Driver Improvement Schools

Drivers with a valid Florida driver license who have been convicted of the following offenses in Florida per section 322.0261, Florida Statutes or in another state (sections 322.24 and 322.44, Florida Statutes), are required to attend a basic driver improvement course.

• Offenses include:
  • Failure to obey a traffic control signal;
  • Failure to obey a steady red light;
  • Failure to stop for a school bus;
  • Racing on the highway;
  • Racing on the highway – spectator; and
  • Reckless driving.

  Drivers have 90 days from the citation date to complete the required school or the driving privilege will be canceled. The license will remain canceled until the school requirement is completed.

  Advanced Driver Improvement Course

  • Drivers must complete an Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) course if their driver license was suspended in Florida for accumulation of points, as a habitual traffic offender (non-DUI related), or by court order.
  • To be suspended for points, a driver accumulates:
    • 12 points within 12 months (30 day suspension);
    • 18 points within 18 months (3 month suspension); or
    • 24 points within 36 months (1 year suspension).

    Wireless Communications Device Course

    • If a driver receives a citation while using a wireless communications device in a handheld manner in a school or work zone, they may elect to attend a FLHSMV wireless communications device course.
    • For a first offense a driver may choose to participate in a wireless communications device safety program to avoid fines, fees and the assessment of points.
    • Drivers must provide proof of course completion and documentation to the court in the county where they received the citation. It is the driver’s responsibility to meet the court reporting requirements.
    • Click here to read more about Wireless Communications Device Courses.

    Third Party Driver License Knowledge Exams

    The driver license knowledge exams can be taken through FLHSMV-approved third-party providers. Students of all ages may take the knowledge exams with a provider in an in-person, proctored setting. Students under 18 years of age may take the knowledge exam online, which must be proctored by a parent or legal guardian.

    IMPORTANT: There is a license issuance fee for the learners license credential (card).

    Upon completion of a driver license exam through an approved provider, completion information is automatically submitted by the provider to FLHSMV, and this information is available at all driver license/tax collector offices.

    Pursuant to section 322.56(3)(b)(e), Florida Statutes, a customer who pass the learner license exam(s) through an approved provider may be randomly selected for a no-fee, mandatory re-test without prior notice. Once a re-test with a passing score is completed in a driver license or tax collector office, the learner license will be issued. A failed mandatory re-test will require a re-exam fee be collected at the next exam attempt.

    Mature Driver Discount Course

    • Drivers who are 55 years of age or older can complete a Mature Driver (Senior Citizen) Discount course that is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Upon successful completion of the course, the driver can provide the completion certificate to their insurance company for an insurance discount. The amount of the discount is at the discretion of each insurance company and will typically last for three years as long as the driver:
      • Is not involved in a crash for which the insured is cited; and
      • Is neither convicted, nor pleads guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) to a moving violation.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.

      Driver Improvement Schools

      • Driver Improvement Schools
      • Commercial Driving Schools Providing Behind the Wheel Training
      • What is Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) and how do I find the approved listing of TLSAE course providers?
      • What are 3 crashes in 3 years and how do I complete this requirement?
      • What is Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) and how do I find the approved listing of BDI course providers?
      • What is Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) and how do I find the approved listing of ADI course providers?
      • Wireless Communications Device Course
      • Mature Driver Discount Insurance Courses
      • Driver Improvement Courses FAQ

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