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The Florida Basic Driver Improvement course, also known as Florida BDI or Florida Traffic School, is a state-approved program designed to help motorists improve their driving skills, knowledge of traffic laws, and overall safety on the road. This course is typically taken by individuals who have received a traffic ticket or notice from the FLHSMV to attend a Florida Traffic School. By completing the Florida BDI, you can avoid having points added to your driving record, prevent your insurance rates from increasing, and keep your driver's license in good standing.

Highway Traffic School's online course is a convenient and affordable way to take your Florida Basic Driver Improvement course. With self-paced learning, you'll be free to complete this requirement on your schedule in an interactive environment that gives you access 24 hours per day, seven days a week!

The Florida BDI course is required by state law to have a minimum of four hours of instruction and covers a range of topics, including defensive driving techniques, traffic laws, and safe driving practices. Our course is only five easy units:

  • Highway Safety
  • The Driver
  • The Vehicle
  • The Roadway
  • Impaired Driving

Upon completion of the course, we will electronically submit your completion to the Florida HSMV.

Whether you're a seasoned driver or new to the roadways in Florida, the Florida Basic Driver Improvement course is an excellent resource that can help keep you and your passengers safe while on the road. And if you ever need help, we're always available by phone or email!

$24.99
  • Online Course
  • Duration4 hours
  • Final Exam40 questions
  • Units5
  • LanguageEnglish

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Florida Basic Driver Improvement BDI online course
Florida Basic Driver Improvement
Take this course if you:
Have paid your ticket and have elected to attend traffic school with the court.
Received a traffic ticket and want to dismiss/avoid points on your driving record.
Have been ordered by the FLHSMV to take this course to keep your license in good standing.
Have been told to take a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course (TCAC) — it's the same as the BDI course.
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How Does Basic Driver Improvement Work?

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1
Pay Your Ticket
Pay the ticket with the court and elect to attend traffic school, by visiting the Florida Clerk's website.
2
Sign Up
Just fill out our Express Checkout registration and take your course.
3
Get Your Certificate
Pass your final exam. Then, fill out your ticket information to get credit.
4
Leave the Rest to Us!
We'll send your Certificate of Completion to the FLHSMV and court (for ticket dismissal cases) electronically — FREE same-day reporting!
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Student Testimonials

Feedback From Our Students

Ryan Close

Quick and easy very accommodating

Ryan Close
2 days ago
Shavonia Livingston

Full of important information, easy to understand

Shavonia Livingston
2 days ago
Eric Lane

the process to enroll was easy and the course flowed naturally.

Eric Lane
2 days ago
jessica lucas

This was convienent and fast. Easy to use and I love that it is flexible to schedules. It was cheaper than most and easier.

jessica lucas
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captd 2000

Great program. No need to get audio or video. Just use the written info and git Rrrr done.

captd 2000
3 days ago
Millie White

THE EXPERIENCE WAE GREAT ONCE I GOT THE THINGS UP LOADED. HAD A BIT OF TROUBLE THERE. DOING THE EXCERISE WAS SUPER. DIDN'T TAKE ME VERY LONG.

Millie White
7 days ago
Robert Phelps

Easy to navigate...welcome stats, curriculum was informative.

Robert Phelps
7 days ago
Anna Singh

Super simple and easy to do !

Anna Singh
7 days ago
Eric Slee

complete, reasonable course. prompt certificate easy to follow and double check yourself.

Eric Slee
7 days ago
Mitchell Tanne

comprehensive and clearly stated - easy tp understand and act upon.

Mitchell Tanne
8 days ago
Raquel Rosales Escalona

It was easy to access once they send the link , questions very clearly and I recommend their website.

Raquel Rosales Escalona
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Amber Layman

Informative and easy to use. Highly recommend.

Amber Layman
11 days ago
Frank Flanagan

Good course , had license suspended for failure to turn in an old license plate , but a good refresher course.

Frank Flanagan
14 days ago
Richard Scott

It was well written and no nonsense. It wasn't nearly as painful as I expected it to be.

