Your Texas license starts with 6 hours, online.
A TDLR-approved course for adults 18+ — first-time Texas drivers, new residents, and immigrants alike. Finish today, walk into DPS with your certificate ready.
6 hours total course length$39 flat, no hidden feesInstant ADE-1317 certificateEN / ES bilingual course
What is the 6-Hour Adult Driving Course?
Officially called the Adult Driver Education Course, it’s approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) for anyone 18 or older applying for a Texas driver’s license for the first time.
Complete it entirely online, from any phone, tablet, or computer, at your own pace. Finish the course and pass the final quiz, and you’ll receive your ADE-1317 certificate instantly — the document DPS needs to move your application forward.
Who needs this course?
18–24
Applying for a first Texas driver’s license and haven’t taken adult driver ed before.
25+
Want to learn Texas-specific rules and safe habits before the road test — recommended, not required.
New residents
Immigrants or new Texas residents who’ve never held a U.S. driver’s license before.
What you’ll learn
Every lesson mixes short videos, practice quizzes, and real-world scenarios so the material actually sticks.
Texas traffic laws & road signsRules of the road & right-of-waySpeed limits & traffic control devicesDWI lawsDefensive driving strategies
Driving safely in Texas weather & traffic
How the course works
1. Register online
Sign up for the course on the A Auto Driving School website — takes a couple of minutes.
2. Complete the lessons
Go through each interactive chapter at your own speed. Stop and pick up again anytime, on any device.
3. Pass the final test
A short multiple-choice exam at the end — retake it as many times as you need, free.
4. Get certified instantly
Your ADE-1317 certificate is ready to download the moment you pass.
5. Head to DPS
Bring your certificate and documents to your nearest Texas DPS office to finish your license application.
Documents to bring to DPS
U.S. citizens
- Proof of identity (birth certificate or passport)
- Social Security card
- Proof of Texas residency
- ADE-1317 certificate
Immigrants / non-citizens
- Valid passport with visa or I-94
- Green Card or immigration documents
- Proof of Texas residency
- SSN card or ineligibility letter
- ADE-1317 certificate
After you finish the course
U.S. citizens
- Schedule your DPS driving test
- Practice supervised driving with a licensed adult if needed
- Bring your ADE-1317 certificate and ID to your test
Immigrants
- Review your immigration documents for DPS verification
- Practice with a licensed driver in your area
- Schedule your road test once you feel ready
One flat price. No surprises.
$39.00
Everything included — no hidden graduation fees.
- Texas DPS-approved course
- 100% online, any device
- Instant certificate on completion
- Free retakes on the final test
There’s no state-approved free version of this course in Texas — $39 is the most affordable DPS-approved option available, certificate included.
Built to fit a busy schedule
Finish in one day — 6 hours totalNo classroom attendance requiredInstant certificate downloadLearn at your own speedTDLR-approvedAvailable in English and Spanish
Ready to get your ADE-1317 certificate today?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ADE-1317 certificate?
The official adult driver education certificate in Texas, required for adults 18+ getting their first license. You get it instantly after finishing the 6-hour course.
How long does the course actually take?
Exactly 6 hours, in one sitting or spread across several sessions. Pause and resume anytime, on any device.
Is there a free version in Texas?
No state-approved free course exists. $39 with an instant certificate is the most affordable approved option.
Do adults need a learner’s permit in Texas?
No. Adults 18+ don’t need a learner’s permit — after the course and certificate, you can apply for your license directly at DPS.
How many times can I retake the final quiz?
As many times as you need, with no penalty. Take your time and pass at your own pace.
Can adults over 25 take this course?
Yes — any adult 18 or older, including those over 25, 30, or 40, must take this course for their first Texas license.
Is the course available in Spanish?
Yes, the full course is available in both English and Spanish.
The official adult driver education certificate in Texas, required for adults 18+ getting their first license. You get it instantly after finishing the 6-hour course.
Exactly 6 hours, in one sitting or spread across several sessions. Pause and resume anytime, on any device.
No state-approved free course exists. $39 with an instant certificate is the most affordable approved option.
No. Adults 18+ don’t need a learner’s permit — after the course and certificate, you can apply for your license directly at DPS.
As many times as you need, with no penalty. Take your time and pass at your own pace.
Yes — any adult 18 or older, including those over 25, 30, or 40, must take this course for their first Texas license.
Yes, the full course is available in both English and Spanish.