Florida State-Approved Basic Driver Improvement (BDI/TCAC) Course
State Approved. Accepted by All Florida Courts. Includes Certificate & State Reporting.
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4-HOUR COURT COURSE OnlY $2495
Fully approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Complete online at your own pace. Mobile-friendly, no hidden fees, and your certificate is included.
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State-Approved Content
Just what you need. Our course content meets all Florida DHSMV requirements and is accepted in every court statewide.
Keep Points Off Your Record
Take the DriveSafe Online BDI course to avoid points being added to your driver’s license. Be sure to discuss eligibility and other requirements with your court.
No Hidden Fees
Never had them. Never will. Our simple pricing means you get access to the full video course, practice quizzes, and completion certificate for one affordable price.
Certificate of Completion
Your certificate of completion is emailed immediately after you pass the course at no additional charge. Submit a paper copy to the clerk of court. Keep a digital copy for your records.
Enjoy Key Drivesafe Online Defensive Driving Course Advantages:
- Only $24.95
- 100% online for safety and convenience
- One price means no hidden fees
- Lowest price available
- State approved BDI/TCAC course
- Stop and start around your schedule
- Mobile friendly design
- May be completed at once or in short sessions over multiple days
- Includes free certificate emailed immediately upon completion and state reporting
DriveSafe Online Can Help with Your Florida Traffic Ticket
Received a moving violation in Florida? You may be eligible to keep points off your driving record by completing our
100% online, state-approved 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course.
Whether you were cited for speeding, running a red light, or another eligible offense, electing to take traffic school can help you:
- Avoid points on your license
- Protect your insurance rates
- Satisfy court or FLHSMV requirements
Our course is also approved for drivers who need to complete a
Traffic Collision Avoidance Course (TCAC).
How It Works:
- Elect Traffic School – When paying your fine, choose the option to attend a BDI course to avoid points.
- Notify the Court – Let the Clerk of Court know within 30 days of receiving your ticket.
- Complete the Course Online – Take the course anytime, from any device. You’ll have 90 days to finish the 4-hour program.
- Submit Your Certificate – Your completion certificate is emailed instantly. Submit it to the court, and you’re done.
No classrooms. No paperwork. No hidden fees. Just a convenient, affordable way to meet your Florida traffic school requirement—on your schedule. Be sure to follow any additional instructions provided to you by your court.
Did you know?
The DriveSafe Online Florida BDI can help you avoid points on your license. This can help prevent increases on your insurance premiums.
Approved by All Florida Courts and the Florida DHSMV
Our Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course is fully approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and accepted by courts in all 67 Florida counties.
Whether your ticket was issued in Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, or any other city across the state, you can trust that our course meets the legal requirements to:
- Dismiss eligible traffic citations
- Satisfy court-ordered driver education
- Fulfill DHSMV-mandated BDI or TCAC completion
If you’re required to complete a 4-hour BDI course, DriveSafe Online is a fully compliant option accepted in every Florida court.
A Smarter, More Engaging Way to Take Florida Traffic School
Forget boring slideshows and outdated text. DriveSafe Online transforms the defensive driving experience with interactive content, real-world video, and practical tools that help you succeed. Thousands of Florida drivers trust our course to satisfy traffic school requirements with less hassle.
Full-Screen Video Instruction
Our course uses video that fills your entire screen—no small windows or click-through slides. With in-car and drone footage, you’ll see real driving scenarios from multiple angles, helping you better understand how to prevent accidents, follow Florida law, and avoid tickets.
Interactive Driving Scenarios
Put your knowledge to use in decision-making exercises that simulate real-world traffic situations. These interactions reinforce practical skills you can apply immediately on the road.
Practice Quizzes to Help You Pass
Learn what matters and feel confident before the final exam. Our quizzes highlight key information and help you pass with ease—most drivers pass on their first attempt.
Designed for Florida Drivers
- Approved statewide by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
- 99% first-time pass rate
- Take it on your own schedule, from any device
- Stop and start as often as needed
- Live chat support available
- Instant certificate delivery included
No classrooms. No hidden fees. Just a fully online, self-paced course that meets Florida’s BDI and TCAC requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get my ticket dismissed in Florida?
Yes. If you received a moving violation in Florida, you may be eligible to take a 4-hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course to keep points off your record. This helps you avoid penalties on your license and may protect your insurance rates.
You may elect to take a BDI course once every 12 months, and no more than five times in your lifetime. To dismiss your ticket, you must complete the course within 90 days of notifying the court of your intent to attend traffic school.
