Question 1

What does the classroom/behind the wheel program include?

Accepted Answer

The 30/6 program consists of 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6  hours of private in-car lessons.  (We also offer packages with  additional behind-the-wheel lessons.) The Alcohol & Drug Awareness  Program (ADAP) is NOT part of this course because it is taught as part  of the health course at almost every school.  We cannot issue a  Certificate of Completion until all 30 hours of classroom activities  have been completed, the final exam has been successfully passed, and 6  or more hours of behind-the-wheel instruction have been completed.  
 
Students  MUST attend the entire portion of the class. Do not register if you  know you miss some of the class days or if you would have to leave early  or arrive late. (We are only permitted by State law to allow absences  with a medical excuse from a doctor or for emergencies and any time  missed must be made up.)

Question 2

How much does the course cost?

Accepted Answer

Price List 2025

DRIVER EDUCATION PRICES

30 Hour Classroom with Behind the Wheel Lessons

30 & 6 Basic 30 &6 $650 (minimum required by GA Joshua Law for teens)
Does not include pick up/drop off, lessons begin/end at Nathans)**
Premium 30 & 6 $760.00 (includes pick up and drop off)
Bronze 30 & 8 $880.00 (includes pick up and drop off)
Silver 30 & 10 & includes Road Test $1070.00 (includes pick up and drop off) 
Gold 30 & 12 & includes Road Test $1185.00  (includes pick up and drop off)
Platinum 30 & 20 & includes Road Test $1725.00 (includes pick up and drop off)
Diamond 30 & 40 & includes Road Test $2720.00 (includes pick up and drop off)

*Home/school pick up & drop off within 8 miles of Nathan's Chamblee/Brookhaven office additional Fee may be required if outside of our area

In Car Behind the Wheel Lessons Only
Includes home/school pick up & drop off within 8 miles of Nathan's Chamblee/Brookhaven office*

2 hours $320.00
4 hours $460.00
6 hours $570.00
8 hours $690.00
10 hours $810.00
12 hours $920.00
20 hours $1460.00
30 hours $1990.00
40 hours $2560.00

​*Additional Fee may be required if outside of our area

Learner’s Permit and Private Tutoring

$295.00

ROAD TESTS Taken at Nathan’s*

$170.00 ($125.00 if purchased with initial package above)
2nd try (must call to schedule) at Nathan’s with 1 hour refresher lesson and includes the road test$140.00
*Please see our road test services page for the requirements to take an onsite road test at Nathan’s
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Non-Classroom ROAD TESTS

Taken at the DDS in our vehicle and including pick up and drop off by our instructor

Within 25 miles Including One Hour Refresher Lesson $390.00
Over 25 Miles including Refresher $540.00

Senior Evaluations or Medical Evaluations

$350.00
 
Defensive Driving
 
$95.00 Ticket (state regulated price)
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Alive at 25
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$95.00
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The  GDEC (Georgia Driver’s Education Commission) has a scholarship that  covers the entire 30/6 program. We encourage everyone to apply. See here  for more details on how to apply.

We accept all credit cards and use PayPal as our provider. We also accept cash and in-state checks.
Anyone that has financial need may speak with us about payment arrangements.
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You  must receive both a confirmation from Nathan's and from Paypal that you  are registered for a confirmed spot for any program. If you are unable  to pay online or did not get a confirmation from Paypal, please call the  office to confirm registration.

Question 3

How old does the student have to be in order to enroll in the course?

Accepted Answer

Students who are  14 and in 9th grade may register for the classroom.

A student must be at least 15 years of age and have obtained their learners permit for the behind the wheel portions.

Adults (+18) may register for any of the classroom or behind the wheel courses. You must have a learners permit to driver behind the wheel with us (and it must be on you at the time of the lesson or your lesson is forfeit).

We do offer private learners permit tutoring for those who are interested and or need it to obtain their permit.

Question 4

Does my student have to have his or her learner's permit before beginning the course?

Accepted Answer

Although a student can take the classroom portion of the course prior to having his or her learner's permit, he or she MUST have his or hear permit before starting any of his or her in-car lessons.

