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Teen Driver education FAQs

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Teen Driver Education options

Adult DRIVER EDUCATION SERVICES

Teen Driver Education options

DPS Road Test 
Online Driver Ed
Traditional Drivers Ed
Parent Taught Driver Ed
Road Test Prep Lesson
Go to teen driver education options

Adult DRIVER EDUCATION SERVICES

Adult DRIVER EDUCATION SERVICES

Adult DRIVER EDUCATION SERVICES

DPS Road Test 
Online Driver Ed
Traditional Drivers Ed
Parent Taught Driver Ed
Road Test Prep Lesson
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Teen Driver Information

Frequently asked questions about drivers ED. at GLDA

We  provide high level driver education services to Grapevine, Roanoke, Coppell, Keller & surrounding  communities by offering Instructor led classroom sessions,online programs, drive lessons,  authorized DPS road testing & other driver education services at  most locations.  (contact one of our offices for  service availability) 


Where is GLDA located? 

  • GLDA's corporate office in Roanoke supporting  “drive only” locations in  Coppell, & Saginaw (EMS-ISD). 
  • GLDA also has office locations in Grapevine & coming soon to Keller. 


Drive lessons will begin & end at:

  • Roanoke office - 610 E. Byron Nelson Blvd. #111 
  • Grapevine office -  621 N. Main Street, Suite 410 (corner of Main Street & Wildwood Ct.) 
  • Coppell (drive only location) - 509 W Bethel Rd, Coppell, TX 75019 (GLDA's former Coppell office)
  • Saginaw (EMS-ISD) (drive only location) - Hafely Dev. Center 616 W McLeroy Blvd, Saginaw, TX 76179  
  • Keller office -891 Keller Parkway. Keller, TX 76248 (opening summer 2025)


To receive a drivers license, who is required to complete a driver education course? 

  • Any person who is age 14 to under 25 must complete a driver education course.


I want to take a driver education course, what are the course options?


You may use the following options:

  • Enrolling in a class (traditional) instructor led- Mon-Thur - 2 hrs per day for 3 weeks. Class  taught by GLDA instructor using ZOOM meeting app with instructor led behind-the-wheel instruction.
  •   Online class - (self paced- no instructor )  with instructor led behind-the-wheel instruction.
  • Parent Taught Driver Education program with GLDA.
  • Complete driver education via a combination of GLDA's parent taught program & instructors at GLDA


How much do the driver education courses cost?

  • Option prices varies -  GLDA Program Options 
  • Full tuition & fee list & discount options


What methods of payment does GLDA accept? 

  1. Cash
  2. Personal Check 
  3. Credit Card or Debit Card

  •  3% convenience fee applied to ALL credit & debit card transactions
  • Convenience fees are not refundable. NO EXCEPTIONS. 
  • Master Card, Visa & Discover cards only (NO AMERICAN EXPRESS)


How long is the teen driver education course? 

TX Dept of Licensing & Regulation  Requirements

  • Classroom phase - 24 hrs - cannot be completed in less than 12 days
  • In-car phase - 7 hrs - behind-the-wheel driving, 7 hrs - observation - REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CLASS C DRIVERS LICENSE - GLDA suggests scheduling 1 drive lesson per month to allow for ample practice. More than 1 lesson per month may be completed by students, BUT SHOULD NOT BE EXPECTED. 
  • GLDA SUGGESTS THAT PARENTS ALLOW 6-8 MONTHS TO COMPLETE THE BEHIND-THE-WHEEL PORTION OF THE COURSE WITH GLDA INSTRUCTORS, ONCE THE STUDENT LEARNER'S PERMIT HAS BEEN RECEIVED BY GLDA OFFICE STAFF.   
  • An additional 30 hrs - behind-the-wheel driving - 10 hrs must be at night *** additional 30 hrs monitored by the parent or guardian - must be completed in the presence of an adult who holds a valid license, is 21 or older, has at least one year of driving experience ***


What are the timelines to complete a teen driver education course?

  • GLDA's contract period is ONE (1) YEAR. Students must complete all instruction provided by GLDA instructors by the contract deadline. (ONE YEAR from the first day of classroom instruction for traditional zoom or receipt of the classroom code for the online course or enrollment date for drive only students)


When can my teen obtain a learner license (learner permit)?

  • A student must be 15 years of age & complete the first 6 hrs of drivers ed class


When can my teen obtain a Provisional License? 

