- Florida
- Learner's Permit
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Florida Authorized
Florida Drug & Alcohol Course (TLSAE)
All-New Course, Updated 2025!
- Required for adults 18 and older applying for their first license
- No longer accepted for teens under 18 after July 1, 2025
- 100% Online and State-Authorized
- Learn at your own pace from any device
- Completion reported directly to the FL Licensing Office
Over 3 Million Drivers Trained
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🚦Head's up!
As of August 1, 2025, DETS - not TLSAE - is required for Florida teens under 18. If you are a teen,
go to the DETS courseDets Florida.
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Florida's Most Trusted Drug and Alcohol Course
It’s state-required. Our Florida TLSAE course meets the legal requirement for first-time drivers aged 18 and older applying for a license. It’s fast, state-authorized, and ready when you are.
It’s flexible. The course is 100% online and available 24/7, so you can complete it on your schedule—from any device.
It gets you to your license. TLSAE is your first step toward earning a Florida driver's license. Once you finish, you’ll be eligible to take the required in-person permit test.
It’s by DriversEd.com. Trusted by over 3 million drivers nationwide, our platform makes learning easy and stress-free, with customer support 7 days a week.
It could help you save. Some insurance providers offer discounts for completing TLSAE. Check with your insurer to learn more.
About Our Florida Online TLSAE Course
Our state-authorized Drug and Alcohol Course (TLSAE) covers the essential safety knowledge you need before getting behind the wheel for the first time.
You’ll learn:
The effects of drugs and alcohol on driving
Florida traffic laws and road signs
How to avoid crashes, drive in tough weather, and handle risky situations
How to share the road with others responsibly
Every lesson is designed with real-world driving in mind—so you’re prepared, confident, and one step closer to your license.
Features and Benefits of the All-New Drivers Ed Course (Updated 2025)
This upgraded course is the perfect blend of modern design and insightful instruction, giving students the tools to feel confident behind the wheel.
Interactive Learning That Keeps Students Engaged
Say goodbye to boring multiple-choice-only formats. With interactive, fun activities, students stay more involved and learn more effectively.
Easier Understanding of Driving Concepts
Performance-Boosting Content
A Learning Experience Teens Actually Enjoy
Confidence in a High-Quality, Up-to-Date Curriculum
How Do I Get My Driver's License if I'm Over 18?
Step 1: Take the TLSAE Course
All first-time Florida license applicants 18 and older must complete the 4-hour Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course. DriversEd.com is state-authorized, online, and available 24/7.
Step 2: Schedule Your Permit Test at your local Licensing Office
Step 3: Pass the Exam and Get Your Learner's License
Why DriversEd.com is the Trusted Choice for Florida Drivers?
With over 25 years of experience teaching traffic safety and more than 3 million drivers trained, DriversEd.com is one of the most trusted names in online driver education. We’re approved by the Road Safety Educators’ Association and accredited by the Driving School Association of the Americas (DSAA)—so you know you’re learning from the best.
When you enroll with us, you get more than just a course:
All-in-One Platform
Complete your required TLSAE course, access in-car lessons, and explore traffic school programs—all in one place.
Accredited and State-Authorized
Our Florida TLSAE course meets all state requirements and is backed by national education standards.
Free Resources
Get access to training guides, teaching videos, permit test prep tools, and more.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If you're not satisfied, we're not satisfied. We offer a money-back guarantee on all courses.
Friendly Support, 7 Days a Week
Our customer service team is available to help you every step of the way.
Whether you're getting your license for the first time or getting back behind the wheel, DriversEd.com makes it simple, safe, and stress-free.
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How to Pass the Florida Drug and Alcohol Test
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