Question 5

How do I enroll for the course?

Accepted Answer

For any of our programs, you enroll online directly from any of the service pages on the website via the registration forms. On the forms you select your date, package and any add-ons at that time.

You must sign the online contract that you have read the terms and conditions and that you have confirmed your dates prior to your submission so please double check and read. We do not offer refunds.

You will receive two emails when you register. You must be confirmed via email from both Nathan's and PayPal that you have registered. If you are unable to pay online, or did not receive a confirmation from Paypal, please call the office and we will help. Any outstanding invoices or fees must be paid prior to taking a session or class.

Please put the dates for your class and calendar on your schedule. We do not send out reminders and it is your responsibility to know what dates and times you are registered for.

For behind the wheel lessons and road tests, you must call the office to schedule as these are based on your availability and instructor availability.

Question 6

When can I enroll for the course?

Accepted Answer

The available classes are shown on the enrollment page.   Enrollment for any session is available until the maximum number of  students is reached or up until twenty-four hours prior to a class. 
 
Adults  (and students not enrolled in a class) may schedule behind-the-wheel  lessons online or by calling the office.  For students enrolled in a  class, they must complete the classroom portion and receive a passing  grade before scheduling behind-the-wheel lessons.  (Students who have  taken and passed the 30 hour class somewhere else must present a  Certificate of Completion in order to scheduled lessons at Nathan’s).   Lessons can be scheduled on Nathan’s website or by contacting Nathan’s  office staff.  All lessons are subject to availability.

Question 7

When do I pay for the course?

Accepted Answer

Full payment must accompany any enrollment and is completed online via paypal through credit card. You do not have to have a Paypal account to do this. We also accept checks, cash and payment plans but this must be done in person with an office administrator.

Question 8

What methods of payment are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Credit card
Paypal
Check or Cash - in person at the office

Question 9

Will I receive confirmation that the enrollment has been accepted?

Accepted Answer

As soon as the completed enrollment form has been received, a receipt will be mailed to you. If you have not received an email confirmation within 24 hours, please call the office at 770-454-9100. No confirmation email means you are not enrolled.

Question 10

If I pay for the course and then decided not to take it, can I get a refund?"

Accepted Answer

Nathan's does not offer refunds for services. You will have the option of rescheduling another class for a fee.  Within ten days, you may   reschedule for the following session for $50.00. If made less than ten days, you, the fee to reschedule is $100.00. No refunds or makeups will be issued if the student stops attending classes without making arrangements to transfer or reschedule. You may transfer your unused behind the wheel lessons to a family member or friend, if it is within one year of your purchase.

Question 11

How many students are in a class?

Accepted Answer

The maximum number of students for any classroom depends on the location. Typically it is between 20-25 students.  Early enrollment is encouraged. Please keep in mind that there must be at least 5 students enrolled for any session in order for the session to be held.

Question 12

How long do I have to complete the course?

Accepted Answer

Both courses must be completed within 12 months.  If you do not complete, please understand that the remaining hours and the tuition paid will be forfeited, and that the student will not receive any credit for the course and no Certificate of Completion will be issued.

Question 13

What if a classroom session is missed?

Accepted Answer

Georgia law requires that students fully attend the thirty hours of classroom instruction. If a student does not attend, they cannot pass nor receive a certificate of completion. All missed classroom sessions must be made up. Makeups are scheduled based upon upcoming class schedules and availability. We allow for one free makeup (and test retake). More than one requires a $50 rescheduling fee. If a student misses more than 7 1/2 hours of the classroom, then he or she MUST start the entire classroom portion of the course over from the beginning and pay an additional $100 fee. The classroom instructor will advise students who miss classroom sessions as to what they need to do do make up the missed sessions.

Question 14

How does the schedule for the behind-the-wheel lessons work?

Accepted Answer

Each lesson is two-hours long. All lessons begin and end at one of our locations, although we do offer pick-up and drop-off for an additional travel fee.  All lessons are subject to availability.

Adults may schedule behind-the-wheel lessons any time after purchasing them.  Teens enrolled in a class must complete the classroom portion and receive a passing grade before scheduling behind-the-wheel lessons.  (Students who have taken and passed the 30 hour class somewhere else must present a Certificate of Completion in order to scheduled lessons at Nathan’s).

