The Virginia Driver Improvement Course can help you earn 5 safe driving points, meet a court or Virginia DMV requirement, or qualify for an insurance discount, depending on your reason for enrolling.
The Virginia Driver Improvement Course offers several benefits based on your enrollment reason. You may take the course voluntarily, to satisfy a court or Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) order, or for an insurance discount. Each option provides a different outcome for your driving record or insurance. All students also complete lessons on Virginia traffic laws and safe driving practices.
Earn 5 Safe Driving Points on Your Record
If you take the Virginia Driver Improvement Course voluntarily, you receive 5 safe driving points on your Virginia driving record. These points can help offset demerit points and may protect your license status. You are eligible for this benefit once every 24 months.
Satisfy Court or Virginia DMV Requirements
If a Virginia court or the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) orders you to take the course, completing it fulfills that requirement. For DMV-ordered students, your driving privilege is restored after your completion is processed. For court-ordered students, your certificate is proof of compliance to submit to the court. For more details, visit the Virginia DMV’s driver improvement clinics page: the Virginia DMV.
Qualify for an Auto Insurance Discount
If you enroll for insurance purposes, you receive a certificate after passing the course. You can submit this certificate to your insurance company to request a possible discount on your premium. Contact your insurer before enrolling to confirm eligibility and discount details.
Improve Your Driving Knowledge
All students complete 25 lessons covering Virginia traffic laws, defensive driving techniques, hazard awareness, and road safety topics required by the Virginia DMV. This curriculum helps you become a more informed and safer driver, regardless of your enrollment reason.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Voluntary | 5 safe driving points (once every 24 months) |
| DMV-required | Satisfies DMV order; license restored |
| Court-ordered | Satisfies court requirement; certificate for submission |
| Insurance | Certificate for insurance premium discount |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get safe driving points and an insurance discount from the Virginia Driver Improvement Course?
No. Virginia law allows you to select only one benefit per course completion. You must choose your purpose when you register.
How soon will safe driving points appear on my Virginia driving record?
Driving Logic reports your course completion to the Virginia DMV within 24 business hours. The DMV typically updates your record within 7 to 10 business days.
Can I take the Virginia Driver Improvement Course just to improve my driving?
You can take the course voluntarily at any time. You will also earn 5 safe driving points if you select Voluntary as your reason.
Can I take the Virginia Driver Improvement Course more than once?
You can take the course voluntarily for safe driving points once every 24 months. If you are required by a court or DMV, you must complete it as directed.
What topics are covered in the Virginia Driver Improvement Course?
The course covers Virginia traffic laws, defensive driving, hazard awareness, and road safety topics required by the Virginia DMV.