Richard Scott
14 days ago
Bobby Lowe

Easy to do and was processed properly

Bobby Lowe
16 days ago
Nate Z

Quick, simple and easy

Nate Z
16 days ago
Elane Anderson

Glad this clsss is available, able to do on my down time which helped alot!

Elane Anderson
17 days ago
Robert Ferraro

The entire course was user friendly, easy to navigate

Robert Ferraro
18 days ago
Vice Perez

(Translated by Google) It was fast, the whole system works very fast. (Original) Fue rápido todo el sistema trabaja muy rápido

Vice Perez
19 days ago
Holls

Extremely easy to do and pass. I just read a few slides throughout each day when I had time, and I was finished within a week and a half.

Holls
21 days ago

FAQ's

Popular Florida BDI Questions

General Information & Eligibility

Do all courts in Florida accept your course?

Yes. We are certified and licensed by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to offer our course in all courts for ticket dismissal and court-ordered reasons.

See a copy of our Florida HSMV Certification Letter.

What is the difference between a Traffic Collision Avoidance Course (TCAC) and a Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course?

The Traffic Collision Avoidance Course is the same as the Basic Driver Improvement course.

In Florida, there are specific instances where the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles requires that you attend a Basic Driver Improvement course to retain a valid driver's license status. A BDI course is mandatory if you:

  • Were the driver in a crash, were found at fault, and
    • Someone was transported to the hospital, or
    • Have had two crashes in two years, which resulted in property damage over $500.
  • Passed a stopped school bus.
  • Were a participant in highway racing.
  • Were a spectator of highway racing.
  • Were cited for reckless driving.
  • Ran a red light.

The FLHSMV will notify you by mail of this requirement and due date. Traffic violations and accidents that occur outside the State of Florida can also trigger this requirement. When you register, select the specific reason for taking the course so that your completion will be reported to the FLHSMV accurately.

How do I know if I am eligible to attend Florida traffic school?

Any person who receives a non-criminal moving violation ticket could elect to attend a Florida Basic Driver Improvement course instead of points being added to their driving record if the violation was not for:

  • Exceeding the speed limit by 30 MPH or more.
  • Carrying a vehicle's certificate of registration while the car is in use.
  • Driving a motor vehicle with expired registration.
  • Driving a motor vehicle with an expired driver's license of six months or less.
  • Driving a motor vehicle without carrying a driver's license.

Commercial driver's license holders or commercial learner's permit holders are not eligible for BDI, regardless of whether they were driving a commercial vehicle. Also, anyone cited while operating a commercial vehicle is not eligible.

You may attend a Florida traffic school course only once every 12 months and no more than five times during your lifetime.

To check your eligibility, visit the Florida HSMV Eligibility Check website.

Can I take the Basic Driver Improvement course with a commercial driver's license?

No. Suppose you hold a commercial driver's license. In that case, you are not eligible for the Florida Basic Driver Improvement course, regardless of whether you were driving a commercial vehicle or your personal vehicle at the time of the violation.

I received a ticket in Florida, but my driver's license is from another state. Can I take the BDI course to avoid points being added to my driver's license?

Each state has laws about when to assess points against your driving record. You should check with the state where your driver's license is issued before registering for any course. Completing a Florida Basic Driver Improvement course does not guarantee that points will not be added to your driving record in your state.

Is the Highway Traffic School Website secure?

Highway Traffic School uses state-of-the-art security technology to secure your personal and credit card information! Whenever you submit personal information on our website, it is encrypted via "Hypertext Transfer Protocol" (HTTP) with "Secure Sockets Layer" (SSL) as it travels to and from our servers. In addition, we do not store your credit card information or share your personal information with anybody.

Your information is only used to report your completion to the Florida HSMV or Courts for credit.

About the Course

How often can I take a Basic Driver Improvement course?

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, you can attend a Basic Driver Improvement course only once every 12 months and no more than five times during a lifetime.

