You can participate in classes to prepare for permits and to discuss safety issues. An average of six to eight driving lessons are included in the fee, which typically ranges between $170 and $350.  Students who earn a driver’s education certificate will get a discount on their car insurance and will be able to get their licenses at the minimum age of 16.5 years instead of 17, the minimum age to obtain a driver’s license without driver’s education classes. Many high schools offer driver’s education and sometimes even driving lessons. You should check with your school’s guidance counselor to see if this option is available at your school because it is often the easiest and cheapest way to obtain your license.