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Driver's Education
Mar 4, 5, 11, 12
Pre-Licensing
Mar 4, 5
Road Skills Testing
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* Students must attend all days listed.

Harvey's Academy Of Driving

Harvey’s Academy of Driving is actively involved and recognized in the great state of Louisiana as a leader in the delivery of driver and traffic safety education.
About Us

"We are an integral part of Louisiana's driver safety plan."

- Ronnie Harvey | Owner

Driver’s Education
(38 Hour Course)
Pre-Licensing
(14 Hour Course)
Road Skills Testing
(By Appointment Only)
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Understanding your requirements and objectives is important to us. We listen and work together to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

Driver’s Education - $350
(38 Hour Course)

MARCH - 2023
MARCH - 2023
4th + 5th + 11th + 12th

Class runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you are late, you will have to reschedule your class.

* Students must attend all days listed.

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About This Course

This course is a 30 hour classroom instruction, and an 8 hour one-on-one behind-the-wheel instruction.

Students will be given a lunch period, so you are encouraged to bring a packed lunch.

The classroom portion of instruction is 30 hours over 4 days and includes lectures on traffic laws and regulations, signs, traffic lights, and markings, correct and safe driving procedures, emergencies, driving hazards including weather, alcohol and drug abuse, motorcycle safety, interstate driving, and driving offenses.

Upon completion of classroom instruction, a test will be administered which requires a passing score of at least 80%

After passing your test, students will be trained in a dual-brake training vehicle, and are scheduled in FOUR two-hour blocks on different days.

No student will begin the 8 hour driving portion until they complete the course requirement and have paid in full.

No student will be given a certificate before meeting these requirements.

Course Requirements

Age 15 for the classroom portion and the driving portion. Note: A student can be age 14 years and 9 months, to be eligible to take the course, but must be 15 years of age to take the driving portion of the course.

 This class is a requirement prior to 15 and 16 year olds receiving a Class E Learner’s Permit.

All students must be able to pass the State OMV Test.

A deposit of $100.00 is required prior to starting the class. Register and pay your deposit online.

Full payment must be received prior to beginning class.

Registration Requirements

Registration is required for all courses.

As class size is limited, students who who do not register may not be able to attend the class of their choice.

Proof of age is required, so students are asked to come 30 minutes early.

Parents are encouraged to attend the check in and have any questions answered.

We require each student to read our POLICIES before completing your Registration info.

Pre-Licensing - $400
(14 Hour Course)

MARCH - 2023
MARCH - 2023
4th + 5th

Class runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. If you are late, you will have to reschedule your class.

* Students must attend all days listed.

Enroll Now
About This Course

This course is a 6 hour classroom instruction, and 8 hours one-on-one behind-the-wheel instructions.

Students will be given a lunch period, so you are encouraged to bring a packed lunch.

The classroom portion of instruction is 6 hours over 1 days period and includes lectures on traffic laws and regulations, signs, traffic lights, and markings, correct and safe driving procedures, emergencies, driving hazards including weather, alcohol and drug abuse, motorcycle safety, interstate driving, and driving offenses.

Upon completion of classroom instruction, a test will be administered which requires a passing score of at least 80%.

After passing your test, students will be trained in a dual-brake training vehicle, and are scheduled in FOUR two-hour or TWO four-hour blocks on different days.

No student will begin the 8 hour driving portion until they complete the course requirement and have paid in full.

No student will be given a certificate before meeting these requirements.

Course Requirements

This class is a requirement prior to receiving a Louisiana rivers License.

All students must be able to pass the State OMV test. (80% or higher)

Deposit A deposit of $100.00 is required prior to starting the class. Click the Down Payment button (below) to Register and pay your deposit.

Full payment must be received prior to beginning class.

Registration Requirements

Registration is required for all courses. See the Registration page for more information.

As class size is limited, students who who do not register may not be able to attend the class of their choice.

Proof of age is required, so students are asked to come 30 minutes early.

Parents are encouraged to attend the check in and have any questions answered.

We require each student to read our POLICIES before completing your Registration info.

Road Skills Testing - $50
(By Appointment Only)

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About This Course

Harvey’s Academy of Driving is licensed by Louisiana Department of Public Safety, Office of Motor Vehicles to conduct 3rd Party Road Skills testing for Class D & E Type Licenses. A passing score of 80% before the applicant can earn the certificate of completion for a road skills test.

Course Requirements

Testing requires you to be on time for your scheduled appointment. Arriving late will require us to cancel the appointment.

Students whom are physically and / or mentally handicapped must go to the DMV for their respective Road Skills Testing.

The Road Skills Test Fee is non-refundable.

Please call for available dates and times.

Age Requirements

Age 16:

Must have had your Learner’s Permit for at least 6 months before road testing with us. In addition, you must wait until the 6 months are complete before upgrading the permit to a provisional license to the DMV.

Must present applicant’s birth certificate and learner’s permit.

One parent (listed on birth certificate) must be present, and with their ID.

Parent must sign affidavit at the DMV, stating the teen applicant completed 50 hours on the road training (15 of which were at night) with a 21 years old or older licensed person.

Must present High School enrollment form to the DMV.

Age 17:

May take immediately after completing a driver education course, present driving school certificate to us.

Must present applicant’s birth certificate.

A parent on birth certificate must be present and have their identification.

Must have High School enrollment form or diploma.

Age 18 & Up:

May take immediately after completing required driver training course, and present driving school certificate to us.

Present State Approved Identification.

Registration Requirements

Registration is required for all courses. See the Registration page for more information.

As class size is limited, students who who do not register may not be able to attend the class of their choice.

Proof of age is required, so students are asked to come 30 minutes early.

Parents are encouraged to attend the check in and have any questions answered.

We require each student to read our POLICIES before completing your Registration info.

About Us

Understanding your requirements and objectives is important to us. We listen and work together to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience.
About Us

The idea of starting a driver’s education school started out as a small endeavor and transitioned quickly into one of the state of Louisiana premier driving schools. Owner/Master Instructor Ronnie “Coach” Harvey has spent the last twelve years as a teacher/ coach in the Calcasieu Parish School System while most recently being promoted to Principal. Shavela Harvey Co-Owner/CFO has spent the last twelve years as a high school mathematics teacher while most recently being promoted to High School Mathematics consultant in the Calcasieu Parish School System.

The Harvey’s have a strong desire to help young people and are driven to go beyond the “Call of Duty” to make a difference in the lives of today’s youth! The Harvey’s are involved in several philanthropic endeavors in the local community and city while also co-chairing their own non-profit organization entitled H.E.L.P. which stands for the Harvey Educational Leadership Program. The Harvey’s are the proud parents of two beautiful twins Paytleigh Dare and Ronnie III. It is with our hearts that we can better art of driver’s education one student at time while “Making Driving Simple”.

Why Choose Us
  • We have taught thousands of students.  We have experience.
  • Classes are taught with humor, yet with the vital information that enhances learning
  • We teach students with effective proven methods that have obvious results.
  • 80-85 percent of our 38 Hour students pass the State Written Test the first time.  95% the second time.
  • 60-65 percent of our 14 Hour students pass the State written exam the first time. 85% the second time.
  • We offer shuttle service
  • We have a 99.5 percent favorable feedback from clients.
  • We are not perfect, but we are trying to be.

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