The Defensive Driving Course is a comprehensive driver improvement program offering practical knowledge and techniques to avoid crashes, and to choose safe, responsible and lawful driving behaviors. The program has been designed, established and proven to produce fewer vehicle collisions (including company vehicles); less absenteeism due to injuries and court time; and life-long safe driving habits. It focuses on collision prevention through hazard recognition and application of collision avoidance techniques. In addition, the course also addresses common driving violations that results in collision, and how to change driving habits to eliminate moving violations. DDC is designed for the adult learner; complete concepts are presented so they are easily understood, materials are fully integrated, this enables participants who can't read well to learn visually and through group discussion.