While the actual online defensive driving curriculum of the course will vary depending on the state you reside in; you'll still cover the basic fundamentals that traffic school typically includes.

You'll spend time learning about traffic crashes and the statistics behind them so you can understand the real magnitude of the problem we face. You'll also dive into the mental factors of good driving, including the importance of a clear state of mind before getting behind the wheel. Going off of that, you'll then learn more about accident prevention and the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

Additionally, your course will go over what happens if you're involved in a car accident and how to avoid accidents in the first place. Avoiding distracted driving and obeying all area traffic laws are two of the most important aspects of this.

As a driver, you're not only looking out for yourself. You also have to consider the actions and behaviors of all other drivers on the road. Learning the skills supported by the National Safety Council is the best way to anticipate driving emergencies you may encounter.

These skills include:

• Scanning the road around you and ahead of you
• Planning for worst-case scenario emergencies
• Determining an escape route if necessary
• Respecting other drivers and treating them as you'd like to be treated

You can expect to have lower insurance rates through a defensive driving class. Discounts depend on your auto insurance provider and state. However, these may vary from 5 to 15%. Some states only allow 55 and older adults to receive a discount through course completion.

You can expect to pay anywhere from $20-$40 for your course. The price varies by state.

Laws vary from state to state, but now most will let you improve your defensive course driving online.

We're proud to present a mobile-friendly online solution for those who want to take this course on their own time and at their own pace.

Our fully narrated traffic school option utilizes video, quizzes, diagrams, text, and more to create a universal safety council course at the lowest price possible.

There's no need to show up in person anywhere or be on time. Simply go through the content at a rate that works for you and then receive your certificate of completion. You can then show this certificate to your insurance agent and possibly get your rates lowered. If you needed to take the courses to fix a traffic ticket, you could also present your certificate to the DMV to remove points from your license.