Get Your First Texas License Starting Right Here in Marshall

This is the Texas Adult Driver Education Course, approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Ages 18 to 24 must finish it before applying for a Texas license. Ages 25 and older can take it to skip the in-person DPS written knowledge test. Either way, you leave the course with the ADE-1317 certificate the Marshall area DPS office needs.

  • TDLR Approved: Course meets current Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation requirements under Title 16, Chapter 84.
  • Self-Paced Access: No daily hour cap. Finish in one sitting or log back in across multiple sessions whenever it works for you.
  • ADE-1317 Certificate: Pass the final exam and get your digital ADE-1317 Certificate of Completion to bring to the DPS office.
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Enroll Online

Create your account and enroll in the Texas Adult Driver Education Course through TrafficSchool.net, operated by OnlineTrafficEducation.com, a TDLR approved Texas driver education provider. Your progress saves automatically after each section so you never lose your place between sessions.

Complete the Course

Work through text and image based interactive lessons covering Texas road signs, traffic laws, and alcohol and drug material. Section quizzes check your understanding as you go. No live video streaming required. Log in and out as your schedule allows, with no daily hour cap.

Pass the Exam and Get Your Certificate

The final exam is 30 multiple-choice questions covering road signs and road rules. You need a 70% to pass. That score substitutes for the DPS Class C written knowledge test. Pass it and you get your digital ADE-1317 Certificate of Completion. The full course meets the state mandated 6 hours requirement.

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You Cannot Apply for Your License Until This Is Done

For anyone 18 to 24 in Harrison County, the Texas Adult Driver Education Course is a hard requirement before the DPS will process your first license application. The sooner you finish the course and pass the built-in written exam, the sooner you walk into the Marshall area DPS Driver License Office ready for your driving skills test. That appointment is the last step between you and your license.

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Built on Texas Rules, Not Generic Guesswork

The Texas Adult Driver Education Course on TrafficSchool.net follows the Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Chapter 84, including Section 84.503 governing adult enrollment. As of the latest TDLR guidelines, this course satisfies the state requirement for first-time adult applicants in Marshall and across Texas.

Last updated: 2025
State Approved Content

Every lesson meets current TDLR standards. The course covers exactly what Texas tests on: road signs, traffic laws, and impaired driving rules specific to Texas statute.

Access on Any Device

Log in from your phone, laptop, or tablet. Your progress saves server-side after each section so you pick up exactly where you left off, every time.

One Flat Price

The Texas Adult Driver Education Course through TrafficSchool.net costs $38.00. No hidden fees added at checkout. Your ADE-1317 certificate is included in that price.

Online Course

Complete the Texas Adult Driver Education Course on your own schedule with no commute, no classroom seat, and no set meeting time required.

No Daily Hour Cap

Finish in one day or spread sessions across multiple days with no enforced daily limit.

Built-In Written Test

Pass the course final exam and skip the DPS written knowledge test entirely at the office.

Instant Certificate

Digital ADE-1317 certificate delivered immediately after you pass the final exam.

In-Person Classroom

Traditional classroom driver education in Harrison County requires finding a licensed school, fixed class times, and a separate DPS written test appointment afterward.

Fixed Class Schedule

You attend on the school's timetable, not yours, with no flexibility for work or other obligations.

Separate Written Test

Classroom completion alone does not substitute for the DPS written knowledge test in all cases.

Travel Required

Getting to a licensed classroom school in or near Marshall adds time before you even start the material.

How Long Does Each Path Take?

Time from enrollment to walking into the Marshall area DPS Driver License Office with your certificate in hand.

Method
Estimated Time to Certificate
Online Course Finish the state mandated 6 hours on your schedule with no daily cap, then print or download your ADE-1317 certificate immediately after passing.
In-Person Classroom Classroom sessions in Harrison County run on fixed schedules, often spread across multiple days before you can apply at DPS.

What Does Each Option Cost?

Price comparison for first-time adult license applicants in Marshall and Harrison County.

Method
Realistic Total Cost
Online Course TrafficSchool.net charges $38.00 flat for the full Texas Adult Driver Education Course, ADE-1317 certificate included.
In-Person Classroom Traditional Harrison County driver education schools typically charge significantly more, with costs varying by provider and session format.

