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Adult Drivers Ed Texas – Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ's
- At what age do I need to take an adult drivers ed course instead of a teen course?
First-time drivers age 18 and up will need to take the 6-hour adult drivers education course, instead of the teen course. The teen drivers ed course is for students ages 15-17 and 1/2.
- Am I required to take drivers ed, or can I just get my license when I turn 18?
You cannot get your drivers license under the age of 25 without having first completed a state-approved drivers education program. It is mandatory for all Texas adults ages 18-24.
- Do I have to take this course if I'm 25 or older?
Drivers ed is not required for first-time adult drivers age 25 or above. However, it does give you a thorough preparation for the driving environment that you simply cannot get by simple observation or reading through a drivers handbook. Plus, if you take your course online, you don’t have to take a written exam at the DPS!
- Is your course approved?
Yes! Our online adult driver education course is 100% approved by the TDLR, and meets all requirements for a Texas drivers license.
- What's the difference between an adult drivers ed course and a defensive driving course?
An adult drivers ed course includes state-mandated curriculum that qualifies you to earn your Texas drivers license. A defensive driving course is intended for drivers who already have their licenses and have been required to complete a course for ticket dismissal or point reduction, or to receive a discount on their insurance. A defensive driving course is not a substitute for adult drivers ed.
- How long is the course?
This Texas adult drivers ed course is 6 hours long, as required by the state. You may work through those 6 hours at your own pace and around your schedule. So if you wish, you can complete the course in a single sitting, or you may spread it out over a few separate study sessions.
- What will I learn in an adult drivers ed course?
This course teaches you the essential skills associated with safe driving and being a responsible member of the Texas driving community. You will be instructed in basic road maneuvers and behaviors, Texas road regulations and driving laws, traffic signs and signals, as well as defensive driving techniques and hazard prevention skills to keep you and your fellow motorists safe.
You do not have to complete any behind-the-wheel training as an adult driver; you must simply complete and pass this course, and take your in-car driving test at the DPS to earn your license.
- What's the difference between an online adult drivers ed course and a classroom course?
The curriculum for each of these course formats is exactly the same – however, taking your course online is much more convenient. You have the option of studying from any computer, instead of sitting in a designated classroom, and you may choose to work whenever it best fits your schedule.
- Is there a final exam?
Yes. The final exam consists of 30 questions, with 15 pertaining to road signs and 15 covering road rules. You must pass the exam with a score of 70% or higher, and you are allowed 3 attempts to pass. Your online final exam also counts as your written licensing exam at the DPS.
- If I pass the final exam, do I have to take a written exam at the DPS?
No! Your online final exam functions as your written DPS licensing exam. After you pass the course, and complete the ITYD course , simply bring your certificate of completion with you to the DPS. You may then take your road test and earn your drivers license!
- How do I get my drivers license?
After you pass your course, complete the ITYD process, then make an appointment for your road test at the DPS. Then you simply take your certificate of completion from your adult drivers education course to the Texas DPS, take both vision and hearing exams, and take your road test. You’ll have your license in no time!
- How do I get my Texas drivers license if I'm over 25?
If you’re over 25 years old, you don’t need a certificate from an adult drivers ed course. Just make an appointment for a drivers license test at the DPS. There, you will take your written licensing exam, and vision and hearing tests, before getting behind the wheel for your road test.
An easy way to bypass the licensing exam, however, is to take an adult drivers ed course anyway. Your final exam for the course replaces your written exam at the DPS, making it much easier to pass.
- What do I have to do to get my license at age 18 in Texas?
If you are applying for your first Texas driver license, you must follow these steps:
- Visit your local Texas DPS location.
- Provide appropriate documents to verify the following: identity, Texas residency, U.S. citizenship or lawful presence status, and Social Security number. For details on which documents are acceptable, visit the Texas DPS website.
- Complete the “Application for Texas Driver License or Identification Card” form.
- Supply either of these two options:
- Proof of Texas vehicle registration (if you are a new Texas resident) and proof of financial responsibility for each vehicle you own.
- A statement that affirms that you do not own a motor vehicle.
- Pay the required fees.
- Pass both a knowledge test and a driving test (unless you are exempt).
Keep in mind that all applicants under the age of 25 in Texas must pass a driver education course and complete the DPS ITYD course before they may apply for their first driver license.
- Is there a time limit to complete this course?
You must complete your course within 2 years (730 days) of payment. This course meets the 6-hour minimum required by the state.
- What's the certificate of completion process? How long will it take to get my certificate?
As soon as you complete your course, we process your information so that we can get your certificate of completion out to you as quickly as possible. Shipping via regular mail typically takes 5-7 days, and we even offer rush processing, instant electronic mail, two-day express, and overnight shipping options so you can be on your way to getting your driver license even faster!
- In Texas, do I have to take drivers ed if I am 18?
Yes, all applicants for a first-time driver license in Texas under the age of 25 must successfully complete a drivers ed course.
- How do you know it's me taking the course?
As per state regulations, we verify your identity through personal validation questions asked throughout the course.
- Do I receive a certificate of completion for the ITYD course?
Yes; upon completion DPS will send you 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 ITYD course again.
- What is Roadside Assistance?
At I Drive Safely, we are passionate about creating safe drivers, and it’s with your safety in mind that we teamed up with Allstate Roadside Services to provide I Drive Safely students with three months of free roadside assistance. A great deal and peace of mind? It doesn’t get much better than that.
