Illinois Defensive Driving Course

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  • Master Safe Driving & Reduce Insurance Bills
    Most insurance companies offer a discount for completing defensive driving course. Check with your provider and see our Unapproved States Terms and Conditions for details.

  • The course is designed with a focus on Illinois, complying with all the state guidelines for defensive driving courses

  • The most convenient, easy, and entertaining way to complete the Illinois Defensive Driving Course online

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Illinois Defensive Driving Course

Duration

6 hours - Complete at your own pace

Passing Grade

At least 70% (unlimited retakes)

What's Included

  • Certificate of completion available to download immediately
  • Course format includes Text, Audio, & Video
  • Complete at your own pace (100% online & not timed)
  • Unlimited exam retakes for free (guaranteed to pass)
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What Our Students Say

 4.8

Course Rating

(654 reviews)

The quizzes were simple and I learned a good bit from the course. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good defensive driving course.

Rudy T.

Rudy T. Illinois Defensive Driving Course

I have taken this course for 4 straight years and it is an excellent course. I take it for an insurance discount and it is well worth it. No timers which is the best part.

Toni A.

Toni A. Illinois Defensive Driving Course

What's not to love about this service which is well priced, self paced, and helps save a ton of money off insurance. I'm glad my insurance agent referred me.

Isabella R.

Isabella R. Illinois Defensive Driving Course

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How to Complete the Illinois Defensive Driving Course Online

  1. Register for the Illinois defensive driving course

    Sign up on DriveSafeToday. If taking for court, get approval first. If for insurance, check with your Illinois insurer.

  2. Complete our 4-hour online Illinois course

    Work at your own pace from any device. Log in and out freely — your progress saves automatically.

  3. Pass the final exam (80% to pass, unlimited retakes)

    Don't stress — if you don't pass on the first try, retake the exam as many times as needed at no extra cost.

  4. Download your certificate upon completion

    Your certificate of completion is available for immediate download and emailed to you at no extra charge.

  5. Submit your certificate for your benefit

    Present your certificate to your Illinois court (if required) or insurance company for a potential discount.

No Hidden Fees — Just $19.95

Certificate, DHSMV notification, unlimited exam retakes, audio narration — it's all included. What you see is what you pay.

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About Our Illinois Defensive Driving Course

Chicago is home to some of the most demanding urban driving in North America. The Dan Ryan, the Kennedy, the Eisenhower, the Stevenson — Chicago's iconic expressways funnel millions of commuters through a system that regularly ranks among the most congested in the United States. Outside the city, Illinois stretches across flat agricultural land where two-lane state highways can lull drivers into dangerous complacency at high speeds. DriveSafeToday's Illinois Defensive Driving Course is built for the full spectrum of Illinois driving — from navigating the chaos of I-294 during a Bears game to staying alert on IL-9 through the cornfields of central Illinois at dusk.

The curriculum covers the Illinois Vehicle Code in plain language, including the state's strict hands-free driving law, school zone and construction zone speed enforcement, and the Scott's Law move-over requirement that Illinois takes especially seriously. You'll also learn how Illinois weather compounds driving risk: spring potholes that hide under standing water, lake-effect snow squalls off Lake Michigan that can drop visibility to near zero in minutes, and summer thunderstorms that flood underpasses with surprising speed. Everything is online and self-paced — no classroom, no in-person appearance, no rigid schedule.

Administered through the Illinois Secretary of State's office — not the DMV — Illinois traffic safety programs have their own specific rules and timelines. This course is designed to align with those requirements and help you understand exactly where you stand with your Illinois driving record.

Illinois Defensive Driving Certificate — Available Immediately

Upon passing the Illinois Defensive Driving Course final exam, your certificate of completion is generated instantly and available for free download. Whether you need it for your insurance carrier, employer, or personal records, it's ready to share the same day you finish.

DriveSafeToday offers printed and mailed certificates for carriers or courts that require physical documentation. Our support team is available to assist with Illinois Secretary of State requirements and insurance submission questions specific to Illinois carriers.

Illinois Driving Record Points and Traffic Safety School

Illinois driving records are maintained by the Secretary of State's office. Moving violations add points to your record, and accumulating points beyond defined thresholds triggers a mandatory Traffic Safety School requirement or license suspension. Serious violations such as DUI, reckless driving, and street racing carry significantly higher point values.

Drivers who receive a qualifying traffic citation in Illinois may be eligible to attend Traffic Safety School to avoid a conviction on their record — but eligibility requirements vary by court and violation type. Always confirm with the issuing court before enrolling for ticket dismissal purposes. For insurance savings, many Illinois carriers recognize defensive driving coursework when calculating premiums — verify your eligibility with your carrier before enrolling.

What you'll learn during this 6-hour course

  • The course is 100% online - no classroom required. You may complete it according to your schedule.

  • Take the course from any device - mobile, tablet, and computer. It's available 24/7 and you may complete it at your schedule.

  • The course will always resume from where you left off.

  • You must score at least 70% on the final exam to pass - don’t worry, you have unlimited attempts to pass at no extra charge.

What you'll get by the end of the course

  • Certificate of Completion

    Upon successful course completion, we will immediately provide a certificate of completion for you to download and email you a copy at no extra charge. Use it to:

    • Lower car insurance premiums

    Upon completion, many of our course takers have enjoyed reduced rates on their car insurance. We always recommend checking with your insurance provider to confirm the discount you can expect.

    We provide the option of sending a hard copy of your certificate by USPS First Class Mail and Express Mail.

  • Certified Safe Driver Seal

    Proudly showcase your accomplishment. The QR code verifies its authenticity, leading to a dedicated page. Scan to see a sample.

     DriveSafeToday Safe Driver Seal

  • Unlock Extra Cash with Your Unique Referral Code

    Upon completing our course, take the next step – promote safe driving. Invite friends using your code and cash in $3 per referral.

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1,191,724

Safe Drivers

$27,975,685

Insurance Savings

548,174

Points Removed

$125,502

Referral Payouts

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