Driver Education for Beginners & Experienced Drivers: Sharpen Your Skills, Stay Safe on the Road
At the Jamaica Driver Education Forum, we believe driver education is for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced driver. Our programs are designed to help all drivers improve their skills, stay updated on road safety, and become more confident on the road.
For Beginner Drivers:
Our program guides you through the basics, from understanding road signs and traffic laws to building driving confidence. You’ll learn at your own pace with interactive lessons and certified instructors.
What Beginners Will Learn:
- Traffic laws, road safety, and right-of-way rules
- Vehicle operation and basic maintenance
- Defensive driving techniques
- Preparation for written and road tests
For Experienced Drivers:
Our advanced program helps seasoned drivers refine their skills, stay informed about new traffic laws, and enhance defensive driving. Whether for personal or professional reasons, our expert-led lessons offer valuable updates and techniques.
What Experienced Drivers Will Learn:
- Advanced defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting
- Driving in challenging conditions (e.g., poor weather, heavy traffic)
- Updates on laws, road signs, and regulations
We’re committed to supporting drivers of all levels to become safer and more responsible on the road.
Course Content
Introduction
Most road accidents, injuries, disabilities, deaths, and life-long trauma that follows road accident survivors are preventable.
Sometimes, a lack of information on how to conduct yourself is all that’s needed to maintain sanity on the roads and encourage safe driving habits while respecting other road users.
This is the main objective of this course: to be a constant reminder that secure, safe, and defensive driving can save more lives on the roads.
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Introduction
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
Chapter 1: Obtaining your Driver’s License
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Getting your Provisional (learners)Driver’s license
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Failing the road code test and Re- testing
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Class and ID Selectors
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Renewing an expired Provisional license
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Legal requirements of a Provisional Driver’s License
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Getting your General Driver’s license
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Getting your General Driver’s license (Cont.)
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The Driving Test
Chapter 2: Driving Safely and Responsibly
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Being a Safe and Responsible Driver
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Physical and Mental Preparation Before Driving
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Knowledge of Your Vehicle
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Vehicle warning signs and symbols
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Child Seats, Seatbelts, and Child Safety Equipment
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Managing Your Headlights
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 3: Driving Efficiently and Sustainably
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Before Entering the Vehicle
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Before You Kick-start the Engine
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After Starting the Vehicle
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After Starting the Vehicle
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While Driving
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At the Garage
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 4: Getting Ready to Drive
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Gentle Maneuvering and Operation of the Motor Vehicle
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Managing your Blind spots
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Effective Use of Vehicle Turn Signals(indicators) and Brake Lights
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Keep Left While Driving
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Observing and Obeying Speed Limits
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Police Officers Managing Traffic
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Driving at Safe Distances
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The Three-Second Rule
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 5: Sharing Roadways with Other Users
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Pedestrians
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Bikes, Bicycles, and e-bikes
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Motorists
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Transit Buses
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Commercial Vehicles (Trucks and Tractor Trailers)
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Farm Machinery
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 6: Intersections, Safe Navigation, and Right of Way Factors
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The three correct stopping positions
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Different Types of Intersections
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Observing Right of Way
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Right of Way on a Hill
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 7: The Art of Turnarounds and Change of Direction
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Driving Around a Corner
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Making Left Turns from a single-lane roadway
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Turning right at a traffic signal showing green lights
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Right and Left Turning Filter Lanes
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Right Turn on an Advance/ Filter Light
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Right and left turns on a one-way street
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Reversing Along a Roadway
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Turning Around
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 8: Lane Changes and Passing Other Vehicles
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Observing lane discipline while using driving and passing lanes on a Dual Carriageway
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Passing at Night
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Passing Lanes
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Climbing Lanes
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Passing on the Shoulder
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Passing Public Passenger Vehicles (PPVs)
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Slip Roads
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Filter Lanes
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 9: Stopping or Parking Along a Roadway
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Dangers of a Roadside Stop
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How to Stop or Park Safely Along a Roadway
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 10: Highway Driving
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Tips When Entering a Highway
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Safety Along the Highway
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Exiting the Highway Safely
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 11: Managing Adverse Situations
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Aggressive Driving and Road Rage
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Street Racing
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Suspensions of licenses
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Drowsy Driving
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Workers on the Road
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Animals on the Road
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Distracted Driving
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Reducing Driver Distractions
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 12: Emergency Vehicles
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Reacting to Approaching Emergency Vehicles
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Reacting to Stopped Emergency Vehicles
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Passing Tow Trucks in Service
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 13: How to Tackle Nighttime Driving and Adverse Weather Conditions
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Glare
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Tips for Driving in Fog
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Tips for Driving in Low Visibility Rain Showers
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Flooded Roads
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 14: Dealing with Emergencies
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Brake Failure
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Gas Pedal Sticks
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Blown Headlights
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A Break Down on a Highway
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If your Wheel Falls Off on a Roadway
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If your Tire Blows Out
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 15: Traffic Lights, Road signs and symbols
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Green Light
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Yellow/Amber Light
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Advance Turning Lights
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Blank or Malfunctioning Traffic Lights
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Intersection Pedestrian Signals
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 16: The Pillars of Defensive Driving
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Widen the Scope of Your Vision- The bigger picture
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Being Proactive- Understanding the bigger picture
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Minimize Distractions
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4. Managing your Space – Beware of Blind Spots and leave space cushions
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Follow Other Vehicles at a Safe Distance
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Chapter 17: Risk Management for Drivers
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Understanding Risks While Driving
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Mitigation Tips
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KNOWLEDGE TEST
Conclusion
Earn a certificate
Add this certificate to your resume to demonstrate your skills & increase your chances of getting noticed.