Questions about Parent-Taught Drivers Ed in Texas (FAQs)

Course Information

Course Information

1. Who needs to take Texas drivers ed? Is there an age requirement?

In order to get your Texas learners license, you must complete 32 hours of formal drivers education. I Drive Safely’s online Texas drivers ed courses fulfill that requirement. You need to be at least 15 years old to get your Texas learners permit; you need to be at least 14 years old to do this course.

2. How does I Drive Safely’s online drivers ed course work?

The Texas online teen drivers ed program is a state-mandated 32 hours long. The information in our course is broken up into 12 units, each covering a specific topic regarding driving in Texas. After you complete each chapter, you’ll be given a short multiple-choice quiz. At the end of the course, you will be given a 50-question final exam. You will successfully complete the course by passing with an 80% or greater.

3. What’s the difference between the Texas parent-taught drivers ed course and the Texas TEA/TDLR-approved drivers ed course?

In parent-taught drivers ed, the class is led by your parent(s). You will complete 32 hours of online instruction, and your in-car driving lessons, all with your parent or guardian. Our DPS/TDLR-approved drivers ed course is still done online, but with the guidance of our team of experienced driving instructors. Your parent or guardian does not do the driving instruction; you’ll need to complete 44 total hours of supervised driving practice. This includes 7 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a licensed driving school and 7 hours of in-car observation, along with an additional 30 hours of supervised driving practice, 10 of which must be done at night.

4. How do I qualify to be an instructor for Texas parent-taught drivers ed?

In order to be an instructor for your teen, you must:

• Be a parent, grandparent, or other legal guardian of the teen.
• Have held a valid Texas drivers license for the past 3 years without any suspensions or revocations.
• Have 6 or fewer points on your driving record.
• Have never committed a felony driving violation, such as DWI or negligent homicide.
• If you have just moved to the state of Texas, you must provide a copy of your driving record from your previous state of residence to confirm your eligibility.

Parents: Get approval in advance by visit the TDLR site to request the Parent Packet.

5. Does your online drivers ed course satisfy Texas DPS requirements?

Yes – our online course is DPS/TDLR-approved and meets all of the state’s requirements needed to get your Texas learners permit.

6. How long will it take me to finish the course?

You may work on our Texas online drivers ed course at your own pace; keep in mind, however, that the state of Texas prohibits participants from finishing the course in less than 16 calendar days.

7. What if I don’t pass the Texas online drivers ed final exam?

No worries. You’re allowed to take the final as many times as you need to pass.

8. How soon will I receive my certificate of completion?

As soon as you complete the course, we will send you your certificate of completion via email or FedEx, your choice.

9. How do I apply for a Texas learner license?

There are a few things you’ll need to get your Texas learners permit.

• AGE: You must be between 15 and 18 years old to apply for your permit.
• 6-Hour Permit Qualification Certificate
• Application for Texas Driver License, DL-14a
• Parental Driver Education Affidavit, DL-90a
• Classroom Instruction Record, DL-91a
• The required fee for Instruction Permit Issuance
• Proof of registration and insurance (if you own the vehicle)
• Proof of identity
• PTDE Program Receipt

10. Do I receive a certificate of completion for the ITTD course?

Yes; upon completion you will be sent a certificate that must be presented at the time of your road test. It’s important to note that your certificate expires in 90 days; if you fail to take your road test within that time, you will be required to complete the course ITTD again.