Millennium Driver’s Academy

Topics covered

• TLC rules and regulations
• Vision Zero
• Geography (map-reading)
• Safe driving skills
• Traffic rules
• Customer service

Languages

Classes are available in English, Spanish, French and Bengali.

Registration

You must have a TLC application number to register. Apply at www.nyc.gov/lars.

Bonus

After completing the course, you will get FREE access to our exclusive practice tests to continue studying from home. Join us and feel confident in passing the TLC driver exam!

Course material

Map + TLC Book of Rules (Required for 24HRS Course).

Optional courses

• Defensive Driving Course (DDC) in person
• Wheelchair Course (WAV)

Course purpose

It covers essential topics to ensure safe and respectful service for passengers using wheelchairs.

What it includes

• Passenger and driver rights
• Instructional safety videos
• Hands-on wheelchair securement practice in an accessible vehicle

Completion requirement

Applicants must complete the entire course and every step of the hands-on passenger securement process, without exemptions.

Registration

You must have a TLC application number to register. Apply at www.nyc.gov/lars.

TLC License Renewal requirements

• Complete the TLC License renewal application
• Complete the Renewal course
• Complete the TLC annual Drug test
• Complete the Defensive Driving Course (3 years)

Deadline

The course must be taken within 90 days before your TLC license expires, and it is required every three years. Taking it late may result in additional fees. Without completing the course, you cannot renew your license.

Completion requirement

Each applicant must complete the full course, including every step of the physical hands-on passenger securement process in its entirety without exemptions.

Renewal application

Pay for your TLC renewal application at www.nyc.gov/lars. We are here to help. Please let us know if you need help with your TLC Renewal application.

Class locations

• Queens: 6019 Roosevelt Ave, Woodside, NY 11377
• Bronx: 1954 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10453

Languages

Classes are available in English, Spanish, French and Bengali.

Optional course

Defensive Driving Course (DDC). Apply coupon RENDDC10 at checkout.

Course focus

The TLC Distracted Driving Course or TLC Portable Electronic Device (PED) Course teaches drivers about the dangers of using electronic devices while driving.

Who must take the course

Drivers convicted of using a portable or hands-free electronic device while driving must complete the course. This includes drivers of TLC-licensed and non-TLC licensed vehicles.

How to take the course

Drivers must complete the two-hour course within 60 days of their hearing and provide proof of completion to the TLC.

Topics covered

• TLC resources
• Regulating agencies
• Understanding distracted driving
• Vision Zero
• Penalty program

Devices covered

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• GPS systems

Penalties

Drivers caught violating this rule may face fines, license suspension, or other penalties.

If the course is not completed

If the course is not completed by the specified date, the driver’s license will be suspended and they will not be able to drive.