The DriveSafe Online BDI course is approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and accepted by courts throughout the state. Always check with the Clerk of Court in the county where you received your citation for specific eligibility requirements.
Who is required or eligible to take a Florida BDI course?
Many Florida drivers take the BDI course voluntarily to avoid points, but the course is also mandatory in certain situations, including:
- You elect to take the course to avoid points from a traffic citation
- You are found at fault in a crash that caused injuries requiring transport to a hospital
- You are involved in two crashes within a two-year period, with property damage over $500
- You are convicted of any of the following violations:
- Passing a school bus while the stop signal is displayed
- Highway racing
- Reckless driving
- Running a red light
If any of these apply, completing the BDI course may be required by law.
Is it worth it to take a Florida BDI course?
Yes. Choosing to take a state-approved BDI course offers several important benefits:
- Points may not be added to your record, and adjudication of guilt may be withheld
- Your fine may be reduced
- Your insurance company cannot increase your premium, cancel your policy, or refuse renewal due to the violation—as long as no crash occurred and they did not incur a loss
What does basic driver improvement (BDI) mean in traffic school?
In Florida, drivers are allowed to take a Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course to refresh their driving skills and meet court or DHSMV requirements. The BDI course reviews road safety fundamentals and Florida driving laws. Many traffic schools offer BDI courses, but DriveSafe Online offers a streamlined, fully online experience designed for modern drivers.
DriveSafe Online features cinematic full-screen video that adapts to any device. Our course is available 24/7 for your convenience, and our highly rated customer support team is ready to help with any questions. With a 99% first-attempt pass rate, you can complete the course quickly and return to the road with updated skills and peace of mind.
How long is an online Florida BDI course? [4 hr]
The DriveSafe Online BDI course takes four hours, which is the minimum time required by Florida law. It’s designed to get you in and out efficiently—whether you’re looking to reduce points, satisfy a court requirement, or qualify for an insurance discount.
If you can’t complete the course in one sitting, no problem. Our smart bookmarking feature saves your progress so you can stop and resume anytime. Take a section during lunch, another in the evening, and finish on the weekend. You’ll always pick up right where you left off without repeating content.
How much is the Florida BDI course?
Some providers advertise low prices but tack on fees for certificates or processing. DriveSafe Online keeps it simple. One low price gives you access to the full 4-hour course, practice quizzes, final exam, and your certificate—emailed to you immediately upon completion. No hidden charges, ever.
Is the BDI course available in all of Florida?
Yes. DriveSafe Online’s Florida Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course is fully approved by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and accepted by courts across all 67 Florida counties.
You can take the course online from anywhere, at any time. Whether you’re completing the course voluntarily to avoid points or fulfilling a court or DHSMV requirement, our program meets the official standards for Florida BDI and TCAC courses.
Do I have to take a BDI course?
BDI courses are optional for drivers who commit certain minor traffic violations and want to avoid points on their license. However, some violations require BDI completion by law.
You may be required to take a BDI course if:
- You were found at fault in a crash that resulted in someone being transported to the hospital
- You were involved in two crashes within two years, with more than $500 in property damage
- You were convicted of one of the following violations while holding a Florida driver’s license:
- Passing a school bus while the stop signal is displayed
- Highway racing
- Reckless driving
- Running a red light
25 Years of Training Experience
DriveSafe Online® defensive driving courses are developed by the same award-winning eLearning team trusted by top companies around the world to train hundreds of thousands of people.
Some of our clients and partners include Oracle, Hyatt, Cessna, Kellogg’s, PepsiCo and Georgia-Pacific. We have been creating online courses since 1994. In fact, we helped develop many innovative standards you see in online courses today.
Simply put, we know what it takes to create online courses that are interesting, fun to take and actually help you learn.
Our work has earned multiple awards for:
- Best content
- Best advance in technology
- Best innovation
Now our team is focused on revolutionizing online driver education.
DriveSafe Online courses merge unique graphics and animations, interactive scenarios with narrated stories and video demonstrations—including in-car and drone footage—to deliver safe driving information like no other online defensive driving course available today.
Our mission is to develop a better way to help you:
- Save money on your auto insurance
- Meet court-ordered driver improvement plans
- Dismiss traffic tickets or reduce points
- Reinforce your driver road knowledge
- Become a safer driver
The way we see it, we all share the same streets and highways. If we each take the time to do our part to understand driving laws and regulations, improve our driving performance, and be courteous to other drivers, the roads will be safer for everyone to enjoy.
Drive smart. Drive confident. And always, DriveSafe.
Your Road to Savings
Defensive driver education can reduce your insurance premium up to 10%. Are you ready to save money?