Approved Florida Driving School

Florida Approved Driver Training Courses

Whether you're a new teen driver needing your 6-hour DETS course, an adult getting licensed, or need a BDI/ADI traffic course after a citation — every FLHSMV-approved course is in one place. The best prices on the most convenient platform, with zero hidden fees.

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Why Choose Approved Florida Driving School in Florida?

Approved Florida Driving School is your trusted source for Florida driving courses, driver education, and free study tools designed to help Florida drivers become safer and more confident behind the wheel. We offer a complete selection of online Florida teen drivers education, Florida adult driver education, Basic Driver Improvement (BDI), Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI), and other defensive driving courses. Our online courses are recommended for additional practice, skill development, and driver knowledge.

Getting licensed doesn't have to be stressful or expensive. We combine high-quality online education with powerful free study tools to help you prepare for success. Practice as much as you'd like with our Free Permit Practice Tests, designed to closely match the Florida DHSMV knowledge exam. Build real-world confidence with our Free Driver's License Simulator, where you can practice driving scenarios in a fun, interactive environment. Study Floridaroad signs, review Florida traffic laws, and strengthen your driving skills before ever getting behind the wheel.

From teens earning their first learner's permit and adults obtaining a Florida driver's license to drivers completing Florida BDI or ADI requirements — or anyone who simply wants to become a safer, more knowledgeable driver — DOT Driving School provides everything you need in one convenient place. Our courses are 100% online, self-paced, affordable, and supported by free study tools that help Florida drivers succeed.

Florida Driving Courses

Course Identifiers

Official State Approved Course

Meets or exceeds state requirements and is accepted as an official state licensing course.

Teen Driver Course

For teen (typically new) drivers.

Adult Driver Course

For adult (new and experienced) drivers.

Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course

To comply with court orders or if receiving a citation.

Recommended Course

Not state approved or required — but recommended for skill development or enhancement.

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6-hr Florida Driver Education Traffic Safety Course Package with Practice and Official Permit Exam

Official State Approved Course
Teen Driver Course
6+ hours Under 18

This Florida First Time Driver Package includes the 6-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) Course, and the Official Online Permit Exam, with a bonus practice exam. The 6-hour DETS Course is required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for all first-time driver's license applicants under the age of 18 under Florida Statute 322.095. This course must be completed before taking the Florida Permit Exam and applying for a learner's permit in the state of Florida. After you complete the 6-hour DETS, you have the option of taking a Permit Practice Test before you take the Official Florida DMV Permit Test Online. Upon successful completion of the official exam, you will be eligible to receive your Florida Restricted or Permit Driver's License at your local DMV office. The test is approved by the Florida Department Highway Safety Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). The American Safety Institute (ASI) is a 3rd party provider that offers the permit test online. 100% online and self-paced — complete on your phone, tablet, or computer. We report completion and results directly to the FL DMV.

  • 6-Hour DETS Course Included
  • Required per Florida Statute 322.095
  • Official Online Permit Exam Included
  • Bonus Permit Practice Test Included
  • DHSMV-Approved Permit Exam
  • ASI 3rd-Party Permit Test Provider
  • Eligible for Florida Restricted/Permit License
  • Auto-Reported to FL DMV
  • Save vs. Buying Separately

Applicants 18+ must take the exam at a local DMV office.

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Required — Under 18

6-Hour Driver Education & Traffic Safety Course (DETS)

Official State Approved Course
Teen Driver Course
6 hours Under 18

The Florida Driver Education Traffic Safety Course is required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for all first time driver's license applicants under the age of 18 under Florida Statute 322.095. This course must be completed before taking the Florida Permit Exam and applying for a learner's permit in the state of Florida. Learn traffic laws, defensive driving, and DUI consequences at your own pace on any device. We automatically send an electronic report to the Florida DMV upon completion.

  • FLHSMV-Approved Course
  • Required for Drivers Under 18
  • Required per Florida Statute 322.095
  • Must Complete Before Permit Exam
  • Certificate Submitted to DMV
  • Covers What Young Drivers Need
  • Available in English & Spanish
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Ages 14.5–17

Florida Online Permit Exam

Official State Approved Course
Teen Driver Course
Self-paced Ages 14.5–17

You will select this 50-Question Test if you would like to register for the Official Class E Knowledge Test Online provided by American Safety Institute. You must be under 18 years old to be eligible to take the test online. Upon successful completion of this test, you will be eligible to receive your Florida Restricted or Permit Driver's License at your local office. This exam is provided by an external exam provider. We electronically report your completion to the Florida DMV immediately, and practice tests are included to help you pass with confidence.

  • Official 50-Question Class E Knowledge Test
  • Provided by American Safety Institute
  • Must Be Under 18 to Take Online
  • Eligible for Florida Restricted/Permit License
  • External Exam Provider
  • Results Reported to FL DMV
  • Practice Test Included
  • Available in English & Spanish

Applicants 18+ must take the exam at a local DMV office. If you already attempted in-person, you are no longer eligible online.