If you got a ticket and elected to attend a BDI course:

  • No court appearance is required.
  • You can save 18% on your traffic citation fine.
  • Points will not be added to your driving record.
  • Adjudication of guilt is withheld.
  • Safe driver status is maintained.
  • Insurance rates would not increase unless you were involved in a crash where you were found at fault.
Will points be assessed against my driving record if I complete Florida BDI?

No. When you are eligible and complete a Basic Driver Improvement course, points are not added to your Florida driving record.

I want to attend a Florida BDI course. What do I need to do?

If you wish to elect Basic Driver Improvement instead of having points added to your driving record:

  • Inform the Clerk of the Court in the county where you received your ticket and pay the civil penalty within 30 days of the violation. You can do this by going to the Florida Clerk's website. Select the "Pay Now" button, then enter your ticket information.
  • You must inform the court, pay your fine, and elect to attend traffic school before registering.
  • Complete your Basic Driver Improvement course within 90 days of paying your civil penalty. This may vary from court to court. If you are unsure, check with the Clerk of the Court where you received your citation.
Is it true that I will save 18% on my traffic citation fine if I elect to attend a Florida Basic Driver Improvement course?

Yes. Starting January 1, 2020, Florida law lets you save 18% on your traffic ticket fine when you complete our approved online traffic school course. View the Florida Statutes here.

The 18% fine reduction is automatically applied when you pay your fine and elect traffic school through the Florida Clerk of the Court's website.

How soon can I start the Basic Driver Improvement course?

You will have immediate access to your online course once you complete registration and payment. However, you must ensure you have paid your fees to the court and have elected to attend traffic school before registering and taking the course. Also, you must complete the course within 90 days of electing traffic school unless otherwise directed by the court.

How long does it take to complete the Florida traffic school course?

The Basic Driver Improvement course will take approximately 4 hours to complete. Florida state law requires that all BDI courses are a minimum of 4 hours in length.

But Highway Traffic School has designed the course so you can start and stop as often as you like. There are no limits on how many times you can log in and out. Our system will remember where you left off, so you can take the course at your own pace. There is no need to complete the course all at once unless you want to.

And you can enjoy taking our course on any internet-ready device from your computer, laptop, or smartphone.

Pricing & Payment

How can I pay for the course?

You can pay for the course using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit or debit card with a Visa or MasterCard logo. In addition, we also accept payment via Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal.

What is the total price for the Florida 4-hour BDI Course?

Our 4-hour BDI Course is only $24.99. There are no additional charges; you will not see any other hidden fees. Your certificate of completion is included in this price. You may download a free copy of the certificate of your records immediately after completing the course.

There are no added processing fees. Therefore, $24.99 is the final total price.

Completion

Can I review the course material while I am taking the final exam?

Yes. The final exam is an open-book test.

What happens if I don't pass the final exam?

Most students pass the final exam the first time. The exam consists of 40 questions, and a passing score is 80%. But, if you don't pass the final exam the first time, you can retake the final exam as many times as you need without paying additional fees for more attempts. So, you can take our course without worry or stress – you'll have unlimited attempts to pass the exam. And you can always review the course material during the exam.

Do you send my certificate directly to the FLHSMV?

Yes. When you pass the final exam, we automatically submit your completion report to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. It may take up to 48 hours for the completion to be listed on your driving record.

The FLHSMV automatically sends your completion to the court for ticket dismissal cases.

You must appear in court and show your completion certificate to the clerk for court-ordered courses.

How fast will my certificate of completion be processed?

Once you complete your course, your certificate is available immediately. In addition, we automatically submit your completion report to the FLHSMV when you pass the final exam.

Please note: It may take up to 48 hours for the completion to be listed on your driving record.

How do I get a duplicate copy of my certificate of completion?

You can download, print, or save a copy of your certificate of completion directly from our website for no additional charge, and it is available immediately once you pass the final exam.

If you need a certified copy of your certificate of completion, you can purchase one from your course history page.

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