Adult Drivers Ed: How it Works
Receiving a drivers license is a memorable and major milestone in someone's life. This license signifies freedom, responsibility and maturity. While getting your drivers license can be exciting, there is a lot to track along the way. We are here to make this as easy as possible for you! Continue scrolling down to find eligibility requirements and checklists to help guide you through this next exciting stepping stone in life.
Meet the Requirements and Learn The Process
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Ages 18-24: Texas requires adults ages 18-24 to complete a 6-hour theory course as well as a Road Test.
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Ages 25-plus: Adults over the age of 25 must pass a written test and the Road Test.
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By combining the theory requirement with in-car driver training (which SafeWay offers), you’ll be better prepared for the Road Test.
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Apply For Your Permit
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Upon completing the course, you’ll receive the ADE-1317 certificate.
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Schedule a DPS visit with the certificate and your ID documents to obtain your learner’s license.
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Important: Please inform DPS that the learner license is for practice/training and you do not intend to take your Road Test.
Meet the Requirements and Learn The Process
Ages 18-24: Texas requires adults ages 18-24 to complete a 6-hour theory course as well as a Road Test.
Ages 25-plus: Adults over the age of 25 must pass a written test and the Road Test.
By combining the theory requirement with in-car driver training (which SafeWay offers), you’ll be better prepared for the Road Test.
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Apply For Your Permit
Upon completing the course, you’ll receive the ADE-1317 certificate.
Schedule a DPS visit with the certificate and your ID documents to obtain your learner’s license.
Important: Please inform DPS that the learner license is for practice/training and you do not intend to take your Road Test.
Eligibility Requirements
Here is what it takes for an adult to get their driver license