Here’s how it works:
- Sign up for your I Drive Safely Drivers Ed or Defensive Driving course.
- During checkout, be sure to opt in to your free trial of Roadside Assistance. This will set you up with three free months of roadside assistance. Please keep in mind that this enrollment opportunity is only available during checkout – don’t miss out! After your trial ends, your card will be charged $5/month, and you can cancel at any time.
- Hit the road with peace of mind knowing you are covered with emergency roadside assistance.
What you’ll get:
- Roadside coverage available 24/7, anywhere in the United States
- Anyone in the I Drive Safely driver’s family can use it!
- Digital tools to help you get the right service fast
- Towing, fuel delivery, lockout service, and more!
- For more information about the benefits involved, check out our terms and conditions here.
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- I have questions about my Roadside Assistance. Who should I contact?
Contact our dedicated I Drive Safely Roadside Assistance line:
Phone: 888-292-0599
Email: [email protected]
If you need to use your Roadside Assistance Benefits, contact Allstate Roadside Services directly at 1-855-520-3691.
- How do I cancel my Roadside Assistance?
If you would like to cancel your Roadside Assistance, simply contact our dedicated Roadside Assistance agents.
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Adult Driver Education Online in Texas
Want to get your drivers license the easy way? I Drive Safely’s Texas Adult Driver Education course is entertaining, interactive, and as easy as 1-2-3!
Texas Adult Drivers Ed in a Snapshot
Take Adult Drivers Ed if you are 18-24 and need a Texas drivers license.
Consider taking Adult Drivers Ed if you are over 25.
Complete your Texas Adult Drivers Ed course in 6 hours.
Collect your ADE-1317 certificate after completing a Texas Adult Drivers Ed course.
Texas Adult Drivers Ed Requirements
Texas residents 18 to 24 who want a drivers license are required to take a 6 hour adult drivers ed course. The course has to be approved by the TDLR and can be online or offline. Adult drivers ed is optional for anyone 25 or older. Although, the DPS recommends a drivers ed course for new drivers of all ages. We offer the course you need to get your license.
The DPS requires new drivers 18-24 to take a drivers ed course before applying for a Texas state drivers license. DPS stands for the department of motor vehicles. After passing an adult drivers ed course, first-time drivers need to complete a free Impact Texas Young Drivers course. Next, these first-time Texas drivers need to pass a vision and hearing exam at the their local DPS. Lastly, new drivers need to pass a behind the wheel road test.
The DPS recommends but doesn't require adult drivers ed for first time drivers 25 and older. You could simply go to the DPS, take the class C knowledge exam, pass the hearing and vision tests, pass the road test, and earn your license. Be aware that you only get 3 chances to pass the knowledge exam in 90 days. After 3 failed attempts, you need to file a whole new application. If you'd rather not worry about passing the knowledge exam at the DPS, you should take our adult drivers ed course online.
So how do you get started?
Step 1: Take Our Adult Drivers Ed Course
With I Drive Safely’s adult driving course, you can register now and begin right away. And with 24/7 access, you can complete the 9 easy chapters entirely at your own pace.
Step 2: Pass the Online Exam
After your coursework you’ll take the final exam: 30 multiple-choice questions on road signs and rules. Don’t stress - you have 3 attempts to get a passing grade (70% or higher). After you pass, all that’s left are the vision and driving test at the DPS!
Step 3: Get Your Certificate!
Passing your final exam earns you your certificate of completion, which I Drive Safely mails right to you. In fact, if you pass before 3:00 p.m., we’ll even ship it on the same day. From there, simply complete the ITYD process, and afterwards bring the certificate to the DPS and take your vision and driving tests!
Go with the Leader in Texas Adult Drivers Ed
I Drive Safely has provided driver education courses in Texas for more than a decade. We are proud to be an approved provider of this Texas adult driver education course. Quality you can trust, convenience you can appreciate – your success is our goal.
Automatically Pass the DPS Exam
The best part of this course is that once you pass our final exam, you automatically pass your written DPS exam. Simply pass the course and we’ll send you a certificate of completion that states you passed your DPS written exam. Once you receive your certificate, you present the certificate to the DPS to get your license. Please note: if you do not currently have a license, you will also be required to take a behind-the-wheel exam.
Online Makes It Easy!
You’ll enjoy all the benefits that come from taking our adult drivers ed course online. It’s only 6 hours long so if you'd like, you can complete the course in a day. However, most of our students benefit from the ability to study a little at a time, when it’s most convenient for them. With our online Texas adult drivers ed course, you can study for an hour or so in the morning, take a break, come back in the afternoon, and start up again. And you’ll return to the same place you last left off. No wasting time backing up and relearning old lessons. You’ll always be ready to move forward.
Multimedia Course Makes It Fun
Our online Texas adult drivers education course is different from most other courses you’ll take. While classroom training is essentially lectures and workbooks, taking our multimedia course is as simple as watching TV. Our lessons are accompanied by a narrator explaining the course materials and presenting you with animations and videos that are proven to help you with knowledge retention for real-world application - such as when you’re taking your final exam.
A Price You Can't Beat
At I Drive Safely, we make sure that you can take the best course in the industry at a competitive price. Keeping the price low on our Texas online adult drivers ed course means everyone can take it, and that's what we want to ensure. And with our 30-day money-back guarantee, you're free to change your mind.
Still Have Questions?
Our customer support team members work 7 days a week to make sure there is always someone available to assist you throughout the course. You can get in touch with a customer support team member by email, or calling our toll-free hotline.