FAQs (current students see second half of page)
Do I have to complete my online classroom before signing up for drives?
No. Our students (teen or adult) are placed on our waitlist by pay date regardless of classroom status. Completion of orientation and the 24-hour class, traditional or online may affect scheduling order.
How long is your waitlist?
Students are scheduled in 1-2 weeks from the date orientation is completed and all require documents have been submitted to our office. 1-2 weeks is when you will schedule date(s) and not when the date(s) will occur. Please check with our office for current availability.
Do you provide pick up and drop off services?
1st Choice ONLY provides pick up/drop off services for teen lessons during school hours from the following high schools: Olentangy, Olentangy Orange, Olentangy Berlin, and DACC.
All after school, evening, weekend or adult lessons start and end at our facility.
Can I pay extra to get my lessons quicker?
No. We believe in strong ethics and fairness to all students regardless of financial background. Our students are scheduled in order of payment received and we do not vary from this.
What happends after I pay and register?
Once our office has received both your payment and registration you will receive our next steps email in 1-3 business days.
Current students of
1st Choice
How do I submit my online class certificate after in-car orientation?
You may email us the direct PDF provided by the online school at Dennis@1stchoiceda.com or drop a printed copy to our office any Monday, Wednesday or Friday 10am - 5pm.
How can I cancel/reschedule in-car lessons?
We require 24 hour notice to cancel and reschedule your lessons for any reason. You can do this by replying to the emails you received of your lesson times when initially scheduled or call and leave a voicemail.
How can I schedule my license test with the BMV or other 3rd party?
You must schedule from the Ohio BMV website at bmv.ohio.gov. You will not have access to schedule until the 1st day all requirements are met:
1.) Student is at least 16 years of age
2.) Student has held an Ohio permit for a minimum of 6 months(only applicable for under 18 years of age)
3.) Driver education certificate is issued
Driver Education Completion Certificate
All completion certificates are issued within 1-3 business days.
At orientation you have the option for mail or pick-up.
WE DO NOT ELECTRONICALLY SEND CERTIFICATES.