Call to schedule your lessons at 77-454-9100.

Question 15

What is a behind-the-wheel lesson is missed?

Accepted Answer

Appointments for behind-the-wheel lessons may be rescheduled for no charge if the change is made at least three (3)  says prior to the lesson.  A change made less than three (3) business days before a lesson (or if a student does not show up for a scheduled lesson) is subject to a $120.00 rescheduling fee.   All fees must be paid PRIOR to any other scheduled lessons being taken or the "missed" lesson being rescheduled—if the rescheduling fee is not paid, all remaining lessons are forfeited. Nathan’s understands medical emergencies and illnesses can occur.  If a student has a medical issue/illness that will prevent attendance, you agree to notify Nathan’s immediately and provide a letter from the student’s doctor—if Nathan’s receives such a letter, you will not be charged for rescheduling.

If a student habitually no shows and/or cancels, we reserve the right to dismiss the students and no refund will be given.

Question 16

What if Nathan’s cancels a course?

Accepted Answer

Nathan’s requires a minimum of five (5) students for any class or session.  If the class that you originally enroll in does not reach the minimum number of students, you will be notified and given the opportunity to re-enroll in a different class or session.  If you do not wish to enroll in a different class, Nathan’s shall return your enrollment fee.  You must decide within five (5) business days after receiving notice of a cancellation from Nathan’s whether you want to enroll in a different class or receive a refund of your enrollment payment.

On rare occasions, a Nathan’s instructor may have to reschedule a behind-the-wheel lesson (e.g., due to illness, vehicle issues).  If that happens, Nathan’s will make every effort to reschedule you as quickly as possible for a date that is convenient for you.  If a lesson is cancelled by Nathan’s or an instructor, Nathan’s will reschedule at no charge and, depending on the situation (at Nathan’s sole discretion), give you an additional lesson at no charge.  We will also give you the option for a full refund for the cancelled lesson if Nathan’s cancels and you cannot or do not want to reschedule the cancelled lesson.

Nathan’s reserves the right to change a class schedule and/or cancel classes and lessons, including due to lack of enrollment, instructor availability, health issues or emergencies, vehicle issues, or other emergencies (e.g., global pandemics, terrorism, riots, acts of war, acts of god, or other acts out of our control).

We hold classes and lessons rain or shine and day or night. We will not hold classes or lessons if the local school systems close due to weather related issues. Nathan’s will not charge to reschedule under such circumstances, but no refunds will be offered.

Question 17

Once  the student has successfully completed the driver education program,  can he/she take his/her driving test at Nathan's Driving School?"

Accepted Answer

Yes! As long as the student has had a learner’s permit for at least one year and one day, and has successfully completed the 30 hours of classroom and 6 hours of in-car lessons, then he/she can take their driving test with Nathan's Driving School. Students who have enrolled in either Nathan’s 30 hour classroom instruction or the 30/6 may add a private road test with Nathan’s for a reduced rate (as set forth on the Website).  Non-Nathan’s students may take a road test with Nathan’s for the full price, but anyone eighteen (18) or older who has not previously taken behind the wheel training with Nathan’s must schedule and take at least one in car lesson of at least two (2) hours with Nathan’s prior to enrolling for road testing.  Non-Nathan’s students age 16-17 must show a certificate of completion of a 30/6 class from another driving school and take at least one behind-the-wheel lesson to take the road test at Nathan’s.

Road Tests must be scheduled AT LEAST TWO (2) WEEKS in advance. Once a date is scheduled, it may be changed ONLY if there is eight or more day’s notice in advance. Nathan’s has to turn in a report to the State each week for the following week, so Nathan’s unfortunately has no flexibility on this matter. No changes or cancellations can be made after the eighth day before the scheduled test, and NO refunds will be given for late re-scheduling, cancellations, or no shows for any reason as Nathan’s cannot fill the spot.  Nathan’s also needs to receive copies of all documents required for the road test (e.g., certificates and permits) by, at the latest, the Friday before your road test.

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