Finish the Course From Anywhere in Marshall

Sitting at home off US-59, on a break near the Harrison County Courthouse square, or anywhere else in East Texas, the course runs on whatever device you have. No app download needed. Your progress saves automatically so a lost connection never costs you completed work.

  • Any Device

    Phone, tablet, or laptop all work. The course loads in your browser without any software installation required.

  • Auto-Saved Progress

    Server-side saving after every section means you never repeat completed material when you log back in.

  • Pick Up Anytime

    No session expiration between logins. Return to the course whenever your schedule opens back up.

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About the Course Provider

TrafficSchool.net, operated by OnlineTrafficEducation.com

TrafficSchool.net is operated by OnlineTrafficEducation.com, a TDLR approved Texas driver education provider. The Texas Adult Driver Education Course on this platform meets the requirements of Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 84, and current Texas DPS requirements for first-time adult license applicants.

  • TDLR approved Texas provider
  • Meets Title 16, Chapter 84 standards
  • ADE-1317 certificate issued on completion
  • Approved for first-time adult applicants
  • Satisfies current Texas DPS requirements

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Questions About the Texas Adult Driver Education Course in Marshall

Who is required to take this course in Texas?

Under Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 84, Section 84.503, any first-time Texas driver license applicant between the ages of 18 and 24 must complete an approved adult driver education course before applying. That requirement applies to Marshall residents and everyone else in Harrison County in that age range. Adults 25 and older are not required to take the course, but completing it lets them skip the in-person DPS written knowledge test when they apply. Both groups receive the same ADE-1317 Certificate of Completion. Check current Texas DPS requirements before your appointment to confirm what documents the Marshall area office needs from you.

Does passing the course final exam mean I skip the written test at the DPS office?

Yes. The 30-question final exam in the Texas Adult Driver Education Course substitutes for the DPS Class C written knowledge test, as recognized under current Texas DPS requirements. Pass the final exam at the required score and you do not retake the written test in person at the Marshall area DPS Driver License Office. The exam covers road signs and road rules, the same material the DPS tests on. What the course does not replace is the in-person driving skills test. That road test still happens at the DPS office and is a separate step. Bring your ADE-1317 certificate when you go in for that appointment.

How long does the course actually take to finish?

The Texas Adult Driver Education Course meets the state mandated 6 hours requirement set under Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 84. There is no daily hour cap, so you can finish the full 6 hours in a single sitting or log in and out across multiple sessions. Progress saves automatically server-side after each section, so you never lose completed work between logins. Most people in Marshall working steadily through the lessons finish faster than they expect, especially the road signs section if they already know East Texas roads. The final exam does not unlock until all required course sections are complete, so work through the material before you try to test out.

What is the ADE-1317 certificate and what do I do with it at the DPS?

The ADE-1317 is the official Certificate of Completion issued under TDLR rules when you pass the Texas Adult Driver Education Course final exam. It is the document that proves to the Texas DPS you finished a state approved adult driver education course. When you go to the Marshall area DPS Driver License Office, located in Longview roughly 35 miles west of Marshall on US-80, you bring the ADE-1317 along with your other required application documents. The DPS uses it to confirm you met the education requirement before processing your first license. As of the latest TDLR guidelines, the digital certificate is accepted. Confirm current DPS document requirements before your appointment.

Do adults have to log behind-the-wheel practice hours for this course?

No. Adults taking the Texas Adult Driver Education Course are not required to log behind-the-wheel practice hours as part of this course. That requirement applies to the teen driver education program, not the adult course governed by Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 84, Section 84.503. What you do need to complete is the full course instruction and pass the final exam at the required score. The in-person driving skills test at the DPS is still required and is separate from this course entirely. For Marshall residents, that road test happens at the Longview DPS Driver License Office. Schedule that appointment through the Texas DPS website after you have your ADE-1317 certificate in hand.

Why would someone 25 or older take this course if it is not required?

The main reason is skipping the in-person DPS written knowledge test. Under current Texas DPS requirements, adults 25 and older who complete an approved adult driver education course and pass the built-in final exam do not have to take the written test at the DPS office. For someone getting their first Texas license later in life, that removes one appointment from the process. The Longview DPS Driver License Office, about 35 miles from Marshall on US-80, handles road tests for Harrison County residents. Cutting the written test visit out of the trip saves time. Texas Administrative Code Title 16, Chapter 84 governs the course regardless of the applicant's age, so the same TDLR approved material applies to everyone who enrolls.

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