Florida Driver Education Online

Before you can get your Florida learner's permit, you must complete a state-approved driver education program. Our Florida Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course helps you meet this requirement 100% online.

Take the program on its own or bundle it with the official online permit exam to satisfy your permit training and exam requirements from home.

• Approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV)
• Learn 100% Online
• Digital Certificate Download
• Completion Automatically Reported to the FLHSMV

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Program Benefits

• Foundational driving knowledge: Learn Florida traffic laws, responsible driving habits and the impact of drugs and alcohol while driving.
• 100% online, self-paced: Access the training anytime from any internet-enabled device and complete it at your own speed.
• FLHSMV-approved content: The program is officially approved by the state of Florida, making it easy to meet state requirements.
• Built-in quizzes and final exam: Reinforce your driving knowledge with quizzes after each module and a comprehensive final exam.
• Instant digital certificate: Download your certificate immediately after passing. We also automatically report your results to the FLHSMV.

Training Topics

Module 1: Introduction

Module 2: Demonstrate Knowledge of Traffic Laws and Safe Driving

• Traffic rules and sign recognition
• Basic driving skills and vehicle control
• Sharing the road
• Risk awareness and defensive driving
• Licensing rules and legal responsibilities

Module 3: Understand All Preparations Necessary to Drive a Vehicle

• Vehicle inspection and basic maintenance
• Driving costs and insurance
• Required vehicle safety mechanisms
• Avoiding risks on the road
• Test-ready driving skills

Module 4: Understand How to Interact with Law Enforcement in Traffic and Special Situations

• Understanding Florida’s Move Over Law
• Navigating traffic stops
• How to respond to malfunctioning traffic signals
• Steps to take after an accident takes place
• Handling emergency situations

Module 5: Understand How to Drive and React in Emergency Traffic Situations

• How to prevent collisions
• Strategies for driving in bad weather
• How to react in various emergency
• Flood safety
• Navigating road hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this training made for?

You can begin the Florida Driver Education Traffic Safety program at 14 1/2 years old. However, you must be at least 15 to apply for your learner’s permit. This curriculum is required for all teens applying for their state learner’s permit between the ages of 15 and 17.

How long does is the program?

The training is designed to take six hours, and you can log in and out as needed. Your progress is saved automatically.

Is this approved by the state?

Yes, it is officially approved by the FLHSMV and satisfies the necessary requirements for applying for a learner’s permit.

Did the DETS program replace TLSAE?

Yes. In August 2025, the DETS program officially replaced Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) as the required training for first-time drivers. To earn your Florida learner’s permit, you must now complete the mandatory DETS program.

Can I take the Florida driver’s permit exam online?

If you're under 18, you can take the official Florida permit exam online. If you're 18 or older, you must take the exam in person at an FLHSMV local office.

How do I receive my certificate of program completion?

You’ll be able to download your digital completion certificate immediately after passing the final exam.

Will my results be sent to the state?

Yes. Once you finish the online program (and exam, if taken), your results will be instantly sent to the FLHSMV.