Houston Parent Taught Drivers Ed
The state-approved 24-hour course that lets Houston parents skip the driving school prices and teach their teens from home.
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- TDLR Approved
- Instant certificate
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Which Course Does Your Teen Need?
Not all drivers ed courses are the same. Here's what Houston parents need to know.
Teen Course
Ages 14-17- 24 hours of instruction required
- Complete first 6 hours to qualify for learner's permit
- Parent Taught option available
- TDLR-approved certificate for DPS
Adult Course
Ages 18-24- 6 hours of instruction required
- Different course than teen drivers ed
- Not applicable for 14-17 year olds
- Ages 25+ don't need drivers ed
The Houston Teen License Roadmap
A clear path from enrollment to permit.
Enroll Online
Start the 24-hour teen course at ParentTaught.com for just $60
Complete Module 1
Your teen completes the first 6 hours (traffic laws) and passes the written exam
Get Your Certificate
Download the TDLR-approved DE-964 learner certificate instantly
Visit Houston DPS
Take your certificate to Spring DPS Office or Rosenberg DPS Office for the learner’s permit, then finish the remaining 18 hours while practicing driving
Houston DPS Office Locations
Spring DPS Office
23333 Kuykendahl Rd, Spring, TX 77389
Convenient location for North Houston families
Rosenberg DPS Office
5727 Avenue N, Rosenberg, TX 77471
Serving Southwest Houston and Fort Bend County
Why Houston Parents Choose Parent Taught
Skip the Houston traffic and high prices. Same state-approved certificate for a fraction of the cost.
Save vs Houston driving schools
Pay $60 instead of $400+ at traditional schools
Zero commuting required
No fighting traffic. Your teen completes the classroom phase on any device
You control the training
Teach your teen your driving values and the specific routes you drive daily
Save Hundreds
Traditional Houston driving schools charge $400+. We charge $60 for the same state-approved certificate.
Skip the Traffic
No driving to classes during rush hour. Your teen completes coursework from home on your family's schedule.
You're the Teacher
Nobody cares about your teen's safety more than you. Teach them your values and the routes you drive daily.
Other Houston Driving Schools
Comparing options? Here are traditional driving schools in the Houston area.
Champions Driving School
Traditional in-person classes
$350-$500
160 Driving Academy
Traditional in-person classes
$375-$500
Houston Driving School
Traditional in-person classes
$350-$475
All schools listed above are TDLR approved. ParentTaught.com offers the Parent-Taught curriculum (Course #C3539).
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