Developing Skills for a Lifetime
Teaching new drivers the skills they'll need to stay safe while on the road may be one of the most important endeavors Ohio undertakes each year. That's because driving a motor vehicle remains among the most hazardous tasks most people will ever perform.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 20-year-olds in the United States each year. Helping teens develop driving skills they'll use for a lifetime requires the time, expertise and energy of many - those at the Ohio Department of Public Safety, qualified driving instructors, state licensed schools and involved parents. By visiting this site and learning more about the process, you've shown your interest and commitment to driver safety.

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Please direct any comments or questions to:
Ohio Department of Public Safety
Driver Training Program
Valerie Luptak - Driver Training Manager
1970 W. Broad St.
P.O. Box 182081
Columbus, Ohio 43218-2081

Phone: (614) 466-3524
Fax: (614) 728-8330
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