What is the minimum age a student can start drivers education?
The minimum age is 14
Who can take the Teen drivers education course?
Anyone over the age of 14
If the student has driving experience, do they need to take the driver education course?
Yes, if the student is under age 18, the state requires the 24 hour Teen course.
If the student is over 18, the state requires the 6 hour Adult Driver Education course.
If age 18, can I just go to DPS to take the driving test?
No, the state of Texas requires anyone under age 25 to complete 24 hour Driver Education course or 6 hour Adult Education Course before taking a driving test.
What if the student misses a driving appointment?
There is a $40 fee for any missed driving sessions or if driving session is cancelled within 24 hours of appointment.
Can the student schedule all 7 lessons in one week?
No. Students are allowed 2 lessons a month to allow time for practice at home. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE 6th MONTH TO SCHEDULE ALL 7 LESSONS.
If under age 18, students must hold and practice with the permit for 6 months or until 16th birthday.
What if the student does not complete the course?
We are required by the state no inform DPS to cancel the permit if a student does not complete the course.
When are new schedules posted on schedule2drive.com?
New schedules are posted every other Sunday after 8 PM.
See your Message Board on schedule2drive.com for new dates and important information.
What if the student does not complete the course within 6 months from the first day of class?
A recontract/extension must be submitted in order to continue the course without losing any hours already completed. The fee is $100 and gives the student an additional 6 months (from date of expiration) to complete the driving course.
When is the student eligible to take the driving test?
If under 18 years of age, the student must hold permit for 6 months, be at least age 16, completed the drivers education course and watch Impact Video before testing.
If 18 and over, must complete a drivers education course and watch the Impact Video before testing.
What if I turn 18 before the drivers education course is completed?
If the students turns 18 during the course, the learner's permit must be renewed to complete the drivers education course. PLEASE NOTE: The permit for age 18 & over will is labeled as DRIVER LICENSE, but will have the restriction B (REST B) which indicates it is a permit NOT a license and student can only drive with a licensed driver in the front seat 21 years of age and older.
What does DPS require to issue a permit.
DPS requires the following items to issue a learners permit:
Certified copy of birth certificate
Social security card
Parent or legal guardian
Third form of ID: School ID, Insurance Card, Military ID or Passport
Proof of Address (Take 2 bills & parent on bill must be present )
License fee of $16 ($33 if over age 18)
DE-964 Permit certificate from the driving school
Glasses (if needed) for Vision Test
VOE (Verification of Enrollment form) from your high school OR High school diploma (if under age 18)
Does Judson Driving School issue permits or licenses?
No, our driving school cannot issue a permit or a license.
The state of Texas must issue all permits and licenses.
We provide the student with the Permit Certificate (after passing the permit test) or Completion Certificate (after completing the course) to take to DPS to have a permit or license issued.
DPS will charge a permit and license fee before issuance.
