About the Alaska Driver Improvement Course
SafeMotorist's online Alaska Defensive Driving course is a flexible and accessible solution designed to help you save money on your monthly insurance bill, reduce the number of points on your license, dismiss a traffic ticket, satisfy a court order or simply improve your driving skills.
Approved by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), this course covers the Alaska Point System and teaches essential defensive driving techniques. It helps you become a safer driver, avoid future violations and maintain a clean driving record.
Course Details
The course is designed for all licensed Alaska drivers, with no age restrictions, and can be taken once every 12 months for point reduction or as needed with court approval.
Our online Alaska Defensive Driving course offers several benefits:
- Point reduction: Remove up to two points from your driving record
- Traffic violation clearance: Clear an eligible traffic violation with court approval
- Insurance discounts: Reduce your auto insurance premiums (contact your insurer for more details)
- Employment requirements: Meet job-specific driving qualifications
Even if you're an experienced driver, you can benefit from updating your knowledge of driving laws, safety habits and handling techniques. This course keeps you informed about new regulations and improves your defensive driving skills.
Taking an Alaska defensive driving class can also lead to significant savings on auto insurance. Contact your insurance provider before enrolling to confirm available discounts for completing a defensive driving program. Many insurers offer reduced premiums for proactive motorists who brush up on their road skills.
The Alaska Point System
The Alaska Point System assigns point values for traffic violations, ranging from two to ten, depending on the severity of the offense. Points are added to your driving record for each offense. Accumulating points can negatively impact your driving record, leading to higher insurance rates, potential license suspension and difficulty securing coverage in the future.
Taking an Alaska defensive driving course can reduce or remove points. You may also be able to dismiss a traffic citation with court permission.
You must meet the following conditions to remove two points from your driving record with this course: You have not completed a driver improvement program in the past 12 months and you have a valid Alaska driver's license. If you're unsure about your eligibility, contact your local Alaska DMV for more information.
Defensive Driving Course Insurance Discount
Many auto insurance companies in Alaska offer up to a 10% discount on the liability portion of your policy when you complete a state-approved defensive driving course. The exact discount amount depends on your insurer.
To claim your discount, simply send a copy of your defensive driving course completion certificate to your insurance provider. This discount is valid for three years — you can renew it by retaking the course every three years.
Contact your insurance company for specific details on your potential savings and the submission process.
Course Topics
The course is divided into 14 modules that cover the following topics:
- Handling emergencies
- Driver distractions
- What to do after a collision
- Defensive driving techniques
- Collision prevention
- Safe passing
- Safety equipment
- Alcohol laws
- DUI prevention
- Driver attitude and behavior
- Alaska driver license requirements
- Alaska traffic laws
- Lanes of the road
- Traffic signs and signals
Testing Requirements
Before advancing to the course content, students must take a Defensive Driving Pre-Test and Self-Evaluation. These are designed to gauge the student's initial knowledge and are not saved within the course. Students receive immediate feedback on their answers, including the correct answers and answer keys for each question.
The course includes 14 quizzes, each with five questions. To pass, you must score at least 60%. You can retake any quiz as many times as needed, and you'll receive immediate feedback on your answers. If you don't pass, simply retake the quiz right away.
The final exam consists of 25 questions. You must achieve a minimum score of 80% to pass. You have 60 minutes to complete the exam and can attempt it as many times as needed. If you don't pass on your first try, you can retake the exam immediately without any waiting period.
The final exam must be taken at a designated proctor location. After completing the course content, click the "Begin the Exam" button to access the proctor link. Search for a proctor location by entering your zip code. Select the most convenient location and travel there to complete the exam. Emailed or faxed exams are not permitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Alaska Defensive Driving course?
The Alaska Defensive Driving Course is an online program designed to help drivers improve their skills, dismiss traffic tickets, reduce points on their driving records and potentially lower their auto insurance premiums. It also fulfills certain employment requirements or court orders for safe driving.
How often can you take a defensive driving course in Alaska?
In Alaska, you can take a defensive driving course for point reduction once every 12 months. To confirm eligibility for point reduction, contact the Alaska DMV.
If you're taking the course to dismiss a traffic citation and don't yet have points on your record, you need court approval. There is no 12-month restriction for this purpose, but you'll need to obtain permission from the court or judge. Typically, permission is granted if you have a minor traffic violation and an otherwise clean driving record.
How long does the course take to complete?
The course is designed to be completed in eight hours to comply with state requirements. You can study at your own pace online, taking as much or as little time as you need.
What if I need to take a break during the course?
You can log in and out of the course at your convenience. Our system will save your progress, so you can pick up right where you left off. There is no break timer or course clock to worry about.
Is the course approved by the Alaska DMV?
Yes. Our course is fully approved by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The program meets all state requirements and standards for defensive driving education. We are an approved provider of online driver education.
Can I take the course to remove points from my driving record?
Yes, you can remove up to two points from your driving record by completing this course. However, you must not have completed a driver improvement program within the past 12 months and you must currently hold a valid driver's license. Contact the Alaska DMV to confirm your eligibility.
Will this course help me dismiss a traffic citation?
You may be able to dismiss a traffic citation with this course, but you will need court permission. There is no 12-month restriction for this purpose, but approval from the court is required. Contact an officer of the court in your jurisdiction for more information.
Can completing the course lower my auto insurance premiums?
Many insurance companies offer discounts for drivers who complete a defensive driving course. Check with your insurance provider to see if you qualify for a discount. They may require proof of course completion, such as your certificate, to apply the discount to your premiums.
Auto insurance discounts are not mandatory or guaranteed under Alaska state law. Contact your insurer for more information about available discounts for your policy.
Are there any age restrictions for taking this course?
No, there are no age restrictions. The course is available to all licensed drivers in the state of Alaska.
How long does it take to receive the certificate?
After completing our course, we will send your completion certificate to both the Alaska DMV and to you. The certificate sent to the DMV will be delivered within 24 hours and is the official copy needed for government purposes. You will also receive a certificate mailed directly to you on security paper.
For an additional fee, you can opt for Rush Processing. With this option, if you complete the course before 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, your certificate will be mailed the same day and should arrive within five to seven business days rather than the usual seven to 10 days.
Additionally, you can download and print duplicates from your student account. Your final exam score will also be available for review on the student account screen once you complete the course.
What happens if I fail the final?
If you do not pass the final assessment the first time, you can retake it right away! You won't have to pay any extra fee for another chance at the exam. Your eligibility for course benefits remains unchanged, regardless of how many attempts it takes to pass the test.
How does the identity validation process work?
To ensure security, you must set up 10 yes/no security questions when you first log in. These questions are used to verify your identity and are asked at the start of each chapter. You have 90 seconds to answer each question.
If you miss two security questions, you will be locked out of the course. However, you have unlimited attempts to gain access by verifying your full address and date of birth on your account. If you fail to answer a security question correctly, you will see an alert prompting you to try again.