DRIVER'S ED FOR TEENS

Online class part of the driver ed is 32 hours as required by TDLR. After completing 6 of the 32 hours, and passing the written test, you are eligible to obtain a learner permit and begin your behind-the-wheel driving lessons.

Texas teens under age of 18 must complete the full 32-hour driver education course, 7 hours of driving lessons, 7 hours of observation, and 30 hours of additional behind-the-wheel lessons with a parent or qualified adult. After meeting these requirements and having held the permit for at least 6 months, teen are eligible to take a road test.

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Yes, If you are are under the age of 18, you must be enrolled and attending high school unless you already have a high school diploma or GED.

The length of teen driver ed course is 32 hours.

To be eligible for a driver's license in Texas, individuals under 18 are mandated by the law to successfully complete a state-approved driver education course.

As a teen, you need to bring the following to DPS to obtain a permit:

Proof of US citizenship/lawful presence (birth certificate, green card, etc.)
Two Proofs of Texas residency (utilities bill, etc.)
Proof of Identity (birth certificate, etc.)
Social Security Card
Certificate issued by the school after passing the test.
Verification of Enrollment (VOE) or last report card during summertime
Proof of parent’s vehicle insurance
A parent/legal guardian must accompany the teen

Teens can start driver education in Texas at the age of 14.

The GDL program is a system designed to gradually introduce young drivers to the driving experience. It includes learner permits, provisional licenses, and full, unrestricted licenses.

Teens can apply for a provisional driver's license in Texas at the age of 16, provided they have held a learner’s permit for at least six months and completed driver education requirements.

Yes, teen drivers in Texas are required to complete minimum of 7 hours of behind-the-wheel training with a professional driving instructor.

Yes, teen drivers in Texas are required to complete minimum of 7 hours of behind-the-wheel training with a professional driving instructor.

Teens can begin classroom part of the driver education program as early as age 14, but must be 15 to apply for a learner’s permit.

Yes, all teen are required to complete driver education program to obtain their driver's licesne.

Teens can get their learner's permit at age of 15 after completing the first 6 hours of classroom instruction (the “permit test” section).

• Birth Certificate, Passport, or Green Card
• DE-964 (driver’s ed certificate)
• Proof of identity & residency
• Social Security card
• Verification of enrollment (VOE) from school

Teen must hold their permit for least 6 months and must be 16 years of age in order to obtain their driver's license.

At 16 years old, after holding a learner’s permit for 6 months and completing all driver’s ed requirements.

Teen are required to complete the following:

• 32 hours of classroom lessons
• 37 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction at least 7 of which must be with the driving school
• 7 hours observation with an instructor or parent

Yes, My First Drive Driving School is authorized to conduct DPS road test onsite at our school.

Student can retake can retake after waiting 24 hours. Though we suggest you take the time to address the weaknesses that caused you to fail so you can be safe on the road. Costs & Options

Costs vary by provider ranging from approximately $500 to $3000 depending on how many lesson the driving school provides.

Yes, teens must complete the free online ITTD course within 90 days before their road test.

Yes, Texas allows state-approved online programs combined with behind-the-wheel lessons. My First Drive offer online classes for teens to be taken from the convenience of their home.