  • Once the student has held the learner license for at least 6 months, is 16 years old or older, and has completed all driver education hours (24 classroom and 44 driving hours), the student may then take the authorized DPS driving exam at Green Light Driving Academy. Upon successful completion of the authorized DPS driving exam, the student will then be issued a driver license by DPS officials at a Texas DPS office.  


At what age can a person begin a driver education course at GLDA? 

  • Teens can begin driver education (classroom portion) at age 14. 

             (GLDA suggests students are at least 14 1/2 years old.) 


If my teen misses a class or classes of driver education , can they make up those hours?

  • Yes, students can make-up any class(es) missed. Students must attend the full classroom session and successfully complete the daily assignment for that class session to receive make-up credit. All 32 hours of classroom instruction must be completed before the contract deadline & before the course completion certificate (DE964) will be issued. Coordinate with the GLDA office for make-up class options. 

Additional Green Light Driving academy FAQs

COMPARING BASIC & BUNDLED OPTIONS

Basic OPTIONS

BUNDLED OPTIONS

BUNDLED OPTIONS

BUNDLED OPTIONS

BUNDLED OPTIONS

BUNDLED OPTIONS

Bundling some of GLDA's most popular services helps parents save money, while  teaching students the needed skills & defensive driving practices that will enable them to navigate our hectic driving environment.

EMS-ISD discount applied on registration contact. 


  • PTDE = parent taught driver education
  • CLASSROOM = state required,  24 hours of classroom instruction
  • TRADITIONAL = zoom class/instructor led driving
  • ZOOM = class taught by a GLDA instructor, live & interactive using ZOOM meeting application 
  • ONLINE = refers to self paced online class with no instructor (using IARR, Iamroadready.com) 
  • BTW = behind the wheel driving instruction only (14 hrs: 7 hrs BTW & 7 hrs observation)
  • ST/PS = standard premier scheduling - GLDA staff schedules one (1) drive lesson per month

 

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Bundled teen driver's ed options

BUNDLED - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

BUNDLED - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

Many families have taken advantage of the expertise that GLDA instructors share with students every day. Upon completion of the driver education program, those students have obtained their Class C Texas driver's license by testing with GLDA's authorized DPS Road Test Examiners. This bundle combines the above services with Standard Premier Drive Lesson scheduling and an authorized DPS Road Test. By bundling these GLDA services, students gain valuable knowledge and parents cans save time and money at the same time. BUNDLED PRICE = $725


This bundle package includes:

  1. GLDA Instructor Led Classroom* or Online Classroom - self-paced via Iamroadready.com  FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. GLDA Instructor Led BTW* FULL PRICE = $500 
  3. ST/PS - Standard Premier drive lesson scheduling - GLDA's staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student - One (1) drive lesson per month - once the learner's license has been submitted to the GLDA office FULL PRICE = $200 
  4.  Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners a  GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75


  • IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $1075


  • BUNDLED PRICE = $725

       

*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

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BUNDLED - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

BUNDLED - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

Parents  may choose to teach their teen drivers education using a parent taught  course. This can be a complicated & confusing process, especially if you don't know the driver's education "lingo". We are here to help you through this complicated process and by bundling with some of our services parents can save money and take advantage of GLDA's knowledgeable office staff & instructors. BUNDLED PRICE = $625


This bundle package includes:

  1. Classroom* (24 hrs.) - Parents choose from Zoom instructor led class or Online self paced classroom provided by our industry affiliates at Iamroadready.com FULL PRICE = $300 
  2. Parent Taught - BTW* instruction curriculum FULL PRICE = $100 
  3. GLDA instructor led BTW lessons.  Two (2) lessons & One (1) Pre-Test lesson FULL PRICE = $325 
  4. Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75


  •  IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $850


  • BUNDLED PRICE = $625


  •  MUST PURCHASE “GUIDE” FROM TDLR ($20) 


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

CLICK HERE FOR -PTDE - BUNNDLED SAVINGS

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

 Sometimes  the need arises for students to take the behind the wheel portion of  the course after completing the classroom either using a PTDE course or  another driver's education school. This bundle package features the BTW  with GLDA instructors paired with our time & money saving. BUNDLED PRICE = $695


This bundle package includes:

