Since the dismisal of Texas dps course 101, Course 102 is the preferred alternative. Texas Department of Public Safety Approved Driver Education Course #102. Texas residents have 4 programs to choose from. View your options here.
The Parent Taught Driver Education Program is available to teenagers between the ages of 14 and 17. However, before the instructor (parent, stepparent, grandparent, step-grandparent, foster parent or legal guardian) begins teaching this course, the instructor must have a valid TEXAS driver license. The instructor must also have held a license for the preceding three years; if the instructor has not held a Texas license for the past three years, the instructor's driving record from the previous state of residence will be examined to determine eligibility. Active US military personnel and their spouse may participate as instructors if they hold a valid license from their state of permanent residence or last duty station for the preceding three years.