Virginia Driver Improvement

Virginia Driver Improvement School

Virginia Driving School
Frequently Asked Questions:

Questions? Please feel free to browse our FAQ! We've collected the most commonly asked questions here for your convenience, but, if you don't find what you're looking for, don't wait to call us toll-free at 1-800-990-2813.

Online Traffic School Course Details

What is the Virginia Driver Improvement / Defensive Driving School Course?

Virginia-driverimprovement.com is the pioneer online driver improvement defensive driving school approved by the Virginia DMV and Virginia courts; it's the best way to take care of your traffic ticket. The course is completely online, and is the easy alternative to sitting in a classroom to complete your Virginia driving school requirement. You can take the course at your own pace, and log in and out as you choose. Some complete the VA driving school at one sitting and others do it over time. This course is easy-to-do, convenient, and affordable.

Is this course approved by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and by all courts in the state of Virginia?

Yes. Our course is recognized by state authorities and courts as a valid and equally approved alternative to the standard classroom traffic schools.

Who should take this Virginia course?

Drivers who have received traffic tickets and need to satisfy Virginia court and Virginia DMV requirements by taking the Driver Improvement online course. The main reasons drivers complete this VA driving school online are:

  • Virginia Court: dismiss a traffic ticket or reduce fines
  • Virginia DMV: too many negative driving points
  • Voluntary: receive 5 safe driving points from the Virginia DMV
  • Insurance Discount
How long with this Virginia Internet Course take me to complete?

As mandated by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, our course requires at least eight hours completing. The time each student spends in the course will vary according to his or her reading speed, cognitive processing abilities, and other factors.

What is the cost of this course, and is it more expensive than taking a classroom course?

The cost is $34.95. Classroom courses may range from $40.00 to $75.00 depending upon the company or agency providing the course.

Does Virginia-driverimprovement.com report my course completion directly to the DMV or other authoritative body?

In accordance with Virginia State requirements for Internet courses, we report student completions electronically to the Virginia DMV. You will also receive a printed certificate that is sent via first class mail from our office to the address that you provided when you registered for the course. If you have been directed by a court to attend this course, you will need to sign your original Certificate of Completion and submit it to the appropriate authority. It is a good idea to make a photocopy of the original Certificate of Completion to retain for your records. If you require further information regarding the fulfillment of your obligation to the court, please call the court that directed you attend a driver improvement course.

NOTE: It is ultimately the responsibility of the student, not the course vendor, to ensure that completion of a court-directed driver improvement course is reported to the appropriate authority.

Is this online course more difficult than a taking a classroom course?

Our online course is the same course that would be presented to you in a classroom, therefore the degree of difficulty for each is exactly the same. The only difference is that instead of going to a designated facility at a time established by someone else, you take the course where you want to take it and at your own choosing of location and time.

How long do I have to complete the course?

You can complete the course at your own pace logging on and off as many times as necessary to complete the course. However, keep in mind, the DMV or court has probably given you a deadline or due date by which you need to complete the course.

What happens if I fail the Final Exam?

You may review and retake the course online for FREE until you pass. However, per Virginia rules, you can only take the final exam once per calendar day.

Is your site secure?

Yes, our site is 100% secure! We use a secure server (you'll see a lock icon at the bottom of your browser window) during all payment transactions. You are also free to pay by phone if you prefer, by calling our customer service office.

What is your privacy policy?

For detailed information about our privacy policies please CLICK HERE. We do not release information to third parties, or sell information.

What if my question hasn't been answered here?

If you need information that we haven't provided, we'll be happy to help you out with your specific needs. Just give our toll-free customer service hotline a call at 1-800-990-2813, send us an e-mail, or you can even use our live chat function at the top of the page. Just click 'Live Chat' and a Customer Support Representative will enter the messaging window and assist you at any time, day or night!

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