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Georgia DDS Certified  #707

Barber's Defensive Driving Course and Driver Improvement Program

You may attend our 1-day classes on Zoom or In-Person

You can only attend our 2-night class on Zoom

The Georgia Department of Driver Services (GA DDS) regulates the Georgia DDS Certified Driver Improvement Program also known as the Georgia DDS Certified Defensive Driving Program.

This is a 6-hour Defensive Driving course designed to teach drivers about safe driving attitudes and behaviors.  You may attend Barber's GA DDS Certified Defensive Driving courses on Zoom or In-Person at our Columbus, GA location. 

Sign up at least 20 minutes before the class starts.  Limited seats are available, so we suggest you sign up a day or 2 in advance.

Zoom certificates issued are the same as In-Person certificates issued.

Zoom students will be emailed their certificates at completion.


Georgia DDS Certified Defensive Driving Schedule

Offered every week

1-Day Defensive Driving Class

Wednesday 10am-5pm (Break 1-2) (ZOOM or IN-PERSON)

Saturday 10:30am-5:30pm (Break 1:30-2:30) (ZOOM or IN-PERSON)

Sunday 10:30am-5:30pm (Break 1:30-2:30) (ZOOM ONLY)

 

2-Night Defensive Driving Class

Monday & Tuesday Night 5:30pm-8:30pm (ZOOM ONLY)

(or)

Wednesday & Thursday Night 5:30pm-8:30pm (ZOOM ONLY)

 

You will select your class dates, pay and register 

below the reasons you may be attending Defensive Driving.


The Georgia DDS Certified Defensive Driving/ 

Georgia DDS Certified Driver Improvement

courses may be taken:

 

if Court Ordered by a Judge or needed for your Lawyer      $95.00 

Choose Court/Probation Requirement at Registration

 

for pending Traffic Tickets and Court Dates      $95.00 

(check with the clerk of court to see if the judge will accept)

Choose Court/Probation Requirement at Registration

 

for Point Count Reduction on a Georgia License      $95.00 

(removes up to 7 points off your GA MVR once every 5 years)

This is not for court, this is for the Georgia DDS

Choose Point Count Reduction at Registration

 

for Georgia Driver’s License Reinstatement      $95.00

(non alcohol or drug related suspensions)

Choose Georgia License Reinstatement at Registration

 

for Point Count Accumulation      $95.00 

15 points in 2 years, suspends your Georgia license over 21

4 points in 1 traffic stop, suspends your Georgia license under 21

4 points in 1 year, suspends your Georgia license under 18

Choose Georgia License Reinstatement at Registration

 

a Hit and Run, Leaving The Scene or No Insurance      $95.00

Choose Georgia License Reinstatement at Registration

 

an Insurance Discount and Personal Education      $95.00

Choose Insurance Discount at Registration

 

Attending Defensive Driving In-Person:

Sign Up in advance or just walk-in 15 minutes before any class starts.

Attending Defensive Driving On Zoom:

Sign Up at least 20 mins. in advance so we can email you the Zoom link for your class.

These are 6-hour Defensive Driving classroom only sessions. 

No driving is involved.

If you miss your Defensive Driving class, you can attend any future program. No Problem!

Georgia's Point System Explanation, Laws and Point Count Chart

 

Points and Points Reduction

Point System

Points are added to your license upon conviction of certain violations.  The Georgia Point System ranges from 2 to 6 points.

How many points will suspend your license?

  • A driver with 15 points in a 24 month period will have their license suspended. Licensed Georgia residents may request that the Georgia Department of Driver Services reduce the number of points assessed against their Georgia driver's license.
  • Under 18, 4 points in 1 year.
  • Under 21, 4 points in 1 traffic stop.

Points Reduction

  • How do I reduce points on my Georgia driver's license?

    • Up to 7 points can be reduced once every 5 years.  In accordance with rule O.C.G.A §40-5-86.
    • To qualify for a Points Reduction, you must successfully complete a Georgia DDS Certified Driver Improvement (defensive driving) course.  Once you complete the Georgia DDS Certified Driver Improvement (defensive driving) course:
      • Bring the original certificate of completion to a DDS Customer Service Center
      • or you can request a Defensive Driving Points reduction by Mail.  Mail the original certificate of completion to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, P. O. Box 80447, Conyers, Georgia 30013.
    • For a list of Georgia Certified Defensive Driving schools visit Certified Driver Improvement Schools

When are points not added?

