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Frequently Asked Questions for SC Defensive Driving Course

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  1. Is this course approved?
  2. I'm not sure if I'm eligible to take a South Carolina defensive driving course. How do I find out?
  3. How often can I take a defensive driving course in South Carolina?
  4. How long will this course take?
  5. What types of things will I study?
  6. Do I have to take a final exam?
  7. What is the testing and grading policy?
  8. Is there any way I can fail the course?
  9. Why does this course have timers?
  10. Is there a time limit to complete this course?

Course Information

  • Is this course approved?
  • Yes! Our South Carolina defensive driving course is court-approved throughout the state to satisfy requirements for point dismissal.

    1. I'm not sure if I'm eligible to take a South Carolina defensive driving course. How do I find out?

    Ticket dismissal is granted on a case-by-case basis in South Carolina, and requirements will differ from court to court. Generally, you will be eligible if:

    • You possess a valid, non-commercial South Carolina drivers license.
    • Your violation is a non-criminal minor moving violation.
    • You have NOT taken a defensive driving course in the past 3 years.

    Check with your specific court before enrolling in our course. We have all of the eligibility requirements and steps to take for the South Carolina defensive driving course listed on our How It Works page.

    1. How often can I take a defensive driving course in South Carolina?

    The state allows drivers to dismiss points once every 3 years.

    1. How long will this course take?

    The South Carolina defensive driving course meets the state-mandated 4-hour length requirement – you could start and finish your course all in the same day! The course is broken up into 8 chapters, which you may work through at whatever pace you choose, so how long it takes is completely up to you.

    1. What types of things will I study?

    Each of your 8 course chapters focuses on single topics that pertain to South Carolina driving and traffic laws. These topics include:

    • Highway safety
    • Alcohol- and drug-impaired driving
    • State traffic laws
    • Driving emergencies
    • Vehicle maintenance
    1. Do I have to take a final exam?

    Yes, you do. The final exam is 25 multiple-choice questions, and you will need to achieve a passing score of 70% or higher. You may retake the exam as many times as you need to pass.

    1. What is the testing and grading policy?

    Each of the 8 chapters contains a quiz that reviews important content from that chapter. There are 10 questions per quiz, and you need to obtain an 80% or higher to pass onto the next chapter. The quizzes will provide you with an excellent opportunity to master the course material and prepare for your final exam. You will be provided with feedback on any incorrect answers, and you may retake your quizzes an unlimited amount of times.

    You will then take your final exam at the end of your course, with 25 multiple-choice questions and a passing score of 70% or higher. You may retake the exam if you do not pass on your first try. You are allowed unlimited attempts.

    1. Is there any way I can fail the course?

    Absolutely not! You have unlimited retakes on your chapter quizzes and final exam, so if you fail to achieve a passing score on your first try, you may simply retake the chapter again until you do.

    1. Why does this course have timers?

    This course is required by South Carolina law to span 4 hours in length. To comply with this law, we (and all other online defensive driving schools) are required to place timers on each page of the course. We realize that some students may read faster than the timer will permit you to advance, but state regulations prohibit us from changing this function. The timers cannot be disabled for any reason.

    1. Is there a time limit to complete this course?

    Deadlines are typically determined by the South Carolina courts. While we allow you 180 days to complete your course before your account is suspended, the court may require you to finish your course much sooner than that. Make sure to determine their deadline before beginning the course.

    Regardless of court deadlines, you MUST complete the course within 180 days of registration. Any student who has not successfully completed the course within 180 days will have their account terminated without notice, and will not be eligible for a refund.

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    It is important to us that you are satisfied with your purchase. If you change your mind about the course, we'll refund the full cost of the course purchased on our website within thirty (30) days of purchase and before you have attempted to complete the final examination (or the quiz of the last chapter, where applicable) or a certificate has been issued whichever comes first. No refunds will be issued for failure to pass the final examination. We will issue your refund within thirty (30) days of your request.

    Please check the terms and conditions (you will find this at check out) as state specific policies may apply.

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