  1. GLDA Instructor LED BTW* - FULL PRICE = $500 
  2. ST/PS - Standard Premier drive lesson scheduling - FULL PRICE = $200  GLDA's  staff will schedule the 7 drive lessons for the student, once the  learner's permit submitted to the GLDA office - One (1) drive lesson per  month
  3. Pre-Test Lesson for authorized DPS Road Test  - administered by  GLDA authorized DPS examiners at a GLDA's testing locations - FULL PRICE = $175
  4.  Authorized DPS Road Test administered by GLDA authorized DPS examiners at one of GLDA's testing locations FULL PRICE = $75


  •  IF PURCHASED SEPARATELY TOTAL FULL PRICE $950


  • BUNDLED PRICE = $695


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

CLICK HERE FOR -DRIVE ONLY-BUNDLED SAVINGS

BASIC TEEN DRIVER'S ED OPTIONS

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

Driver Ed School
Parent Taught Driver Ed
3rd Party Testing
Authorized DPS Road Test
Teen Driving

32 Hrs Classroom Instruction* 

2 options: 

  1. ZOOM Classroom provided in real time via GLDA ZOOM instructor.
  2. Online Classroom - self-paced via Iamroadready.com


14 Hrs In-car Instruction* 

  • 7 hrs BTW instruction 
  •  7 hrs observation  


30 Hrs Practice at Home* 

  • documented with parent or another adult


Parent  Orientation

  •   PDF emailed to parents: permit requirements, make-up classes,  driving instructions & scheduling, license requirements & testing and insurance 


Administration of Permit Tests*

  • 3rd day of class - tests given 
  • 2nd week of class email sent to parents with detailed instructions on obtaining the learners permit &.DE-964 (for learner license)          


Additional Service - Authorized Road Test, & test review/ preparation

 

  • Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 


*required by the State of Texas for a teen to obtain driver’s license.*

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BASIC - PARENT TAUGHT - PTDE

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

Driver Ed School
Parent Taught Driver Ed
3rd Party Testing
Authorized DPS Road Test
Teen Driving

Parents  may choose to teach their teen drivers education using a parent taught  course. This can be a complicated & confusing process, especially if  you don't know the "driver's education" lingo. We are here to help you  through this complicated process. 


ZOOM CLASS & PTDE - BTW

  • This option allows parents to choose GLDA's Zoom instructor led classroom combined with PTDE- BTW instruction. This allows students & parents to take advantage of the knowledge of GLDA's staff & experience, while still providing the flexibility of parent taught - BTW. 

COST $285 


Traditional PTDE Options

  • Online self paced classroom provided by our industry affiliates at Iamroadready.com. This option includes PTDE- BTW.                                 

COST - $100


  • PTDE - BTW Only (no classroom)

COST - $100


  • MUST PURCHASE “GUIDE” FROM TDLR ($20) 


Additional Service - Authorized Road Test, & test review/ preparation

 

  • Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

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BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

BASIC - INSTRUCTOR LED CLASS & BTW

BASIC- INSTRUCTOR LED-BTW (DRIVE ONLY)

DPS Road Test 
Online Driver Ed
LEARN TO DRIVE
PTDE
Parent Taught Driver Ed
Parent taught drivers ed

 Behind-the-Wheel Instruction Only    

14 hrs in-car instruction 

  • 7 hours BTW instruction 
  •  7 hours  observation
  • parents/students receive a progress report and/or letter that details progress & outlining suggestions for parents at home  BTW practice after each BTW lesson with GLDA instructor.
  • classroom portion must be completed at home with parents via PTDE or another driver's ed school. 


Additional Service - Authorized Road Test, & test review/ preparation

 

  • Authorized DPS Road Test at GLDA Information 

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Authorized DPS Road Tests & ADDITIONAL SERVICES

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AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST 

  • $75 (test only)
  • $25 (document submission via DPS Portal)
  • $50 (if doc. submission is purchased after initial scheduling) 


ALSO AVAAILABLE:

  • Supplemental Drive Lessons Packages that include
  •  the Authorized DPS Road Test. 
  • Document Submission- Skip the DPS Appointment


Green Light Driving Academy is an authorized 3rd party Testing Location. Upon completion of the driver education course, students may complete the authorized DPS Road test with a GLDA examiner. 


The benefit is that GLDA tests after school and in the evenings and on the weekends. Typical DPS office are only open M-F 8am-5pm. 

for additional info & to schedule the Road test at GLDA! - Click here -

ADDITIONAL GLDA SERVICES

  • Schedule Make-up class
  • Schedule a Drive Lesson
  • Premier Drive Lesson Scheduling
  • Additional Lessons
  • FAQs

Additional GLDA Services
DPS Road Test 
Online Driver Ed
Adult Driving lessons 
Parent Taught Driver Ed
Road Test Prep Lesson

Adult Driver information

Important info Regarding Adult instruction

  Adult students must have a valid learner's permit for the state of Texas.

