Virginia Defensive Driving Course

Virginia, Your Safe Driving Journey Begins Here

Our course immerses you in an engaging interactive experience that helps you improve your driving skills and become a safer driver. Many courts recognize the quality and value of our course and accept it for ticket dismissal and/or point reduction. Please check with your court to confirm eligibility.

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About the Course

Cost: $54.10

Check with your court to see if this course qualifies for point reduction or ticket dismissal

Free Printable Certificate Available Immediately Upon Completion

Available in English and Spanish

Guaranteed to pass; 100% Online

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Defensive Driving Course Topics

Define the NSC Defensive Driving Definition and How to Use It

RUA Defensive Driver?

Recognize the hazard
Understand the defense
Act correctly, in time

Recognize the Importance of Traffic Laws

Road sign shapes and colors
Understanding lane markings

Recognize the Six Deadly Choices and How to Avoid Them

Speeding
Violating right-of-way
Distracted driving
Turning improperly
Driving left-of-center
Following too closely

Factors Beyond a Driver’s Control

Visibility
Techniques for handling these factors
Winter driving
Fog, dust, smoke
High winds
Road conditions

Driving Attitudes and Behaviors

Stressful driving situations
Aggressive driving
Impaired driving
Drowsy driving

Collisions and Safety Mechanisms

The three stages of a collision
Seat belts and air bags
Brakes – anti-lock vs. non-anti-lock
Mirrors
Pre-trip inspection

Road Dynamics

Passing and overtaking
Blind spots
Multi-lane roads
Railroad crossings
Work zone dangers

Sharing the Road

Larger vehicles
School buses
Emergency vehicles and the “move over” law
Motorcycles, pedestrians and pedal cyclists
Slow-moving vehicles
Animals

The 10 Habits of Defensive Driving

The Six Deadly Choices
The importance of choosing the right behaviors
Your driving plan

The Online Defensive Driving Course Experience

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Train in your own place at your own pace
Print your certificate immediately upon completion

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American Family Insurance Company Accepts Our Defensive Driving Course Certificate

Geico Insurance Company Accepts NSC Defensive Driving Course