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Defensive Driving Course, Basic (8-hour) - 9th Edition Instructor Update

The NEW 9th edition Defensive Driving Course will be ready for classroom use in January. DDC-8 lead instructors and instructor trainers are strongly encouraged to attend a two hour instructor update seminar. Instructors will review the revised program and preview the new audio visuals. This program is far more interactive than prior editions and includes a number of changes to the curriculum and visual presentations. You will want to come and see the techniques necessary to conduct this program.

Length: Two hours


Upcoming Courses:

This course has already been offered this term; the next scheduled offering to be announced. If your team needs to take this course before it's offered again please contact the Minnesota Safety Council at [email protected] or 651.291.9150/1.800.444.9150.


Location: This course will be held at the Minnesota Safety Council Resource Center located at 474 Concordia Avenue in St. Paul. Take the Dale Street exit from I-94. Proceed east on south frontage road (Concordia Avenue) past the American Lung Association. Turn right into our lower level parking lot.

Lodging: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown, 175 West 7th Street in St. Paul. Reservations can be made directly by calling 651.225.1515 or booking online, single or double occupancy. Please make reservations directly with the hotel and be sure to identify yourself as a participant in a Minnesota Safety Council training course to receive the preferred rate.

Cancellation Policy: Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

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