Parent-Taught Online Course
At License Texas, we provide high-quality online courses to help you obtain your Texas Drivers License. These courses are designed to be flexible and accessible, so you can learn at your own pace, on your own schedule. The parent taught program from Virtual Drive of Texas is one of the top rated online driver education courses around. Being the first online driving school in Texas (est. 2004), Virtual Drive has been a trusted online provider in Texas for decades and is the most trusted source for your online driver education needs.
This package includes all the material a parent will need to get their teenager (14-17) a learner's permit and driver's license in Texas. With their complete online state approved course, and detailed parent in car lessons, you will be sure to have everything you need when you go to the DPS and apply for your license.
Sign up for a course today and start learning from the comfort of your own home.
$79.95
*Price includes state certificate fees.
(The price you see is the price you will pay.
No memberships or hidden fees.)
What’s Included in This Course?
2 Teen Courses | 1 Parent Course
Your enrollment includes the Texas Permit Course, the Driver’s License Course, and Parent-Taught In-Car Driving Lessons - everything required for teen drivers ed.
Learner Permit Course
The first 6 hours prepares your teen for the official DPS written exam, covering Road Rules and Road Signs in a clear, easy-to-understand format.
The DPS Written exam is included.
All lessons are fully online and can be completed on any device.
Driver License Course
The next 18 hours teach Texas driving laws, safe-driving habits, and the skills needed to pass the DPS road test.
These lessons coincide with the parent in-car instruction.
Students can learn anytime, anywhere, at their own pace.
Parent In-Car Lessons
This section includes optional parent lessons to help you follow along, but the real benefit is the step-by-step in-car printable guides.
Use these guides to teach each driving skill required by Texas law and track your teen’s progress through all required behind-the-wheel hours.
Why Families Choose This Course
Official TDLR Texas State-Approved Course
Fully approved by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) and DPS, giving you confidence that every lesson meets state requirements and will be accepted at the DPS when you go to get your learner's permit and driver's license.
Mobile Friendly
Take your driver’s ed anywhere! Our mobile-friendly course works on phones, tablets, or laptops, so you can learn anytime, anywhere.
Interactive Learning
Our course is designed to be interactive and engaging with a human instructor as well as a character instructor, tons of videos, and lesson quizzes to help reinforce learning.
Flexible Online Courses
Parent-Taught Driver Education (PTDE) allows parents or legal guardians to guide their teens through the learning process at a comfortable pace. It includes 24 hours of online classroom training and 44 hours of supervised behind-the-wheel practice, making it a flexible fit for busy families.
Step By Step Guides
We understand that the process to getting a license in Texas can be confusing. We make sure our courses include step by step information for both students and parents.
DPS Written Exam Included
Take the official DPS Written Exam from the comfort of your own home! Anything to make your trip to the DPS less stressful is worth it, trust us! The course does a great job preparing the student for the DPS test. 98% of students pass on the first try, but just in case, the course allows the student 3 attempts to pass.
Great Customer Service
Many people choose their company because of its outstanding customer service and commitment to helping customers succeed. Instead of relying solely on automated systems, they offer real, knowledgeable staff you can call and speak with directly whenever you need assistance. Their team makes the entire process easier, clearer, and far more personal.
How the Parent-Taught Program (PTDE) Works
Step 1: Register as the Parent Instructor
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Training
Step 1: Register as the Parent Instructor
Your purchase includes the instructions and links to the DL92 Form you need to register with the state as your student's parent/guardian teacher.
Step 2: Complete the Online Lessons
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Training
Step 1: Register as the Parent Instructor
Teens complete the online classroom portion on any device, at their own pace.
The parent's job is to simply monitor progress .
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Training
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Training
Step 3: Complete Behind-the-Wheel Training
Use the printable in-car lesson guides to walk your teen through every required driving skill and track all 44 hours.