Florida 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement Course Online (IDI)

Ordered by a Florida judge to complete an 8-Hour Driver Improvement course? Received a second traffic ticket within 12 months and already used your 4-hour traffic school election? Our 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement (BDI) course—also called the Intermediate Driver Improvement (IDI) course—meets court requirements and helps you fulfill your legal obligation while learning valuable defensive driving skills.

Our Miami-based driving school offers the DHSMV-approved 8-Hour BDI course 100% online. Complete it from any device at your own pace, and we'll automatically report your completion to the Florida DMV and Clerk of Court.

Enroll today for $49.95 with no hidden fees. Meet your court deadline and improve your driving skills.

What Is the 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement Course?

The 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement course is a Florida state-mandated program for drivers who've been court-ordered to complete intermediate-level traffic school or who need additional driver education beyond the standard 4-hour BDI course. This program is almost always required by court order rather than voluntary election.

Florida courts and counties may refer to this course by different names—8-Hour Intermediate Driver Improvement (IDI), 8-Hour Defensive Driver School (DDS), 8-Hour Defensive Driving Course (DDC), or simply 8-Hour Traffic School. Regardless of the name, they're all the same state-approved program.

The course is organized into 15 comprehensive modules covering traffic safety regulations, defensive driving techniques, crash prevention strategies, Florida traffic laws, risk awareness, hazard recognition, and decision-making skills behind the wheel. Each module includes timed content to ensure you meet state requirements, along with videos, interactive exercises, and quizzes to reinforce what you've learned.

At the end of the course, you'll take a final exam testing your understanding of the material. You need to score at least 80% to pass. If you don't pass on the first attempt, you can retake the exam as many times as needed at no additional cost.

Who Needs This Course?

Court-ordered by a judge: A Florida judge ordered you to complete an 8-hour driver improvement course.
Second ticket within 12 months: You already used your 4-hour BDI election and received another citation.
Multiple traffic violations: Courts may require the 8-hour course instead of the standard 4-hour version.
Serious or mandatory violations: Some offenses require the longer course.
Multiple collisions: Repeat crashes may trigger this requirement.
Intermediate Driver Improvement order: If paperwork says “IDI,” it refers to this course.
Habitual traffic offender situations: Some HTO cases require the 8-hour course.
Driving While License Suspended: Some DWLS cases use this course—confirm with your clerk.

Important Distinctions

Not for aggressive driving: If your order requires an 8-Hour Aggressive Driver course, you need a different program.

Not for ADI: Suspended license cases may require the 12-Hour ADI course.

CDL restriction: CDL drivers cannot use this course for point reduction.

Speed limit rule: If cited for 30+ mph over, you cannot elect this course.

How the Course Works

Course Structure

The program includes 15 modules covering:

Crash factors and costs
Driving fundamentals
Florida traffic laws
Risk and hazard recognition
Speed control
Impaired and distracted driving
Weather conditions
Intersection safety
Sharing the road
Emergency situations
Vehicle safety systems
Aggressive driving awareness
Decision-making skills
Final review

Timed Modules and Quizzes

Each module is timed and ends with a short quiz.

Self-Paced Learning

Start and stop anytime. All progress saves automatically.

Final Exam

Score 80% to pass. Unlimited retries at no extra charge.

Certificate & Court Reporting

Certificate is emailed instantly. We report it automatically to DMV and Clerk of Court.

Why Choose Our Miami Driving School?

DHSMV-Approved: Accepted by all Florida courts.
Automatic reporting: We handle everything.
Instant certificates: Delivered immediately.
Fully online: No classroom required.
Mobile-friendly: Works on all devices.
24/7 access: Study anytime.
Unlimited exam retakes
Engaging content
No hidden fees—$49.95 flat
Free certificate copies
English & Spanish available
Miami-based support

How to Enroll and Complete Your Course

Verify your requirement: Check your court order.
Register: Create your account with accurate info.
Pay $49.95: No extra fees.
Start immediately: Begin Module 1.
Complete all 15 modules: Work at your pace.
Take the final exam: 80% required.
Get your certificate: Sent instantly + reported.
Submit to court if required: Some counties still require manual delivery.

Facing a court-ordered 8-hour driver improvement course doesn’t have to be stressful. Our DHSMV-approved online program gives you a simple, flexible way to meet your requirement and improve your driving habits.

Enroll now for $49.95 and complete your 8-hour court-ordered course today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the 4-hour and 8-hour courses?

The 4-hour course is for voluntary traffic school elections. The 8-hour course is usually court-ordered or required after a second ticket within 12 months.
Is this the same as the aggressive driver course?

No, aggressive driver courses are different. Check your court paperwork.
Can I take the course on my phone?

Yes—works on all devices.
How long do I have to finish?

About 8 hours total. Finish 4–5 days early for filing.
What if I fail the final exam?

Unlimited retakes, free of charge.
Will this remove old points?

No. It only prevents new points.

Florida 8-Hour Basic Driver Improvement Course Online (IDI) – Miami