The e-DEC is the Driving School completion certificate. It is the evidence that you have completed driving school requirements prior to your license test.
To receive your e-DEC (Electronic Driver Education Certificate), you must meet the following requirements:
- Achieve a score of 70% or higher on all classroom session quizzes.
- Sign for every classroom session in your student portal (if you’re under 18, a parent or guardian must sign).
- Ensure you have a valid Connecticut permit number on file.
- Complete all required courses based on your age.
Once you have completed these requirements, your e-DEC will be available in the “Files” tab of your student portal within 5-7 days of course completion. From there, you can view and download your certificate. Once it’s available, you’re officially ready to take your road test! Please remember to bring it to your DMV road test. If you're testing with us, the certificate will be issued a few days before the test.
Important Update: As of November 1, 2022, the DMV no longer accepts CS-1 certificates.
Transitioning from CS-1 to e-DEC: If you previously received a CS-1 and now need an e-DEC, there is a $25 processing fee. This fee will be paid to The Next Street.
Need a rushed e-DEC? If you're testing with us, your e-DEC will automatically be issued a few days before your test, so there’s no need to request it. However, if you require your certificate within 72 hours or need a certificate for partial completion, simply fill out the form below, and we'll expedite it.
Partial Certificates or 8-Hour Course Certificates:
- For students under 18: You must have held your permit for 180 days and completed the state minimum requirements for the 8-hour Safe Driving Course.
- For students over 18: You must have held your permit for 90 days and completed the state minimum requirements for the 8-hour Safe Driving Course.
Full Certificate Requirements:
- For students under 18: Complete 30 hours of classroom instruction, 8 hours of driving lessons, and hold your permit for at least 120 days.
Please note: The Next Street is not responsible for any DMV test rescheduling fees.