Drug & Alcohol and the Permit Exam are done in person at our Miami Gardens or Margate office.
Step 1 · Do you need the Drug & Alcohol course at our office?
Drug & Alcohol + Permit Exam (1 Day)
$100Take the 4-hour Drug & Alcohol course (TLSAE) and your Florida Permit Exam at our office, both in the same day.
Leave with your exam passed and ready to pick up your learner's permit.
- 18 and older
- Prep class included
- Same-day results
Drug & Alcohol Course (TLSAE)
$40The Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course every new Florida driver 18 and older needs before the permit exam.
Take it in person at our office, in English or Spanish.
- 18 and older
- 4-hour course
- Done at our office
Permit Exam
$70Take the official Florida Permit Exam (Class E Knowledge Exam) at our office. You'll get a prep class right before the test to help you pass on your first try.
We are an Authorized Third-Party Permit Exam provider. Under 18? Finish DETS online before your exam day.
- Authorized Testing Center
- Prep included
- Same-day testing
Step 2 · Which office is closer to you?
Step 3 · Pick a time
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How it works
Get your Florida learner's permit at our Miami Gardens or Margate office in three simple steps.
Book your service
Pick Drug & Alcohol, the Permit Exam or both, your office and a time. Pay online in a minute.
Come 15 minutes early
Bring your original documents. Before the Permit Exam we do a prep class to help you pass on your first try.
Get your results the same day
Then go to your local Tax Collector office and pick up your learner's permit.
Want Everything Done for You?
Our VIP packages take you from zero to your Florida driver's license: Drug & Alcohol, Permit Exam, private driving lessons with pick-up and drop-off, and your driving test at our office.
Why get your permit with AB Auto
A Florida state-authorized third-party testing center in Miami-Dade and Broward for over 20 years.
Everything in one day
Take the Drug & Alcohol course and the Permit Exam the same day at our office, and save $10.
No long lines
Book online, show up at your time and take the official Florida Permit Exam right at our office.
Prep class included
Before the exam we review the road rules, traffic laws and road signs that show up on the test.
English & Español
Bilingual staff. Curso de alcohol y drogas y examen teórico en español en Miami y Broward.
What students say
Real Google reviews from students who got their permit with us.
"The course they give before taking the written exam is amazing… literally aced it, in and out in 5 minutes."
"I loved my experience here at AB Driving; I had a wonderful time. They helped me finally pass my knowledge exam! I'm forever grateful."
"They took me through everything from the written test to driving lessons and the actual test… I passed the test on my first try with minimal stress! 10/10."
Learner's permit FAQ
How do I get my learner's permit in Florida?
Complete the Drug & Alcohol course (TLSAE) if you're 18 or older, or the DETS course online if you're under 18. Then pass the Permit Exam (Class E Knowledge Exam). After you pass, pick up your learner's permit at your local Tax Collector office.
What's the difference between Drug & Alcohol (TLSAE) and DETS?
Both are the course Florida requires before the Permit Exam. Drivers 18 and older take the Drug & Alcohol course (TLSAE), and we offer it at our office for $40. Drivers under 18 take DETS, which is 100% online for $50.
Can I take Drug & Alcohol and the Permit Exam on the same day?
Yes. If you're 18 or older, book Drug & Alcohol + Permit Exam (1 Day) for $100 at our Miami Gardens or Margate office. That saves $10 compared to booking them separately.
I'm under 18. Can I book the Permit Exam before I finish DETS?
Yes. You can book your Permit Exam now and take DETS online in the meantime. Just finish DETS before your exam day. Your completion goes to the state automatically.
What should I bring to the Permit Exam?
- Original, physical documents only. No photocopies or phone pictures.
- Proof of identity: original U.S. birth certificate or valid U.S. passport.
- Immigration documents if you are not a U.S. citizen.
- Your original Social Security card.
- Two proofs of residency, like utility bills or bank statements.
- Under 18: a parent or legal guardian must be present at check-in.
How old do I need to be to get a learner's permit?
You can get your Florida learner's permit starting at 15 years old.
What happens after I pass?
Your results are sent to the state the same day. Go to your local Tax Collector office to pick up your learner's permit. Then you can start driving lessons. See driving lessons
Our Testing Centers in Miami-Dade & Broward
Take the Drug & Alcohol course and your Permit Exam at the office closest to you. Both are Florida state-authorized third-party testing centers.
Miami Gardens
21433 NW 2nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33169Closest office for permit testing in:
Margate
7970 W Sample Rd, Margate, FL 33065Closest office for permit testing in:
You can book at either office, wherever you live. Pick the one that's easiest for you.