The Texas Parent-Taught Driver Education program has two components: 24 hours of online classroom instruction and 44 hours of behind-the-wheel training. This page covers both requirements and typical completion timelines.
Classroom Instruction (24 Hours)
Texas law requires 24 hours of online classroom instruction as part of the Parent-Taught Driver Education program. Our course meets this requirement through 12 lessons ranging from 1 to 6 hours each. You can work at your own pace, but the system enforces minimum time requirements to ensure you don't rush through material.
Behind-the-Wheel Training (44 Hours)
In addition to the classroom portion, you must complete 44 hours of behind-the-wheel training with your parent instructor and other qualified adults. This includes 7 hours of observation, 7 hours of instruction, and 30 hours of practice (at least 10 at night). These hours are logged separately and must be completed before applying for your provisional license.
Average Completion Time
Most students complete the online classroom portion in 2-4 weeks, depending on how much time they dedicate each day. The behind-the-wheel training typically takes several months due to daily hour limits and the 6-month permit holding requirement. In total, expect the entire program to take 6-9 months from start to finish.
Tracking Your Progress
Your progress saves automatically as you move through the lessons, and each lesson ends with a quiz you'll need to pass before continuing. Because this is a parent-taught course, your parent or guardian is the designated instructor for the classroom phase, with our online course serving as the teaching tool.
Your Provisional Certificate also has a built-in pacing period.
Flexible Scheduling
Because this is an online course, you can complete your 24 hours on your own schedule. Study for 30 minutes or 3 hours at a time — it's entirely up to you. Your progress is saved automatically, allowing you to fit driver's education into your busy schedule.