Defensive Driver Training was developed to help reduce the number, severity, and cost of vehicle-related collisions. Four programs are available to meet the needs of your agency.

• Classroom Training: A three and one half hour class that is designed as a catalyst to stimulate drivers to think in terms of minimizing their risks in order to survive in today's highway transportation system. Upon successful completion, students receive a completion card valid for four years. This course fulfills SAM 0751.
• Behind-The-Wheel-Training: A four hour class designed to refresh the driver's memory of forgotten practices, reinforce good practices, and teach risk management strategies. Classroom training is a prerequisite for this course.
• One-On-One Training: A day long class for one person focusing on intensive training and behind-the-wheel evaluation. This class is recommended for employees who are having more than their share of driving problems. Classroom training is a prerequisite for this course.
• Van Driver Training: A five hour class designed for van drivers. Upon successful completion, students receive a completion card valid for three years. This course fulfills SAM 0751.

Who Should Take It?

All state employee's who frequently drive on state business should attend. Training is offered on a continous basis.

Is There a Fee?

• Classroom....................$26.16 per student
• Behind-the-Wheel..........$125 per student
• One-on-One..................$550 per student
• Van Driver Training........$35 per student

*No fee to state agencies

How Do I Register?

For regularly scheduled Classroom Training please visit: https://www.training.dgs.ca.gov/

For onsite Classroom, Behind-the-Wheel, One-On-One and Van Driver Training classes contact:

Althea Dorris-Davis

State Health & Safety Program

(916) 376-5308

via e-mail: DDT@dgs.ca.gov