Driver Education Traffic Safety Course
- 100% online, self-paced learning
- Three final exam attempts
- FLHSMV-approved
- Instant digital certificate
- For new drivers ages 15 to 17
Course Details
The Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course is the first step for Florida teens preparing to earn a learner's permit. Approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), the six-hour course is a comprehensive approach to driver education.
Topics include:
- The risks of alcohol, drugs and medications on driving performance
- Florida's traffic laws and responsible driving practices
- Defensive driving strategies to prevent crashes and handle emergencies
Students can begin DETS as early as age 14 1/2, just before they're eligible to take the learner's permit test at age 15.
Florida Permit Test
The learner's permit test — also known as the Class E Knowledge Exam — must be passed by anyone getting their first drivers license in Florida.
Information about the Florida Permit Test:
- Questions 50 - Multiple Choice and True / False
- Time Allowed - 60 minutes (single session)
- Passing Grade - 40 correct or 80%
- You can start the exam immediately
- Results are transmitted to the state for free
- Save time at the FLHSMV
- Not available online to anyone 18 or older
Pass the Permit Test Course
To pass the Permit Test, you must get 40 questions correct out of 50. The questions are drawn from a pool of approximately 800, so it is important to prepare. Our study guide will teach you important driving laws and safe driving concepts and highlight the areas students typically struggle with.
- Higher chance to pass the permit exam on the first try
- Covers all the subjects included in the permit exam
- Highlights typically difficult areas
Florida Learner's Permit
In Florida, you can get your Learner's Permit at age 15. 123Driving.com offers the required DETS course (Driver Education Traffic Safety), which must be completed by all first-time drivers ages 15 to 17. This course, along with the Florida permit written test, is a necessary step in the licensing process. You can take the DETS course as early as age 14 1/2, and the permit exam once you turn 15.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DETS Course?
The Driver Education Traffic Safety course, or DETS, is a six-hour online program approved by the FLHSMV. It teaches new drivers about traffic laws, defensive driving strategies and the risks of alcohol and drugs behind the wheel.
Does everyone have to take the DETS course?
The DETS course is required for first-time drivers in Florida who are under 18 before they can apply for a learner's permit.
Is there a test at the end of the DETS course?
Yes. The course includes five quizzes and a final exam. Quizzes require a passing score of 70%, and you have unlimited attempts. The final exam has 40 questions, requires a passing score of 80% and allows up to three attempts.
How long is the DETS Course?
The DETS course is six hours long, but you can log in and out at any time. Your progress is automatically saved.
Will I get a certificate when I finish the DETS course?
You will be issued a digital certificate upon successful course completion. Your results will be reported to the FLHSMV at no charge, streamlining the process for you.
What do I do after I finish the exam?
After passing the DETS course, you're eligible to take the Florida learner's permit test (if you're at least 15 years old). Follow the instructions provided at the end of the course to move on to the next step in getting your permit.