Colorado Driver Education — 18 or Older FAQs
Find clear answers about Colorado permits, driver education, training options, and getting a driver license. Requirements can differ by age and may change. National Driver Training helps students identify an appropriate course before enrolling.
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Common Colorado driver education questions — 18 or Older
Do Colorado adults need driver education?
As of October 2026, most new applicants 18 and older are not required to complete driver education solely because they are applying for a standard instruction permit. This changes for some applicants starting January 1, 2027.
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What changes for Colorado applicants ages 18 through 20 in 2027?
Beginning January 1, 2027, Colorado requires instruction-permit applicants ages 18 through 20 to complete either an approved 30-hour driver education course or a qualifying 4-hour driver awareness program.
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Can Colorado adults take the knowledge test online?
Colorado provides an online at-home knowledge testing option for eligible applicants. Follow the Colorado DMV’s permit application and testing instructions.
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Do Colorado adults need an NDT course before applying?
Eligibility depends on age, application date, and the exact approved course. Review the Colorado DMV rules first and verify NDT product approval before purchasing.
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Does National Driver Training qualify for an insurance discount?
Many insurance companies offer discounts for qualifying driver education. National Driver Training programs may meet an insurer’s criteria; check your course and policy for eligibility.
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Find the right National Driver Training course
Choose a course that matches the licensing state, the student’s age, and the training type you need. Check current eligibility and approval before purchasing.
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Review current licensing details directly with the Colorado licensing agency. Requirements may change; information is reviewed as of October 2026.