Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving - Online Training
Driving is something most of us do every day, commuting to work, running errands, or heading out on long trips. Yet, every time we take the wheel, we’re sharing the road with countless others, each with different habits, distractions, and skill levels. One careless moment can have life-changing consequences. That’s why defensive driving is about more than just operating a vehicle, it’s about staying alert, anticipating hazards, and making thoughtful choices that protect everyone on the road.
This online Defensive Driving Awareness course equips learners with the practical skills and judgment needed to reduce risks and respond effectively to unexpected situations. The training is divided into six interactive modules designed to strengthen your understanding of defensive driving principles:
- Module 1: Understanding Defensive Driving
- Module 2: Vehicle Readiness & Preventive Maintenance
- Module 3: Managing Distractions on the Road
- Module 4: Safe Driving Practices & Decision-Making
- Module 5: Preventing and Responding to Collisions
- Module 6: Driving Safely in Winter and Adverse Weather
After completing all modules, learners will take a final assessment to demonstrate their understanding of defensive driving strategies and safety awareness.
Full-size and wallet-size completion certificates are provided after the successful completion of this course.
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Defensive Driving Awareness Training- Course Overview
Being a defensive driver means more than reacting to danger, it’s about recognizing risks early, controlling your environment, and making smart, steady choices every time you drive.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
- Explain why mindset and attitude are critical to safe driving
- Perform essential vehicle checks to ensure road readiness
- Identify common roadway hazards and apply strategies to avoid them
- Understand the dangers of distracted driving and how to minimize distractions
- Apply safe techniques for steering, braking, and following distances
- Execute safe lane changes, merging, and intersection navigation
- Recognize high-risk conditions or personal factors that make driving unsafe
- Prepare both themselves and their vehicles for winter and other challenging weather conditions
Universally Compatible
This course was created using standards that will allow playback on most internet capable devices with standard web browsing capabilities including Apple’s iTouch, iPad, and iPhone, as well as most other smart phones and tablets including those with Android and Windows operating systems.
