Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course

Effective July 1, 2025


Course Details

The new mandatory course for new drivers ages 14-17 is called the Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course. Are you a teen or first-time driver in Florida ready to hit the road? Our state-approved Florida Online Driver’s Education Course is the easiest, fastest, and most flexible way to meet your learner’s permit requirements—without ever stepping foot in a classroom.


Why Choose Our Online Course?

  • State-Approved by the Florida DHSMV
  • Accessible 24/7 on any device – study at your own pace
  • Interactive lessons, videos, and quizzes to keep you engaged
  • Automatic progress tracking – pick up right where you left off
  • Completion certificate sent directly to the DMV offices
  • Excellent customer support if you ever need help

Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course

$34.95

The Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course is required to get your license. (For New Drivers 14-17 years only).

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FAQ

Any new driver in the state of Florida that is ages 14, 15, 16 and 17 years old must take this new Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course
No. The 4-hour First Time Driver course (TLSAE) is only for new drivers 18 years and older.
Yes. You can register and take the course online.
Yes. Upon successful completion we automatically report your completion to the DMV offices.

Who Needs This Course?

If you are ages 14, 15, 16 or 17 years old in Florida, you must complete a Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course before you can get your learner’s permit.

Effective July 1, 2025 new drivers aged 14-17 must take the Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course.

What’s Included in the Course?

The Florida Department of Education (DOE) has listed some of the course topics below:

  • Meaning and responsibilities of a Driver License
  • Laws that govern the operation of a motor vehicle
  • Knowledge of Florida’s Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws
  • Vehicle control and traffic procedures
  • Knowledge of sharing the road with other types of vehicles and vulnerable road users
  • Defensive driving strategies
  • Physical and mental factors that affect driving ability
  • Effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving performance

How It Works

  • 1.Sign Up in just a few minutes
  • 2.Complete the course at your own pace
  • 3.Pass the final quiz – unlimited free retakes if needed
  • 4.Certificate of Completion - Auto reported online to the DMV offices

Get on the Road with Confidence

We make driver’s ed simple, convenient, and affordable. Whether you're a teenager getting your learner's permit or an adult looking for a refresher, our course is designed to get you safely and legally behind the wheel—fast.

Sign Up Today and Start Driving Toward Freedom!

 

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