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Florida Drug & Alcohol Course (TLSAE)

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Get started on your Florida learner’s license with our FLHSMV-approved 4-hour Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) Course. Designed for first-time drivers age 18 and older, this 100% online course covers Florida traffic laws, substance abuse awareness, and safe driving practices while helping you prepare for the next steps in the licensing process.

  • 100% Online & Available Anytime

  • Self-Paced Lessons

  • State-Approved & DMV-Compliant

  • Same-Day Completion Certificate

  • Interactive, Engaging Course Design

  • Clear & Affordable Pricing

  • Automatically Saved Progress

  • Audio Read-Along Included

  • 7-Days-a-Week Customer Support

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Who Can Take This Florida TLSAE Course?

The Florida TLSAE Drug and Alcohol Course is required for applicable first-time Florida driver license applicants age 18 or older. Florida law provides exemptions for applicants who have already been licensed in another jurisdiction or who have satisfactorily completed an eligible Department of Education driver education course.

  • Age 18 and older: Applicable first-time driver license applicants must complete the TLSAE course before completing the Florida licensing process.
  • Previously licensed applicants: Applicants who have already been licensed in another jurisdiction are exempt from the TLSAE requirement under Florida law. 

What You'll Learn in This 4-Hour Course

The TLSAE curriculum covers Florida-required topics, including:

  • Florida traffic laws and safe motor-vehicle operation
  • The effects of alcohol and drugs on driving ability
  • The physiological, psychological, societal, and economic effects of substance abuse
  • Driver attitudes and risky behaviors such as speeding, reckless driving, and running red lights or stop signs
  • Motorcyclist, bicyclist, and pedestrian safety
  • The dangers and effects of using electronic devices while driving

What Is the Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (TLSAE)?

The Florida Drug and Alcohol Course — formally called the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course — is a 4-hour program required for applicable first-time Florida driver license applicants age 18 and older. The course is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and helps students complete the required education before moving forward with the Florida Class E licensing process.

The course covers Florida traffic laws, the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving performance, safe driving practices, driver responsibility, and other required safety topics. It is not a defensive driving or traffic-ticket dismissal course; it is specifically designed to satisfy Florida’s TLSAE education requirement.

Get Drivers Ed’s TLSAE course is fully online and self-paced. Students can start, pause, and resume the course on any compatible device. After successfully completing the required 4 hours and all course requirements, completion is reported electronically to FLHSMV.

Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Licensed

1

Easy Sign-Up

Enroll in our Florida Drug & Alcohol Course (TLSAE) for applicable first-time drivers age 18 and older. Complete the required 4-hour course fully online at your own pace on any compatible device.

2

Pass the Permit Exam

After finishing TLSAE, complete the applicable Florida Class E licensing exams, including the required vision, hearing, and knowledge testing.

3

Practice Driving

If you need behind-the-wheel practice before the road test, obtain the appropriate instruction permit and practice with a licensed driver age 21 or older.

4

Pass the Road Test & Get Licensed

Pass the Florida driving skills test, submit the required identification and licensing documents, pay applicable fees, and complete the remaining FLHSMV requirements to receive your Florida Class E driver license.

Why Choose Get Drivers Ed for Your Florida TLSAE Course?

Get Drivers Ed’s Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (TLSAE) is FLHSMV-approved, fully online, and designed for applicable first-time drivers age 18 and older. Complete the required 4-hour course at your own pace on any device, from anywhere in Florida.
After successful completion, your course record is reported electronically to FLHSMV. With no classroom attendance required and a 3-day money-back guarantee, it’s a convenient way to complete your Florida TLSAE requirement and move forward with the Class E driver licensing process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (TLSAE)?

The Florida Drug and Alcohol Course — also called the TLSAE (Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education) course — is a 4-hour FLHSMV-approved program every first-time Florida driver must complete before being issued a Class E learner's permit. It covers Florida traffic laws, the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving, and basic defensive driving.

Who is required to take the Florida drug and alcohol course?

Every first-time Florida driver's license applicant must complete the Florida Drug and Alcohol Course, regardless of age. That includes teens applying for a learner's permit (ages 14–17) and first-time adult applicants (18 and up). Out- of-state license transfers generally don't need the course.

Do you have to take the drug and alcohol course in Florida?

Yes. Florida law requires every first-time driver's license applicant to complete the TLSAE Drug and Alcohol Course before receiving a Class E learner's permit. There is no age-based exemption — adults 18+ applying for a first Florida license must also complete it. Out-of-state license holders may be exempt.

How long is the Florida drug and alcohol course online?

The Florida Drug and Alcohol Course is 4 hours of state-mandated content — the shortest FLHSMV-approved duration available. Get Drivers Ed delivers it online and self-paced, so you can complete it in one sitting or across multiple days. Your progress is saved automatically.

Is the Florida TLSAE course FLHSMV-approved?

Yes. Get Drivers Ed's Florida Drug and Alcohol Course is fully approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Your completion is reported electronically to the FLHSMV, so your record updates without any paperwork on your end.

What happens if you fail the Florida drug and alcohol test?

You can retake the included online knowledge exam as many times as needed at no extra cost. The course gives you unlimited written test attempts, so you can review the material and try again until you pass. Once you pass, your TLSAE certificate is issued instantly.