Florida 4-Hour TLSAE / Drug & Alcohol Course for First-Time Drivers 18 and Older
The Florida First Time Driver class — also called the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course, or Drug & Alcohol course — is the 4-hour course required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles under Florida Statute 322.095 for first-time driver's license applicants who are 18 or older. As of August 1, 2025, you must be over 18 to take this course. You must complete it before taking the Florida Permit Exam and applying for a learner's permit. It is also required for licensed drivers under 21 who receive a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Who Is This Course For?
First-time Florida driver's license applicants who are 18 or older, and licensed drivers under 21 who have received a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Course Overview
The TLSAE (Drug & Alcohol) course is the 4-hour course required under Florida Statute 322.095 for first-time driver's license applicants 18 and older. It covers Florida traffic law and substance abuse awareness, and must be completed before you take the Florida Permit Exam and apply for a learner's permit.
This course is distinct from the 6-hour DETS course, which is required for first-time applicants under 18. As of August 1, 2025, you must be over 18 to take this TLSAE course. It is 100% online and self-paced on any device, and completion is auto-reported to the Florida DMV. The course is also required for licensed drivers under 21 who receive a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Course at a Glance
Duration
4 hours
Format
100% Online & Self-Paced
Audience
Ages 18+
Requirement
Florida Statute 322.095
Provider
American Safety Institute
Price
$25.99
Reporting
Auto-reported to FL DMV
What You'll Complete
- FL Approved TLSAE / Drug & Alcohol
- Required for New Drivers 18+
- Required per Florida Statute 322.095
- Must Complete Before Permit Exam
- Also for DUI Suspensions (Under 21)
- Auto-Reported to FL DMV
- Self-Paced Online Course
- Available in English & Spanish
How It Works
- 1Register online for the 4-hour TLSAE course.
- 2Complete the course at your own pace on any device.
- 3Your completion is electronically reported to the Florida DMV automatically.
- 4Take the Florida Permit Exam (applicants 18+ must take the exam at a driver license office).
- 5Apply for your Florida learner's permit.
Important Requirements & Restrictions
- As of August 1, 2025, you must be over 18 to take this course.
- Required for first-time driver's license applicants 18+ before taking the Florida Permit Exam.
- Also required for licensed drivers under 21 with a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TLSAE / Drug & Alcohol course?
The Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course, also called the Drug & Alcohol course, is the 4-hour course required by Florida Statute 322.095 for first-time driver's license applicants 18 and older.
What is the difference between TLSAE and the 6-hour DETS course?
The 6-hour DETS course is required for first-time applicants under 18; the 4-hour TLSAE (Drug & Alcohol) course is required for first-time applicants 18 and older. Both are required under Florida Statute 322.095 before taking the permit exam, but they apply to different age groups.
As of August 1, 2025, who can take the TLSAE course?
You must be over 18 years old to take this course.
Is TLSAE only for first-time drivers?
It is required for first-time driver's license applicants 18+. It is also required for licensed drivers under 21 who have received a notice of suspension for driving under the influence of alcohol.
How long is the TLSAE course?
4 hours, 100% online and self-paced.
Do I take the permit exam after TLSAE?
Yes. After completing TLSAE, you take the Florida Permit Exam; applicants 18+ must take the exam at a driver license office.
Related Florida Resources
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Register for the 4-Hour Florida First Time Driver (Drug & Alcohol) Course online with American Safety Institute. Complete at your own pace on any device.
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Provider Disclosure
Central Florida Driving Academy provides driver education information and connects students with available course providers. Course registration and course delivery for this program are provided by American Safety Institute, a third-party provider. Central Florida Driving Academy is not the course operator and does not administer this course.