  • You will not receive points for the following:
    • Speeding convictions less than 15 miles-per-hour over the posted speed limit
    • Convictions of driving "Too Fast for Conditions"
    • If you are a Non-Georgia Resident

Is your license suspended?

GOOGLE AND FACEBOOK REVIEWS

Barber's Driving School, Inc.ExcellentBarber's Driving School, Inc.5.0★★★★★ Based on 3539 reviews fromSee all reviews review us onLaura EasterLaura Easter ★★★★★ Everyone was wonderful to work with and I appreciated the help. Wonderful Driving School and Mrs. Jas was a great teacher 🙂D'anna IveryD'anna Ivery ★★★★★ Ms Jaz has been a great teacher she has showed me all the details of drinkingLuther CollinsLuther Collins ★★★★★ It Was a Very mind opening Class to open your eyes on High Risk ,Choices , Stay away from High Risk choices To be better in Life , Thank you Ms.Jas Your The Best , I really needed thisRebecca TaylorRebecca Taylor ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was incredible and made this experience enjoyable.I couldn’t have had a better instructor. Thanks again Mrs.Jas.Jonathan HasslerJonathan Hassler ★★★★★ Jas Tarver did such a good job! She was so engaging and informative thank you!Tammy ParraTammy Parra ★★★★★ Great Teacher interested and zoom classRyan ShumateRyan Shumate ★★★★★ Mrs Jas made this course the best in the business The course was very informative and gave me a lot of insight. The zoom class was very convenient and I could relax in my home.Matt StevensonMatt Stevenson ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was our instructor. She was very energetic and informative. She had a way of keeping everyone engaged. The class was good, not a let down in any way. Thank you.Michael AustinMichael Austin ★★★★★ Mrs. Tarver was my instructor, I learned alot during this class. Very valuable information.I also feel like this class was a positive experience in my life which makes me look at life choices differently. Thank you Mrs. Tarver.Michael MMichael M ★★★★★ Jas was an awesome instructor. She led an insightful discussion that really made me question my past decisions, and encouraged me to make better, healthier, lower risk decisions in the future.Iantha TaylorIantha Taylor ★★★★★ i had Mrs. Jas as my teacher and she made the class a better learning experience and made the class feel welcome and had everyone engaging!Leslie RidgewayLeslie Ridgeway ★★★★★ I loved Jaz point blank period. I was really dreading this whole class and regardless of me being quick and have neg my mic off 99 percent of the time. She still had me laughing behind the scene. Not only she also taught me stuff I didn’t know about. I have common sense but man whatever she had to say man I was in for it. Ain’t no one can say ok like does. Either way love her and she’s amazing thank you for what you do and what you have done!!<3Scott EnglishScott English ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was an amazing instructor! Great experience.Kyle SalawayKyle Salaway ★★★★★ Ms Jas Tarver is an amazing instructor! 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Ms. Tarver has a great personalityjennifer santiagojennifer santiago ★★★★★ Jas tarver excellent instructor, very helpful classCody berryCody berry ★★★★☆ Great class!Brett SBrett S ★★★★★ Ms. Jas was amazing and I learned a bunch from her class! 10/10 would recommend to anyone needing to take a DUI class.Huy DoHuy Do ★★★★★ Dr. McCann teaching skill is very good and Mr. Stalnaker’s instruction is excellentMylacia ClarkMylacia Clark ★★★★★ 6 hrs. sound very long but Mark Adam made it very easy to get through. It wasn't long and dragged out, like I thought it would be highly recommended. Thank you.Julio MTYJulio MTY ★★★★★ Miss Jamisena Targer was really helpful by teaching me new things that I didn’t know. Help me understand things in a new positive way. Thank you for your help. And she deserves a raise.Jan PembertonJan Pemberton ★★★★★ Ms. Jas is an incredible instructor who has an art for keeping your attention, making the class informative, and the hours pass quickly. Glad I was able to find a five night session rather than the usual weekend class.Ethan ByrdEthan Byrd ★★★★★ wonderful experience and couldnt ask for a better teacher and role model.BLTNBLTN ★★★★★ I was trying to enroll in a different course that was female owned and operated in GA, after many failed attempts to reach out to the owner a friend referred me to Barber. I'm so glad I did, Jas Tarver made this course interesting, it became something I