Massachusetts requires that all drivers under the age of 18 take a local driver education course either through the public school system, if offered, or through an available commercial driving school.  At this time there is NO provision for a parent taught course.

Teen drivers may apply for a permit at the age of 16, with the approval of a parent or legal guardian.  Driver Ed in a Box® gives you the tools to work with your teen during the permit stage.  Our course will guide you past the handling skills learned in traditional driver education, giving you the tools you need to teach the skills your teen driver needs to become a safe, collision-free driver.  Driver Ed in a Box® will help your teen build the habits of safe, collision-free driving (click here to access our Product Description page).  Driver Ed in a Box® creates habits that are proven to be effective (see Survey).  

The Driver Ed in a Box® program gives you the tools to master the skills of each section of driving (we break it down to Parking Lot, Neighborhood, Two Lane and Four Lane Light Traffic, Freeway, Rural and Heavy Traffic). With our checklist and audio CDs, it allows the student to master the skills required in each area at their own pace before moving on to the next section.    Once you have had your permit for 6 months and are at least 16 1/2 (Massachusetts state requirements), you can go to the local driver license examiner and take your road test.

Parent/student comments:

“The concept of collision-free driving and the resultant philosophy of your program is new to me - as a seasoned driver - and I think it's fantastic. I loved the constant reinforcement and review of concepts." - Lyndie Laramore, Plainville, Massachusetts

"My dad and I listened to the tapes and watched several of the beginning videos, and my dad explained the terminology used before starting in the parking lot. Once I began driving, I would say what actions I was doing, such as 'clear left, clear right, clear left' or "mirror.' This system of driver commenting was probably the most helpful part of the program, both because it made me conscious of whether or not I was doing the right things and it told my dad exactly what I was thinking so that he would know if I was aware of the hazards or if he needed to alert me." - Matt Ashbaugh, Student

"I now feel confident in my decision making and driving skills. I am ready to be driving by myself. The most helpful tool has been the videos. I have enjoyed watching and learning from them. Thank you very much." - Alex Knight, Student