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Required — Ages 18+

4-Hour Florida First Time Driver (Drug & Alcohol) Course

Official State Approved Course
Adult Driver Course
4 hours Ages 18+

The Florida First Time Driver Class, also known as the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) Course or Drug & Alcohol course, is required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for all first time driver's license applicants under Florida Statute 322.095 for anyone OVER 18 years old. This course must be completed before taking the Florida Permit Exam and applying for a learner's permit in the state of Florida. This course is also required for licensed drivers under 21 years of age who have received a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol. IMPORTANT: As of 8/1/2025 you must be over 18 years old to take this course. Engaging, easy to complete, and 100% online on any device. Save your progress and complete at your own pace. Auto-reported to the FL DMV.

  • FL Approved TLSAE / Drug & Alcohol
  • Required for New Drivers 18+
  • Required per Florida Statute 322.095
  • Must Complete Before Permit Exam
  • Also for DUI Suspensions (Under 21)
  • Auto-Reported to FL DMV
  • Self-Paced Online Course
  • Available in English & Spanish

IMPORTANT: As of 8/1/2025 you must be over 18 years old to take this course.

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Most Popular — Traffic School

4-Hour Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course

Official State Approved Course
Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course
4 hours All ages

This option is for a driver who has received a traffic ticket and elects to take traffic school to avoid points, insurance penalties, and retain a "safe driver" status in accordance with requirements outlined in 318.1451, Florida Statutes. Any driver who elects to take this course also receives an 18% reduction in the fine. This course is state-approved by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Note: This course is NOT for learner's permit or new drivers. Accepted statewide by Florida courts. Available in English and Spanish.

  • Dismiss a Traffic Ticket
  • Prevent Points on Your License
  • Retain "Safe Driver" Status
  • 18% Fine Reduction
  • DHSMV-Approved (Statute 318.1451)
  • Not for Learner's Permit or New Drivers
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Court-Ordered

8-Hour Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course

Official State Approved Course
Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course
8 hours Court-ordered

The 8-Hour Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course is for drivers who have received a judicial court order to take an 8-hour course or who have received two traffic tickets within one (1) year (Broward or Dade Counties only). This course is approved by all 67 Florida Counties and is offered both in person and online. Fulfill your court requirement, strengthen your safe driving skills, and get back on the road quickly and safely — complete the course online at your own pace from any device.

  • 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement Requirement
  • For Court Orders or Two Tickets in 1 Year
  • Broward or Dade Counties (Two-Ticket Provision)
  • Approved by All 67 Florida Counties
  • Offered In Person & Online
  • Court Requirement Fulfilled
  • Self-Paced Online
  • Available in English & Spanish
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Court-Ordered

8-Hour Florida Aggressive Driver improvement Course

Official State Approved Course
Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course
8 hours Court-ordered

You have selected the 8 Hour Aggressive Driver Course. The 8 Hour Aggressive Driver course is a Court Ordered Traffic School class. We also offer this Defensive Driving Course in person and online. This online course allows you to work at your own pace and will help you fulfill all court requirements for an 8-Hour Aggressive Driving Course and get back on the road quickly and safely.

  • 8-Hour Aggressive Driving Requirement
  • Court-Ordered Traffic School
  • Available In Person & Online
  • Court Requirement Fulfilled
  • Self-Paced Online
  • Accepted Statewide
  • Available in English & Spanish
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License Reinstatement

12-Hour Florida Advanced Driver Improvement Course

Official State Approved Course
Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course
12 hours Court-ordered

If your license has been revoked or suspended, or if you are under court order to take a driving improvement program, this is the course for you. As long as your offenses don't include DUI, you can take this course to fulfill the requirements for reinstating your license. With printable certificates of enrollment and completion, you can easily meet the legal requirements for reinstatement. The reward-based and engaging learning modules will help you get back on the road safely and efficiently — complete the entire course online at your own pace from any device.

  • License Reinstatement Eligible
  • ADI Court Requirement Fulfilled
  • FLHSMV-Approved
  • Printable Enrollment & Completion Certificates
  • Reward-Based Engaging Modules
  • Self-Paced Online
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CDL Training

Class A CDL Entry-Level Driver Training

Official State Approved Course
Adult Driver Course
Self-paced CDL Applicants

As of February 2022, the Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that anyone seeking a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in any state must complete an Entry-Level Driver Training course that meets minimum standards. Our Class A Online ELDT Course provides this federally mandated requirement in a self-paced, enjoyable format that can be accessed anywhere, on any device, with an internet connection. The course covers vehicle operation, safety procedures, and regulatory knowledge to satisfy the theory portion of the FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements. Upon completion, we will submit proof of your course completion to the FMCSA, then you can take the ELDT behind-the-wheel training from an approved provider.