looked forward to and my other classmates were engaged and made it fun. Highly recommend.IkeIke ★★★★★ Tonya Taylor (Tay Tay)Tonya Taylor (Tay Tay) ★★★★★ She is an amazing woman and does here job well .Bruce WilliamsBruce Williams ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was a great instructor. Under the circumstances of having to take this course. She made this course informative, enlightening, and just encouraged me not to beat myself up but make better choices.TAY KENZIETAY KENZIE ★★★★★ Before starting this class I was dreading it, but once I met Ms. Tarver she made me have so much hope. She is the best teacher someone could ask for, I learned so much during this course because of her and she also made class fun with her very down to earth personality.bandband ★★★★★ jas tarver hit home with her lovable personality and real-life experiences in her class. she kept the class engaged with her content and informative talks -attendee randall paulsonKimberly YanezKimberly Yanez ★★★★★ Jas Tarver is an amazing instructor! She kept all of us engaged and did a great job teaching the course.Qiana CamilleQiana Camille ★★★★★ I had a great experience with this school and our instructor Jas! They have a variety of class schedules and the instructor made the process a valuable experience! Thank you Jas!Israel TahuerIsrael Tahuer ★★★★★ Very good experience and teaching.Connor RhineConnor Rhine ★★★★★ Ms. Tarver was a great instructor! Highly recommend using Barbers driving school. She is knowledgeable and great at relating course content to the real world.Chameka BurtChameka Burt ★★★★★ My instructor Ms.Tarver was really helpful in helping me understand the phases of addiction.Chase AustinChase Austin ★★★★★ Mrs. Jas Tarver is an outstanding instructor with a fun and outgoing personality that makes the class much more enjoyable!SteezySteezy ★★★★★ Great teacher and great communication. Enough time to get us thru the lesson and to review. Thanks Mrs.TarverSteven DeanSteven Dean ★★★★★ Mrs. Jas is an outstanding Instructor who keeps the class interesting and informative. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone. Thanks for the knowledge!!Emily AshfordEmily Ashford ★★★★★ I love this driving school. The instructor was wonderful. She was very kind and enthusiastic. I would highly recommend this driving school to others especially if they get the same instructor that I did.Thank you Mrs. Tarver! You really are awesome!babygirlmissa22 daymian143babygirlmissa22 daymian143 ★★★★★ Ms. Tarver my instructor was excellent during my class with her from 1/6 - 1/10 she was very detailed and answered all questions and very patient and respectful! Thank you for your time and thank you for what you do !Tucker SuttonTucker Sutton ★★★★★ Mrs. Tarver is a great instructor! Great class and would recommend!Heather GraddyHeather Graddy ★★★★★ I had no idea what to expect, but Ms. Jas Tarver was AWESOME and put us at ease. Her storytelling really pulls you in and makes the time go by fast. She really knows what she's doing!Garry ChapmanGarry Chapman ★★★★★ Outstanding instructor, very informative, and knowledgible of the course material.Laurin BirchfieldLaurin Birchfield ★★★★★ Very informative and instructor was very knowledgeable.Matt WillsonMatt Willson ★★★★★ Jaz was a fantastic instructor!Sharon KeySharon Key ★★★★★ If for any reason you find yourself needing to take a driver improvement course, I highly recommend Barber's. Sandi was a great instructor! She made those dreaded 6 hours go by really quickly. I actually learned a few things 😁Amilcar LopezAmilcar Lopez ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was a great instructor! Everyone was able to talk/speak freely.. provided a great environment!Charlie ThompsonCharlie Thompson ★★★★★ Had a great experience and the instructor was awesome!!! Thank you Andre!!!Ofrah ParkerOfrah Parker ★★★★★ Dr. McCann was my teacher for driver's education course and she was fun and made it enjoyable and was a great teacher.Joseph Emmanuel JulienJoseph Emmanuel Julien ★★★★★ Barber’s Driving School is a excellent school, everyone that work there handles their task in a professional manner. I recommend Barber’s Driving School to anyone that wants to learn about driving.Kenneth CarterKenneth Carter ★★★★★ Excellent instructor very relatableJacquanna GrantJacquanna Grant ★★★★★ Jas Tarver was a great instructor! Everyone was able to talk/speak freely.. provided a great environment!Nicole Cowart DuttoNicole Cowart Dutto ★★★★★ Ms. Candice was amazing