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Acquire our Texas parent-taught driver education course, officially accredited for students aged 14-17. For additional information on parent-taught driver education in Texas, follow our step-by-step guide
To successfully finish your PTDE course, you must designate a parent or guardian to serve as your driving instructor. This designated instructor can be your parent, foster parent, legal guardian, grandparent, or step-parent, provided they possess a valid driver's license, have held it for a minimum of three years, and fulfill a few other prerequisites.
After signing up and making payments, we will send you an email with detailed instructions to kickstart your journey. This will include a link for acquiring the PTDE Program Guide from the TDLR at a cost of $20, which is a prerequisite for beginning the course.
Check the instructions of your PTDE course and complete the initial 6 hours of our Texas teen drivers education program. Take the written exam and permit test within the app. Once you successfully pass, we'll send you a Certificate of Completion, which you can use to obtain your learner's permit. (Note: Although students can commence their PTDE coursework at 14, they are required to reach the age of 15 before they can undergo the permit test.
We will provide you with a checklist of the necessary documents that you should bring to your local DPS office in order to obtain your Texas learner's permit. Following that, you will only need to undergo an eye examination.
Complete your remaining 26 hours of Get Drivers ED driving school and continue practicing driving with your parent instructor. It's important to diligently record all 44 hours of your behind-the-wheel driving sessions in your PTDE course.
Every Texas Drivers Ed student must fulfill the requirement of the Impact Texas Teen Drivers program (ITTD). a 2-hour video course available at no cost on the DPS website. The ITTD course addresses important subjects, including distracted driving statistics in Texas, and should be completed within 90 days before your final driving examination.
After successfully finishing the Texas parent-taught drivers course and completing your behind-the-wheel driving lessons, you just need to pass the Texas driving test by simply revisiting the DPS. That’s it, after the license is yours, you can drive freely on the road!

Delving Deeper Into the Topic

  • This course has received complete endorsement from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
  • Our course includes a thorough final examination, which acts as your official DPS Written Test, granting you the convenience of skipping the in-person DPS office test. You have the flexibility to take the written test as many times as needed to ensure your successful completion.
  • Beyond textual materials, this course integrates captivating videos and animations to enrich the learning process, adding an extra layer of engagement.
  • This course is entirely accessible through the web and can be completed on your mobile device or computer without the need to download additional software or mobile apps.
  • You can conveniently access and download all certificates, eliminating the requirement for payments or waiting for certificates to be delivered by mail.
  • Please feel free to sign in and sign out at your own convenience, knowing that we keep track of your progress. When you return, you can pick up right from where you last left off.

Things you miss if you don't complete this course

If you don't complete this parents-taught driver’s ed course in Texas, you may miss out on several important benefits and requirements, including:
  1. Compliance with State Regulations : The course is a state-approved method for meeting Texas's mandatory driver education requirements for teens under 18 years old. Failing to complete it could result in legal consequences or delays in obtaining a driver's license.
  2. Learner Permit : You won’t be able to practice driving with an adult because this course is needed to obtain a Texas learner permit, which is the first step toward becoming a licensed driver.
  3. Knowledge and skills : Without completing this course, you will be ill-prepared for the challenges that you may face on the road because this course provides essential knowledge about Texas traffic laws, safe driving practices, and defensive driving techniques.
  4. Discounted Insurance Rates : Not completing this course may result in missing out on potential cost savings because some insurance providers offer discounts to people who have completed an approved parent taught drivers ed in Texas.
  5. Safe Driving Habits : The course emphasizes the development of safe and responsible driving habits, which are crucial for minimizing accidents and protecting both the driver and others on the road.

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Frequently asked questions

In compliance with state regulations, students are required to order and receive the PTDE packet prior to commencing any Parent Taught Drivers Ed coursework online.
Parent instructors should have a valid driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and meet any other specific requirements outlined by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Yes, this course is fully web-based, allowing students to access the materials and lessons online using their computer or mobile device.
The course covers topics such as Texas traffic laws, defensive driving techniques, and safe driving practices, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the written exam and responsible driving on the road.
Yes, the course usually includes a final exam to test your knowledge. Passing this exam is often a requirement for obtaining a learner's permit.