Driver Improvement Schools

Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS)

As of August 1, 2025, individuals who are under 18 years old and have never held a driver license from any other state, country or jurisdiction must complete a 6-hour DETS course before applying for a license in Florida. Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP) courses offered by some county school boards may substitute for this requirement. Contact the local school board for further information. Listed below are all authorized providers for the Driver Education Traffic Safety course.

NameDelivery MethodContact Information
American Safety CouncilInternet855-481-5552
Provider's Website
American Safety Institute, Inc.Internet800-800-7121
Provider's Website
National Highway Safety AdministrationInternet800-829-3727
Provider's Website
$15 DETS bny a NiSE CompanyInternet904-297-5964
Provider's Website

General Information

  • What is DETS?

    Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) is a 6-hour course, approved by FLHSMV and which meets or exceeds the Florida Department of Education (FDOE)/Traffic Safety-Classroom 1900300 course version description.

  • Who is required to take DETS?

    As of August 1, 2025—An individual who is under 18 years old and has never held a driver license from any other state, country or jurisdiction must complete a 6-hour DETS course before applying for a license in Florida.

    Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Traffic Safety Classroom 1900300 and 1900310 courses and Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP) courses offered by some county school boards may substitute for this requirement. Contact the local school board for further information.

    This change does not affect:

    • Applicants under 18 years of age who already hold a valid out-of-state license transferring to Florida.
    • Individuals who have already obtained a Florida learner’s license prior to August 1, 2025.
    • Individuals under 18 years of age who completed the TLSAE course prior to August 1, 2025.
      • These individuals will be grandfathered in and allowed to use their TLSAE course completion certificate for one-year after the
      • Individuals under 18 years of age who do not obtain a Florida driver license within the year will be required to take the new DETS course to meet requirements for issuance.
  • Is the course conducted in-person or online?

    The course can be delivered in-person or online.

  • I’m under 18 years old but took the 4-hour TLSAE course. Do I need to take DETS too?

    Individuals under 18 years old who have completed a TLSAE course prior to August 1, 2025, will be grandfathered in and allowed to use their TLSAE course completion certificate for one-year after the completion date.

    Individuals under 18 years old who complete a TLSAE course on or after August 1, 2025 will need to take the DETS course, unless they are enrolled in: