Distracted Driving Awareness Training

Learn how to prevent distracted driving accidents with this online safety course. Covers cellphone use, multitasking, and focus strategies for safer driving.

Distracted Driving Awareness Training

What is Distracted Driving Awareness Training?

Every second of inattention on the road can have life-changing consequences. The Distracted Driving Awareness Training course helps drivers understand the dangers of divided focus and teaches practical ways to stay alert behind the wheel. Through engaging lessons and real-world examples, learners discover how multitasking, cellphone use, and other distractions affect reaction time and decision-making. This course empowers participants to take control of their attention, adopt safer habits, and protect themselves and others every time they drive.

Course Overview

Distracted driving is a growing safety concern that affects drivers across all industries. The increasing use of cellphones, in-vehicle technology, and other electronic devices has significantly contributed to accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the road. Today, it’s estimated that one in three vehicle accidents involves some form of driver distraction.

The Distracted Driving online course defines what it means to be a distracted driver and provides actionable strategies to minimize distractions behind the wheel. Learners will explore how multitasking affects reaction time, how to eliminate common distractions, and what steps can be taken to stay focused. By understanding the real cost of distraction and adopting safe driving habits, participants will be better equipped to protect themselves and others on the road.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

This course focuses on awareness, prevention, and control of driving distractions. Learners will examine the types of distractions—visual, manual, and cognitive—and learn proven methods to maintain full attention on driving tasks. The training promotes safer decision-making and reinforces personal accountability for road safety.

COURSE TOPICS

  • The Cost of Distracted Driving – Understand the real-world impact of distraction-related collisions and injuries.
  • Multi-Tasking and Distraction – Explore how divided attention reduces driving performance and increases risk.
  • Dangers of Using Cell Phones While Driving – Learn about reaction delays and impaired judgment caused by phone use.
  • Eliminating Distractions Before You Drive – Identify proactive steps to prepare your environment for safe driving.
  • Fighting Distraction on the Road – Gain practical strategies for staying alert and maintaining focus while driving.
  • And More – Additional insights and tips for maintaining concentration during every trip.
COURSE DURATION

This online training takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume the course anytime, ensuring flexible self-paced progress.

PASS MARK

A passing mark of 80% is required to complete this course successfully. Learners may retake the course up to three times to achieve the required score. Testing is integrated throughout to reinforce learning, and a downloadable student manual is included for future reference and knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a digital certificate of completion, available immediately for download and printing.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 30 minutes.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.

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