Haman's New Drivers - Chattanooga, TN

Comprehensive Courses

State Minimum (30hr Class / 6hr In-Car Training)

The state required course includes six hours of in- car training. This six hour suggested minimum dates back to the 1930's when traffic was very light and the complications of our modern highway systems didn't exist.

However, even in this short course, Haman's New Drivers does a great job of teaching vehicle control skills to prepare students for their driving test and introducing them to the skills and attitudes needed to drive defensively. Many of our students do well with this course. This is the minimum to qualify for an insurance discount certificate, however no schools in TN are allowed to administer the State Road Test within this 6 hours.

Preferred Level (30hr Class / 8hr In-Car Training)

This popular course upgrade offers the opportunity for the student to start to develop the necessary habits needed to continue to use the material they learned in the State Minimum Course. Using our technique of Continuous Correct Practice, students are reminded of the necessary effort and commitment needed to develop the necessary skills and attitudes to remain-collision free. This course has the minimum behind-the-wheel time recommended by the American Driver Training and Safety Education Association (ADTSEA). The TN State Road Test can also be done during this course.

Preferred Plus Level (30hr Class / 10hr In-Car Training)

This course is much appreciated by those who want to excel as safe drivers as well as those who are a little apprehensive about driving because it continues the safe habit building process. Students choose this training to develop advanced observation and decision-making skills much beyond that of the average driver. This course has the minimum behind-the-wheel time recommended by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The TN State Road Test can also be done during this course.

Pay as You Go Lessons

Unfortunately, at this time, the State of Tennessee Department of Safety DTTP division has decided not to allow any driving school in the state to do individual in-car driver training sessions unless the student has first completed a classroom training course. While the classroom portion of the training is highly beneficial even for those who may already have a permit or license, we understand that financial and/or time commitment is difficult for some, especially those in our community who are part of the underserved population. We believe to be able to provide for the safety of individuals and the community that even some driver education is better than none at all. However, all Driving Schools are bound by the Rules and Regulations set forth by the State regardless of the effect that it has on any individual.