  • Persons age 18-24 years old must take a 6-hour adult driver education course to obtain a learner's permit.


 6-HOUR TEXAS LEARNERS PERMIT COURSE


The class (through "IamRoadReady") is a 6-hour online course that includes the TX Dept. of Public Safety permit test.  A certificate is provided upon successful completion of the course. This certificate, along with other documentation, is used to obtain the learner's permit from the Texas Department of Public Safety. 


NOTE:  This course is available for anyone over 18 years of age but IS a requirement for all persons age 18-24  to obtain the learners permit & to take the authorized DPS Road Test.


The cost of the 6-hour online course  (through IamRoadReady) is $39.00 (price subject to change & paid online).


 To register for the course, click on the following link:  IamRoadReady 

The Road to driving begins with GLDA!

Obtaining a Texas learners permit has never been easier. English & Spanish versions available. 

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BEHIND-THE-WHEEL INSTRUCTION & ROAD TEST PACKAGES

 PLEASE NOTE:  Payment for any of the adult instruction must be made by credit card or cash at the time of scheduling.  Check, money order or cashier's check not accepted. NO EXCEPTIONS.


GLDA offers the Authorized DPS Road Test for Adults = $120.00 We will contact you within 72 hours of your submission.

The following lesson & road test packages can prepare you for the Authorized DPS Road Test which is administered at Green Light Driving Academy.


Testing is available at the following GLDA locations:

  • Grapevine
  • Roanoke
  • Boyd
  • Saginaw


Test sites coming soon to:

  • Denton
  • Ft. Worth
  • Keller


INSTRUCTION & AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST PACKAGES FOR ADULTS- AGE 18 & OLDER

The following packages include:  Regular and/or Review Lessons, a Test Preparation Lesson AND the Authorized DPS Road Test

  • Student must have a valid non-expired Texas learner's permit
  • All driving instruction (lessons) & DPS Road Test completed in a GLDA vehicle.
  • FOR PRE-TEST PREPARATION LESSON AND AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST:  The student will need to be brought to the GLDA location where the  Road Test will be given.


AVAILABLE OPTIONS:

  1. Authorized DPS Road Test ONLY = $120.00
  2. Pre-Test Preparation lesson + Authorized DPS Road Test = $220.00
  3. 2 hours (1 hour regular/review lesson & Pre-Test Preparation lesson) +Authorized DPS Road Test = $295.00
  4. 3 hours (2 hour regular/review lessons & Pre-Test Preparation lesson) +Authorized DPS Road Test = $370.00
  5. 4 hours (3 hour regular/review lessons & Pre-Test Preparation lesson) + Authorized DPS Road Test = $455.00
  6. 7 hours (6 regular/review lessons & Pre-Test Preparation lesson) + Authorized DPS Road Test = $670.00

  • any additional regular/review lessons outside of these packages = $100 per hour for each additional hour


INSTRUCTION ONLY PACKAGES


These packages are for instruction only.  NO AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST INCLUDED.

  • Student must have a valid non-expired Texas learner's permit
  • All driving instruction (lessons) will be done in a GLDA vehicle.
  • Authorized DPS Road Test can be purchased after lessons are complete for the regular price of $120.00.


AVAILABLE OPTIONS:

  1. 1-9 hours of instruction = $100.00 per hour
  2. 10+ hours of instruction = $85.00 per hour


Please visit any of our Green Light Driving Academy offices to sign up for instruction or schedule an AUTHORIZED DPS ROAD TEST.

ROAD TEST & INSTRUCTION Packages

GLDA provide instructions to help prepare adults for licensing & offers the authorized DPS ROAD TEST at several locations across the DFW area. 

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 ***Green Light Driving Academy is an authorized 3rd Party Testing Site. Green Light Driving Academy does not represent the TX Dept. of Public Safety or claim to be a state agency or entity. The TX Dept. of Public Safety or any government agency or entity does not endorse Green Light Driving Academy or ANY 3rd Party Testing Site. Green Light Driving Academy cannot issue a Texas driver license or influence the issuance of a driver license. Green Light Driving Academy or ANY 3rd Party Testing Site does not receive any preferential treatment from the TX Department of Public Safety.*** 


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PARADISE, TX 76073


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