  • Federally Mandated DOT ELDT Requirement
  • Required for Class A CDL in Any State (Feb 2022)
  • FMCSA-Submitted Completion Proof
  • Eligible for Behind-the-Wheel Training
  • Class A CDL Theory Training
  • Vehicle Operation & Safety
  • Accessible on Any Device
  • Self-Paced Online
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CDL Training

Class B CDL Entry-Level Driver Training

Official State Approved Course
Adult Driver Course
Self-paced CDL Applicants

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the transportation industry as a professional commercial driver? Our CDL Class B Entry-Level Driver Training Course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and skills required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and embark on a successful career as a professional driver. The course meets the FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements for individuals seeking a Class B Commercial Driver's License, covering vehicle operation, safety procedures, and regulatory knowledge. Complete the theory portion online at your own pace, on any device, with an internet connection.

  • Kickstart Your Commercial Driving Career
  • Essential Knowledge & Skills for Class B CDL
  • FMCSA ELDT Compliant
  • Class B CDL Theory Training
  • Vehicle Operation & Safety
  • Accessible on Any Device
  • Self-Paced Online
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For Parents

Driving & Surviving: Teaching Your Teen to Drive

Recommended Course
3 hours Parents

Why purchase this invaluable program? With the simple act of knocking on a door, the author has changed countless lives forever. As a vehicle homicide investigator, he was tasked with delivering devastating news to family members — their loved one had died in a vehicle crash. After years of studying these fatal crashes, he decided to take this knowledge and attempt to change the outcome of these senseless, avoidable traffic crashes. If a new driver is involved in a crash, one of 6 mistakes will most likely be the cause. The objective of this program is to share what these mistakes are and how to prevent them in order to help parents and students avoid being a victim. 21 short online modules take you from pre-permit to fully licensed. Easy to watch on any device.

  • Authored by a Vehicle Homicide Investigator
  • Identifies the 6 Mistakes Behind Most New-Driver Crashes
  • Crash Prevention & Victim Avoidance Focus
  • 21 Short Online Modules
  • Expert Guidance for Parents
  • Pre-Permit to Licensed Coverage
  • Mobile & Desktop Friendly
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Cell Phone Law

Florida Wireless Communications Device Safety Course

Official State Approved Course
Defensive Driving (Traffic School) Course
Self-paced All ages

This option is for a driver who has been cited in violation of F.S. 316.306(4)(a) for using a wireless communications device in a handheld manner in a designated school crossing, school zone, or work zone area and elects to take a Wireless Communications Device Safety Course. This course is designed to educate drivers on the dangers of distracted driving and provide ways to reduce or avoid having their attention drawn away from the driving task. This course is state-approved by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) in Tallahassee, Florida. Complete it quickly and conveniently from any device.

  • For Violations of F.S. 316.306(4)(a)
  • School Crossing, School & Work Zones
  • Distracted Driving Education
  • Attention-Reduction Strategies
  • DHSMV-Approved (Tallahassee, FL)
  • Instant Certificate
  • Complete on Any Device
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Recommended — Ages 55+ · Insurance Discount

6-Hour Florida Mature Driver Course

Recommended Course
Adult Driver Course
6 hours Ages 55+

Florida drivers who are over the age of 55 have been granted the unique opportunity to receive a discount on auto insurance by completing a Mature Driver Course. This course is approved by FLHSMV and is designed to be a refresher on safe driving, new laws and new factors that lead to distracted driving. If you already have decades of driving experience, we guarantee you will walk away from this course with a new perspective on safe driving. Complete this 6-hour course online at your own pace. Check with your insurer to confirm discount eligibility upon completion.

  • Approved by FLHSMV
  • Insurance Discount Eligible (55+)
  • Refresher on Safe Driving & New Laws
  • Distracted Driving Awareness
  • Ages 55+ Mature Driver Course
  • Online & Self-Paced
  • Certificate Included
  • Available in English & Spanish
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Court-Ordered

4-Hour Florida Co-Parenting Course (Divorce)

Official State Approved Course
4 hours Parents

You will select this course if you need to take the Department of Children & Families 4-Hour Florida Parent Education and Family Stabilization course, also known as the Florida divorce course. This course is for parents that have children under the age of 18 years old and have filed for a divorce in the State of Florida. You will be taking this course if you are getting divorced and the divorce is being settled in the Florida courts. This course is required per Florida Statute 61.21. Covers the impact of divorce on children, effective co-parenting strategies, and communication skills. 100% online and self-paced.

  • Required per Florida Statute 61.21
  • DCF Parent Education & Family Stabilization
  • Court-Approved in Florida
  • For Parents With Children Under 18
  • Covers Impact of Divorce on Children
  • Effective Co-Parenting Strategies
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Permit & License Basics

Getting licensed in Florida

Answers to the most common questions about applying for your learner's permit and driver's license in Florida.

You can apply for a learner's permit at age 15. You'll need a parent or guardian's signature on your application if you are under 18.

Citations & Driver Improvement

Tickets, BDI & ADI in Florida

Important information about traffic citations and driver improvement courses in Florida, including BDI and ADI options.

Why Online Is Better

The Smarter Way to Earn Your License

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Learn at Your Own Pace

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Any Device, Anywhere

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Disclaimer

Courses identified as “State Approved” are licensed, approved, or accepted by the applicable state agency, as specifically stated on the individual course listing. Not all courses offered through this website are state approved or state required.

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