New Jersey Online Driver Education Course FAQs

Who should take the New Jersey Online Driver Education Course?

The New Jersey Online Driver Education Course is designed for teens and adults seeking their first driver license in New Jersey. It prepares first-time drivers for their license exam and explains safe driving techniques that can prevent accidents. This course is not intended to meet specific state requirements for driver education training.

How long does the course take to complete?

The New Jersey Online Driver Education Course includes 30 hours of training on vital topics for new drivers. You can complete the timed course at your own pace and take as many breaks as you need.

What topics will I learn about in the course?

The New Jersey Online Driver Education Course covers all the essentials of fist-time driver education in one interactive course. You'll learn about defensive driving strategies, risk identification and collision avoidance.

The course is divided into 15 units that cover:

  • Why Defensive Driving Matters
  • How People Contribute to Crashes
  • What Happens in a Crash?
  • The Fundamentals
  • Preparing to Drive
  • Traffic Rules
  • Driver Fitness and Personal Responsibility
  • Alcohol and Drug Use While Driving
  • Speeding
  • Aggressive Driving and Road Rage
  • Distracted Driving
  • Sharing the Road
  • Space Management
  • Road and Weather Hazards
  • Driving Emergencies

Completing this course may also assist you in preparing for your driver license exam.

Does the course have quizzes or a final exam?

Yes. The course contains 15 learning units, and you must complete multiple lesson quizzes. You're required to meet the minimum time requirement for each section and pass each quiz before you can move on to the next section. Each unit ends with a 5-question quiz, and the course ends with a 20-question final exam.

You have unlimited attempts to pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher. You can take the quizzes and final exam as many times as needed until you pass. Once you successfully complete your final exam, you can download your certificate of completion within 5 days or upgrade to instant digital delivery for an additional fee.

Is this course 100% online?

Yes. You can complete the entire course online from anywhere with internet access. You have access to the course 24/7 and can log off anytime without losing your place.

What should I do if I forgot my password?

If you have forgotten your password, log in with your username (your email address) and use the Forgot Password link to set a new password.

Is this course approved by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission?

No, this course is not intended to meet any specific state requirements for driver education. The program is designed to introduce new drivers to defensive driving strategies, behind-the-wheel risk assessment and the responsibilities of licensed drivers. The course may also help you prepare for your driver license exam.