
Who needs to fill out a consent form?
If the registered student is under 18 years old, then his or her parent or guardian must fill out a consent form prior to the student taking the road test and provide it to the driving instructor.
Where do I obtain the parental consent form?
You can request it at the office via e-mail at info@andinadrivingschool.com
Do you have female driving instructors?
Yes. We have female and male driving instructors who are bilingual in English and Spanish.
Which driving program is the most common one for beginners?
For minors the 20 hours and 30 hours program, and for adults the 16 hours program
Which driving program is the most common one for people with Anxiety?
The 20 hours program.
What are your schedule hours?
For the written test, by appointment only Monday through Saturday.
For the driving lessons, we are open seven days a week from 7:00 AM till sunset.
How far in advance should I sign up for the Defensive Driving Programs? Written test? And Road test?
For the Defensive Driving Programs – High Season – Spring Break – 1 month in advance. Summer Break – 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) – 45 days (about 1 and a half months) in advance.
For the Written Test – a week in advance
For the Road Test – a week in advance
I have a valid drivers license but I stopped driving. Which course do you recommend
The Refresher Driving Program.
What do I need to register for Refresher Driving Program?
A valid driver’s license
Where can I schedule the appointment to pick-up the learner’s permit or driver license?
On the DMV’s website. Make sure to select the original under the drop-down-menu, which is good for both appointments.