🎓 How It Works: Your Path to a Texas Driver’s License
Whether you’re a teen just starting out or an adult seeking independence on the road, The School of Driving makes the journey to your license smooth, supported, and confidence-filled.
📘 TEENAGERS (Under 18)
Step 1: Complete a 24-Hour Classroom Driver Education Course
• Enroll in our state-approved online Teen Driver Education course.
• After completing the first 6 hours, you will receive a Driver Education Certificate (DE-964) marked “Learner’s License Only.”
• This certificate allows you to apply for a learner’s permit.
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/DE964
Step 2: Get Your Learner’s Permit
• Schedule a DPS appointment.
• Bring:
• Driver Education certificate (DE-964 – Learner’s License Only)
• VOE (Verification of Enrollment)
• Birth certificate or passport
• Social Security card
• Two proofs of Texas residency
📄 Full paperwork list:
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/paperwork
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Driving Practice
• Texas requires 44 total hours of behind-the-wheel practice, which can be completed in one of two ways:
Option A: Parent-Led Only
• All 44 hours may be completed with a parent or guardian.
Option B: School-Led + Parent-Led (Most Common)
• Minimum 7 hours of in-car driving with a licensed driving school
• 7 hours of in-car observation with a licensed driving school
• Remaining 30 hours completed with a parent or guardian
• Practice hours must be logged using the official driving log:
🔗 https://www.allstardriveredonline.com/forms/TexasDriveLogs.pdf
• After completing the full 24-hour classroom course and required driving practice, you will receive a second Driver Education Certificate (DE-964) marked “Driver’s License Only.”
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/DE964
• If a student has already completed all 44 hours elsewhere and only needs refresher training, they may take 1–7 hours with our instructors before testing.
Step 4: Complete the Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) Course
• Take the free ITTD course online.
• This course is mandatory before any road test and must be completed within 90 days of testing.
🔗 https://impacttexasdrivers.dps.texas.gov/ittd/
Step 5: Take the Road Test & Get Licensed
• The road test may be taken with a certified third-party provider or directly at the DPS.
• A parent or legal guardian must be present for the road test regardless of where it is taken.
• Bring all required paperwork (certificates, logs, permit).
📄 Full paperwork checklist:
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/paperwork
• After passing, return to the DPS (if required) and receive your provisional Texas driver license.
📗 ADULTS (18+)
✅ YOUNG ADULTS (18-24)
Step 1: Complete a 6-Hour Adult Driver Education Course (ADE-1317)
• Enroll in the 6-Hour Adult Driver Education course (ADE-1317).
• This course replaces the DPS written knowledge test.
• Print your Adult Driver Education Certificate (ADE-1317) after completion.
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/ADE1317
Step 2: Get Your Learner’s Permit
• Schedule a DPS appointment for your vision exam and application.
• Bring:
• Driver Education certificate (ADE-1317)
• Valid ID or passport
• Social Security card
• Two proofs of Texas residency
📄 Full paperwork list:
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/paperwork
Step 3: Complete the Impact Texas Adult Drivers (ITAD) Course
• Take the free ITAD course online.
• This course is required before any road test.
🔗 https://impacttexasdrivers.dps.texas.gov/itad
Step 4: Take the Road Test
• Schedule your road test with a third-party provider or at the DPS.
• Bring:
• Learner’s permit
• Driver Education certificate (ADE-1317)
• ITAD completion certificate
📄 Full paperwork checklist:
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/paperwork
Step 5: Get Your Texas Driver License
• Submit your passing results (if third-party tested).
• Receive your Texas driver license.
✅ Ages 25+
Same steps as ages 18–24, with one key difference:
Step 1: Adult Driver Education Course (Optional but Strongly Recommended)
• The 6-Hour Adult Driver Education course (ADE-1317) is optional for drivers age 25+.
• If you do not take the course, you must take the DPS written knowledge test in person at your DPS appointment.
⚠️ If you fail the DPS knowledge test:
• You will be sent home
• You must rebook a new DPS appointment
• Licensing may be delayed weeks or longer
✅ Taking the ADE-1317 course at home:
• Eliminates the DPS written test
• Reduces risk of failure
• Saves time and repeat appointments
🔗 theschoolofdriving.com/ADE1317
All remaining steps (ITAD, road test, licensing) follow the same process as ages 18–24.
🎓 Our Packages Make It Easy
• 🚗 After-School/Work & Weekend Lessons (Sunrise–Sunset)
• 🏠 Home Pickup & Drop-Off Across DFW
• 📅 DPS Appointments in 5–7 Days (Others: 4–6 Weeks)
• 🚦 FREE DPS Road Test (Save $150+)
• 💻 FREE Drivers Ed Included (Save $50+)
• 📞 7-Day Phone & Text Support (8AM–7PM)
• 📱 24/7 Student Portal
• 🚘 Car Provided (Instructor Brakes + Insurance)
