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Defensive Driving eLearning Training

Online video based course with short final assessment and printable certificate

Provided by ECHO3 EDUCATION LIMITED

Summary

Price
£25 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Video with subtitles
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
4 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Overview

Driving is most likely the biggest risk to your employees. In 2016 there were 1,792 deaths on UK roads, 24,101 serious injuries and 181,384 casualties. (external link: UK Accident Statistics Report 2016).

The aim of the Defensive Driving course is to reduce the risk to driver, passengers and the general public by imparting the philosophy known as Defensive Driving.

Defensive driving requires a proactive mindset, where hazards are anticipated rather than simply reacted to.

Adopting this mindset gives drivers additional time in order that unexpected events can be safely avoided.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

CPD

4 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Course media

Resources

Description

Duration: 40 minutes

This is a video based online learning course with a short 10 question assessment to evidence you have understood the key learning objectives.

Vicky Lovell is your guide through the content. Vicky has 25 years experience instructing drivers, she has featured on the BBC's Driving Academy and also won the prestigious International Prince Michael Road Safety Award.

The Defensive Driving course introduces the learner to C.O.A.S.T. Then Vicky takes us through a 'rural commentary drive' to understand what defensive driving experts anticipate.

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DEFENSIVE DRIVING - What you will learn:

  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING LO 1 - Know how to prepare to drive safely
  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING LO 2 - Recall best practices for driving safely
  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING LO 3 - Make safe driving choices in specific situations and conditions
  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING LO 4 - Understand the defensive driving philosophy
  • DEFENSIVE DRIVING LO 5 - Know what to do in case of an accident

Benefits of echo3education Defensive Driving course

  • Accelerated Learning – 40 minutes
  • CPD Accredited
  • Instant digital certificate emailed on successful completion
  • Complementary training record back-up from echo3education

Who is this course for?

All drivers. Everyone benefits from a knowledge of the principles of defensive driving.

Requirements

This course is designed for all drivers. There are no requirements prior to taking this course.

Career path

Anyone who drives will benefit from the course. Those who drive as part of their job will have the chance to boost career prospects by understand how to stay relaxed behind the wheel to arrive at meetings less stressed and more able to perform.

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Graham asked:

would this coupe suitable for me to be a driver assessor for my company

Answer:

Hi it is more about driving rather that the assessment of other drivers. Although it will give you some ideas of what to look for. regards, Alex

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Aaron asked:

Does this course have an effect on my insurance?

Answer:

Hi Aaron, we have not made any arrangements with specific insurers so I would think NO. Ultimately it is for your insurance provider to decide.

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Grahame asked:

Is this cause you receive the certificate at the end

Answer:

Yes, there is a CPD certificate available to download at the end. You can also request a posted version. Best regards, echo3 team

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Provider

ECHO3 EDUCATION LIMITED

Echo3 Education is an award-winning national online training provider.   We consistently strive to provide training experiences that leave a lasting impression, resulting in long term improvement to both behaviours and performance.   

Our course development is an evolving process, constantly adapting and updating in accordance with the latest legislation and in response to client requirements.  Currently no course is more than one year old and each course includes high quality media that really sells the learning objectives to our learners.

We combine great visuals with interesting narratives and a voiceover that further enhances key message delivery. Each course culminates in an assessment that, rather than simply examining fact retention, also evaluates best behaviours. It’s these behaviours, after all, that are more likely to result in the desired outcomes for your business.

echo3 education were voted the best online health and safety training provider - Scotland by CV Magazine for 2018. 

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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