VA Alcohol Safety Action Program Frequently Asked Questions

VASAP stands for Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program.

Reasons to complete this course include:

• Court Ordered
• DMV Assigned
• Volunteer (for safe driving points or record improvement)
• Insurance (verify eligibility first with your insurance company) – Note: if you choose Insurance as your reason for taking the course, you will NOT receive Safe Driving Points and your completion will NOT be transmitted to the VA DMV.
• Or as part of a 12-hour court referral to a Reckless/Aggressive Driver Education Program (RADEP)

VASAP is available online through the National Safety Council at https://www.drivesafe.com/vasap. This option allows you to complete the program at your own pace from any location.

Participants will learn:

• What constitutes aggressive driving and its consequences.
• How to recognize personal triggers for unsafe driving.
• Stress and anger management techniques to prevent aggressive behavior.
• Defensive driving strategies to reduce crash risk.

No. VASAP is more comprehensive than a standard driver improvement class.

Completion of VASAP may fulfill court requirements and could help reduce penalties, but it does not automatically remove charges or DMV points. Outcomes depend on your case and jurisdiction.

Failure to complete the program as ordered by the court can result in additional penalties, including license suspension or further legal action.

The online VASAP course costs $100.  Go to https://www.drivesafe.com/vasap, select the VASAP program, and follow the enrollment instructions. You will receive access details after registration.

You will need to provide:

• Your full name and date of birth.
• Driver’s license number and state of issuance.
• Contact information (email and phone number).
• VASAP Clinic Name.
• Payment method for the $100 course fee.

Deadlines vary by court order. Check your paperwork or contact your VASAP clinic to confirm your completion deadline.

Yes. The online VASAP course is accessible on most devices, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. For the best experience, use a device with a stable, reliable internet connection.

No. Upon successful completion, your certificate of completion will be available to print immediately. You are responsible in providing this certificate to your referring court or VASAP clinic.