I would recommend this class to anybody that got in trouble .James Robert BridgesJames Robert Bridges ★★★★★ The risk reduction class was excellent. Our instructor Ms. Candice Franks, was amazing. She was incredibly engaging and made everyone feel extremely comfortable sharing their stories and experiences. I learned a lot from her and the people in the class. Will 11/10 recommend Ms. Candice to anyone that needs to take this class!Melinda Tolbert EAMelinda Tolbert EA ★★★★★ I’m very impressed with Barbers. My sons drivers Sylvee and Jerry were very thorough with me and explained their entire driving process. I’ll definitely be booking more driving appointments.Mitun K PatelMitun K Patel ★★★★★ Great staff, very hands on and I definitely recommend this company for those who want to learn how to drive and road test.Jasmine BoydJasmine Boyd ★★★★★ My teacher David is amazingKeitha BuchananKeitha Buchanan ★★★★★ Barbers’s is the best!! I feel everyone should send their kids these wonderful experience.Michelle HeidiMichelle Heidi ★★★★★ My daughter's driving instructor, David was very patient and made her feel comfortable. She was very prepared for her driving test.Scott Susan PrattScott Susan Pratt ★★★★★ The best ever. Mr Keith was really patient and helped my son who has autism obtain his license. He was friendly, professional and my son felt totally comfortable driving. So impressed with friendly staff and how quickly they respond.Alisa Miller ManibusanAlisa Miller Manibusan ★★★★★ Barber's Driving School is great! Especially Keith, he is one of the instructors that gives the kids lessons on driving. It was like a 360 from when my son first got his permit to when he completed Barbers. Don't get me wrong he still needed practice but it was amazing at how different he drove after going through the class. Definitely worth the money!Jessica Chapman HendrickJessica Chapman Hendrick ★★★★★ My son has really enjoyed the class and learned a lot. Thank you so much for teaching my son safety while drivingBrandy Finley ParsonsBrandy Finley Parsons ★★★★★ Mr.Gary is awesome! I can't say enough good things about him. He is definitely a confidence builder. My daughter, Heidi was late (20 yrs. old) getting started with driving. Not because she couldn't do it, she just wasn't interested. Her brother got his license when he turned 16. Then, the competition had begun. All of a sudden, she wanted her license yesterday. She wanted to drive! She is more mature and older than her brother. So, she could see the big picture. We were sharing a car. 3 people, 2 different schools and numerous extracurricular activities. She was over thinking everything. Scared to drive, scared to make a mistake, scared we could lose all transportation if she got into a wreck.
Gary, was the answer to my prayers! He worked with her and he was perfect for her learning to drive. I was amazed after the first lesson. He built up her confidence and that changed everything. I knew she could do it, but I had to get her to believe it. Everything I tried wasn't working. Now, she is doing great. I greatly appreciate Mr. Gary, and his patience. With both of us. I was extremely worried. I wanted her to safely learn, but not hurt herself or someone else in the process. He was wonderful. He put my mind at ease and Heidi is driving with confidence. I highly recommend Barbers Driving School and, specifically Mr. Gary, for learning to safely drive. Both of my kids have learned from Barbers! Both, had great teachers and exceptional service!
Thanks again!Claudette JohnsonClaudette Johnson ★★★★★ My daughter went to driving school here. Mr Kevin was very professional.Damian McCartyDamian McCarty ★★★★★ The best driving school in townNathan KittsNathan Kitts ★★★★★ Jeff KennedyJeff Kennedy ★★★★★ Excellent Driver Training School. Great Staff, Good equipment and the biggest bonus of all was the $250.00 we saved each year on our insuranceLisa Marie WilliamsLisa Marie Williams ★★★★★ Had to take the risk reduction class here and my instructor Rik was an awesome speaker and made our time move right along very smoothly.Never a dull moment, very instructional and have actually learned numerous things that I did not know and I love that.I would DEF refer them to anyone needing to take this class.Lateasha CarterLateasha Carter ★★★★★ My son enjoyed his first day of driving with KeithDesiree Nicole NugentDesiree Nicole Nugent ★★★★★ js_loader

Georgia DDS Certified Defensive Driving / Georgia DDS Certified Driver Improvement Program. (GA DDS #707)