Teen Driver Challenge

Open to Teens between the ages of 15 and 19

(Must have a learner’s permit for six months or more)

Overview

The Teen Driver Challenge is an advanced driving course designed to provide young drivers with the knowledge and hands on experience needed to reduce the chances of being involved in a crash. The Challenge consists of one training days totaling ten (10) hours. The training will include a block of instruction in the classroom and a block of vehicle operations. The program is offered free of charge to all teens between the ages of 15 and 19. Effective January 1, 2016, to be eligible for this course, the student must have at least a learner’s permit for six (6) months.

For additional information regarding the Teen Driver Challenge, please visit the Florida Sheriff’s Association website here

10 Hours from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Osceola County Sheriff’s Office – Training Facility
3901 Arthur J Gallagher Blvd.
St. Cloud, FL 34772
Class begins promptly at 8 am

Registration/Application

To register your teen in our 10-hour training program, you must obtain an application via the Application Link below or request via email. You can submit an application via email or you may drop it off at the front desk of the Sheriff’s Office (2601 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee, FL 34744) prior to class. Please submit in a timely manner to give personnel time to process the application. After your application is submitted, please wait for confirmation. Also, be aware that in order for personnel to manage a wide range of other duties, messages related to the Teen Driver Challenge program will be returned on Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

Confirmations for the Teen Driver Challenge will not be given until an application is submitted and reviewed. After the application is reviewed and it is determined that qualifications are met, you will be notified via phone and/or email that you are registered for the Teen Driver Challenge class. Applications will be processed on a first come first serve basis. If the date requested becomes full, you will be contacted to schedule another date. Please see the available classes on the calendar to see upcoming Teen Driver class dates. If you have any questions, please contact us by one of the methods below:

Teen Driver Challenge Line: 321-697-4413

Email: SOTeenDriver@osceolasheriff.org

 

Teen Driver Challenge
  • Teen crash facts
  • Knowing your vehicle
  • Using your senses
  • Vehicle dynamics
  • Drug and alcohol use
  • Aggressive driving and road rage
  • Figure 8
  • Threshold/Emergency Braking
  • Backing
  • Cornering
  • Forward and reverse serpentine
  • Off-road recovery
  • Evasive maneuvers
  • Skid control

Class Dates