Online Defensive Driving Course
Our Online Defensive Driving Course is designed for individuals to develop their knowledge of defensive driving techniques from the comfort of their own home and in their own time.
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This online defensive driving course covers the following:
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Reduce road risk
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Improve hazard perception
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Reduce accident rates
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Eco-driving and vehicle empathy
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Improved vehicle control
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Enhanced anticipation
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Space management
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Increase driver confidence
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Reduce traffic violations
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Vehicle maintenance awareness
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Online Defensive Driving Course Duration
This online defensive driving course takes place over the span of 60 minutes, allowing individuals to develop their knowledge on defensive driver training. This course is divided into three broken down modules, allowing individuals to learn at their own pace. No section should take longer than 20 minutes to complete.
Online Defensive Driving Course Cost
£ 40.00 plus VAT
Online Defensive Driving Course Structure
Our online defensive driving course is designed in three separate modules for easy accessibility and understanding:
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Introduction to the Online Defensive Driving Course
This section of our course will introduce our defensive driving course to all members, explaining the importance of this course, the individual topics covered, and the meaning of safe driving due to having a defensive driving mindset.
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Module One: Driver Risk Management
The first module identifies and controls the risks drivers face whilst preparing for journeys. We cover the importance of driving licence checks for eligibility and validity, along with the updates needed to your driving licence to ensure it remains valid and eligible for driving. We cover pre-journey vehicle safety checks, specifying the types that should be carried out by the driver and why. Within the vehicle safety checks, we provide in-depth knowledge on tyre checks needed for safe road use and hazard elimination.
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Module Two: Defensive Driving Behaviours
The second module introduces two sides to defensive driving, the mental and the physical attributes to maintain safety. Mentally, we advise on concentration, observation and anticipation, which this course explores in depth. Physically, we identify how positioning, speed and gear can reduce road risk. We also acknowledge driver attribute behaviours and the attitudes to taking risks on the road. This part of the course also provides in-depth knowledge on the risks of in-car driver distractions.
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Module Three: Defensive Road Observations
In the third module, you will be shown a series of 5 photos to evaluate your observational skills on the road. These scenarios are conducted to provide hazardous situations in which you will need to provide your response to them. This module is to test your hazard awareness and attitude responses to different issues faced by road users. This online driving evaluation will not only give you a chance to identify your own responses to on-road hazards, but teach you what kind of responses others may have in your situation.
Online Defensive Driving Course learning Objectives
This online defensive driver training covers many
subjects necessary to promote safe driving for all individuals. These include:
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Human Factors and Driver Behaviour
Safe Driving Behaviours
Driver and Vehicle audits
The importance of journey planning
Pre-road journey checks
Position speed and gear control
Hazard perception and road analysis
Self-analysis and self-criticism
Driver psychology and attitudes
Vehicle space management
Eco-driving and vehicle empathy
Safe driving in difficult conditions
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What is an online defensive driving course?
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A online defensive driving course is a driver education course intended to teach drivers skills that enhance safety and reduce the likelihood of accidents or road risks. Online defensive driving courses teach topics such as hazard recognition, safe braking, vehicle control, speed, and anticipating and responding to other drivers' actions. The course may be taught in the classroom and on the road.
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Our online defensive driving course equips drivers with the confidence and security to drive confidently and securely under any road conditions. The course teaches drivers the science of accident prevention, improves response, and allows for control during a crisis. It also teaches awareness, risk assessment, and defensive driving, and drivers become smarter and safer on the highways.
Who is this Online Defensive Driving Course For?​
Can you fail a safe driving course online?
In short, no, you cannot fail the course. This is not a formal driving examination and there is no marking scheme to pass or fail participants. However, you will need to complete the entirety of the course to a satisfactory level to be able to proceed with the qualification. If you leave the course incomplete, you won’t qualify for the course, but there is no pass mark to beat within the course.
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Who is eligible for a safe and considerate driving course?
Any individual who has a valid driver's license that covers the type of vehicle you intend to drive during the course is allowed to take a defensive driving course. Most courses offer to both individuals eager to learn and companies with fleet drivers. Defensive driving courses such as this are also offered for road offenders in need of in-depth learning. Alongside this, you should not need any prior academic road knowledge in order to participate with these courses.
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How long is an online defensive driving course valid for?
Validity of a defensive driving course may vary with the institution and course used. Defensive driving certifications can be valid for 3 to 5 years, depending what company you take the course from. However, many institutions recommend taking refresher courses so that experience and current skills can be maintained and managed by all safe road users.
​​​​​​​​This advanced online driving course is tailored to benefit British drivers who want to improve their road safety and proactive driving skills to reduce the chance of road traffic collisions and accidents. This course is relevant for:
Defensive Driving for New Drivers
Any individual who has recently passed their driving examination would like to develop their defensive driving knowledge and improve confidence on the roads.
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Defensive Driving for Experienced Drivers
Individuals who want to refresh their knowledge and awareness of road safety and driving risks and retain healthy road-safe behaviours and practices.
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Defensive Driving Course for Fleet Drivers
Any company that employs drivers for work purposes might use this course to provide training on defensive driving for their drivers, which will further ensure their driving safety on the road.
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Defensive Driving for Drivers with Traffic Infractions
Individuals who have received a minor traffic infraction may want to reduce the risk of further violations or traffic interference.
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Defensive Driving Course Policy
At Drive Alive, our policy is aimed towards driver development, no matter the experience level, to mature all knowledge on road safety further and turn reactive driving styles to proactive.
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Our programme is focused towards giving you an insight on the methodology used in creating safer driving habits, which will ensure further safety on the roads for all vehicle-users and pedestrians. We hope to help you achieve this objective with ease using our content and online course, furthering both your awareness and protection.