Drug & Alcohol Education (RSEP)
The 3-hour Roadway Safety Alcohol & Drug Education Program required for international license holders converting to a Maryland driver's license.
Sessions at 9:00am · Call to confirm next date
Enroll from
$100
per student · MVA required
- MVA-required RSEP curriculum
- Same-day completion certificate
- Taught by licensed instructor
Questions? Call (301) 578-8667
Already have a foreign driver's license?
You may qualify to skip the 30-hour classroom program entirely. International license holders who meet MVA eligibility requirements only need this 3-hour RSEP course plus 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice before taking their Maryland road test — saving significant time and money compared to the full driver education program.
Call us at (301) 578-8667 to confirm if you qualify for this pathway.
What's included
- ✓3-hour MVA-required RSEP course (Roadway Safety Alcohol & Drug Education)
- ✓Certificate of completion issued same day
- ✓Satisfies Maryland MVA RSEP requirement for license conversion
- ✓Taught by Mr. Mekonnen — licensed MVA instructor
- ✓Covers Maryland traffic laws, alcohol and drug impairment, safe driving practices
Who needs this program?
- →International license holders converting to a Maryland driver's license
- →Drivers required by MVA to complete RSEP as part of their license application
- →New Maryland residents with a valid foreign driver's license
- →Drivers enrolled in the 6-hour BTW + road test pathway (skipping 30-hour classroom)
- →Note: Confirm your specific requirements with the MVA before enrolling
Is this program right for you?
International drivers
You hold a valid driver's license from another country and want to convert it to a Maryland license without completing the full 30-hour classroom program.
New Maryland residents
You recently moved to Maryland and need to satisfy the MVA's RSEP requirement as part of your license transfer or new application process.
Fast-track applicants
You qualify to use the shorter pathway: RSEP (3 hours) + 6 hours BTW practice instead of the full 30-hour driver education course.
RSEP — Drug & Alcohol Education for international license holders
The Roadway Safety Education Program (RSEP) is a 3-hour course required for international drivers who want to convert their foreign license to a Maryland license. If you hold a valid license from another country, Maryland exempts you from the full 30-hour driver education program — but you must complete RSEP instead. After completing RSEP, you are eligible to take the Maryland MVA road test.
What RSEP covers
- ✓Maryland traffic laws and road rules
- ✓Road safety principles and hazard awareness
- ✓Drug and alcohol impairment and Maryland law
- ✓3 hours — typically completed in a single session
Who this applies to
- ✓Drivers with a valid license from another country
- ✓New Maryland residents with a foreign driver's license
- ✓Particularly relevant for residents from Ethiopia, Nigeria, Eritrea, Ghana, India, Mexico, El Salvador, and other countries with large communities in Montgomery County
Frequently asked questions
I have a driver's license from another country — do I need the full 30-hour class?
No. If your foreign license is valid, you qualify for RSEP (3 hours) instead of the full 30-hour program. You still need 6 hours of behind-the-wheel practice before taking the road test.
Does RSEP replace driver's education completely?
RSEP replaces the 30-hour classroom requirement only. You still need 6 behind-the-wheel hours and then you can schedule your Maryland MVA road test.
How soon can I take the road test after completing RSEP?
After completing RSEP and your 6 BTW hours, you can schedule your Maryland MVA road test. We offer road test preparation packages that include the vehicle.
My license is from Ethiopia, Nigeria, or India — does this apply to me?
If you hold a valid foreign driver's license, you likely qualify for RSEP instead of full driver education. Call us at (301) 578-8667 to confirm your specific situation before enrolling.
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