Pee Dee SC defensive driving and point-reduction options allow drivers to attend live online from communities across northeastern South Carolina. The 4-hour Defensive Driving Course provides driver-safety education and may qualify some drivers for an insurance discount. The separate 8-hour South Carolina 4 Point Reduction Course is available to eligible drivers seeking to reduce license points. Confirm insurance eligibility with your provider before registering.
- Live online instruction with a scheduled instructor
- Separate 4-hour and 8-hour course options
- Attend from anywhere in the Pee Dee or Grand Strand
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Pee Dee SC Defensive Driving and Point Reduction Courses
8-Hour Course for Eligible Point Reduction
This $95 live instructor-led course is intended for eligible South Carolina drivers seeking to reduce up to four points from their driving record. It is separate from the shorter Defensive Driving Course.
4-Hour Course for Defensive-Driving Education
This separate $95 course focuses on safer-driving knowledge and may qualify certain drivers for an automobile-insurance discount. It does not provide the four-point reduction. Verify discount eligibility with your insurer before registering.
Both courses are available through live virtual instruction for residents of Florence, Myrtle Beach, Conway, Aynor, Marion, Darlington, Hartsville and surrounding Pee Dee and Grand Strand communities.
Pee Dee and Grand Strand Cities and Counties We Serve
The live online courses serve drivers throughout northeastern South Carolina, including the following Pee Dee and Grand Strand communities:
- Florence County: Florence, Lake City, Johnsonville, Pamplico and Timmonsville
- Horry County: Myrtle Beach, Conway, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, Aynor and Loris
- Darlington County: Darlington, Hartsville, Lamar and Society Hill
- Marion County: Marion, Mullins and Nichols
- Dillon County: Dillon, Latta and Lake View
- Marlboro County: Bennettsville, McColl and Clio
- Chesterfield County: Chesterfield, Cheraw, Pageland, McBee and Jefferson
- Lee County: Bishopville and Lynchburg
- Clarendon County: Manning, Summerton and Turbeville
- Williamsburg County: Kingstree, Hemingway and Greeleyville
- Georgetown County: Georgetown, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island and Andrews
Because instruction is delivered live online, Pee Dee drivers can choose the appropriate course and attend from home while still interacting with an instructor.
How Pee Dee Drivers Complete the 8-Hour Point Reduction Course
1. Register for a Scheduled Class
Choose an available live class date and complete the secure $95 online registration.
2. Participate in Eight Hours of Live Instruction
Attend the entire scheduled virtual session with your instructor. The point-reduction course cannot be completed as a self-paced program.
3. Finish the Completion Process
After successfully completing the class, your certificate is processed. Any reduction in license points depends on your South Carolina eligibility and driving record.
Decide Which Pee Dee Course Meets Your Requirement
The 8-Hour Point Reduction Course Is Intended For:
- Eligible drivers seeking to reduce up to four South Carolina license points
- Drivers specifically instructed to complete the approved eight-hour course
- People confirming a point-reduction requirement with a court or attorney
The 4-Hour Defensive Driving Course Is Intended For:
- Drivers whose insurance provider confirms eligibility for a discount
- Employees completing defensive-driving or workplace-safety education
- Drivers who want a shorter review of safer-driving practices
Confirm the exact course required by your court, attorney, employer or insurance provider before registering.
Can I attend from Florence, Myrtle Beach or another nearby community?
Yes. Both courses use scheduled live virtual instruction, so drivers throughout the Pee Dee, Grand Strand and the rest of South Carolina can attend from home.
What is the difference between the two courses?
The 8-hour course is for eligible South Carolina point reduction. The separate 4-hour course focuses on defensive-driving education and possible insurance savings.
Does the 4-hour course automatically reduce my insurance premium?
No. Qualification and savings depend on your insurance provider and policy. Confirm acceptance with your insurer before registering.
Does the 8-hour course remove a traffic ticket?
No. The course may reduce eligible license points, but it does not erase a ticket or guarantee a particular court outcome.
What if a court or attorney told me to take a course?
Ask whether you need the 4-hour Defensive Driving Course or the 8-hour 4 Point Reduction Course. The courses are not interchangeable.
Before registering, learn more about South Carolina defensive driving, review the four-point reduction eligibility requirements or read our course FAQ
Choose and Register for Your Pee Dee & Grand Strand Course
Registration is $95 for either live instructor-led option. Select the 4-hour Defensive Driving Course for driver-safety education and a possible insurance discount, or choose the 8-hour South Carolina 4 Point Reduction Course if you are eligible to reduce points.
Questions before registering? Call 843-906-7720 for assistance.