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FLORIDA LEARNER'S PERMIT
FLORIDA LEARNER'S PERMIT
As of August 1, 2025, students who want to obtain their learner’s permit must complete a 6-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) course before applying, per the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).
OPTION #1
FLVS (Florida virtual School)
OPTION #1
FLVS (Florida virtual School)
Important: Because it’s a regular-level course, when added to your transcript, it will lower your weighted GPA and affect your class rank. For students in competitive academic environments, this is something to consider carefully.
OPTION #2
private company
OPTION #2
private company
For most of my students, this is the more beneficial option academically.
PROS
No cost to you
Easy course to earn an A
Earn 0.5 high school credit
CONS
Regular level course
May impact your weighted GPA and class rank
PROS
No impact on grades, GPA or class rank
Fast & straightforward
CONS
Cost: About $25
If your goal is simply to obtain your learner’s permit without affecting GPA or class rank, I typically recommend using a private provider rather than FLVS.
FLVS is not “wrong” — it’s just often unnecessary unless a student specifically wants the elective credit.
If you’re unsure which option makes the most sense for your student’s academic profile, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to help you think it through strategically — because even small decisions can have long-term academic impact.
Questions come up—and that’s completely normal.
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Updated: 2/19/2026
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