The remedial driving course must be completed in a timely manner to retain the driving license<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe seminar is conducted in a group, consisting of a minimum of six and a maximum of twelve participants. It consists of four sessions, each lasting 135 minutes. The seminar takes place within a period of two to four weeks. As part of the remedial training, a driving test is conducted to observe the participants’ driving behavior. In addition, group discussions are held, traffic situations are analyzed, and information is provided. The goal is to change attitudes towards behavior on the road, promote awareness of risks, and improve hazard perception.<\/p>\n
The seminar must be completed in its entirety within a period of two months. Failure to do so can result in the revocation of the driving license. Therefore, there is no way to avoid the remedial driving course.<\/p>\n
Special Forms of the Remedial Driving Course<\/h3>\n
In the case of drug or alcohol-related offenses, novice drivers are required to attend a special remedial driving course. For example, if someone violates the 0.0 per mille limit, they must complete such remedial training. Unlike the regular remedial driving course, this one is tailored to the specific offense committed. Course participants, for instance, receive information about the effects of alcohol and other substances. Furthermore, they are expected to develop new behaviors during the course to prevent such misconduct in the future. The exact regulations for the special remedial courses are outlined in \u00a7 36 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations.<\/p>\n
Unlike the regular remedial driving course, the special one is not conducted at a driving school. Instead, it is carried out by a traffic psychologist who must meet certain qualifications. The scope of the course is also different. There are four sessions held over a period of two to four weeks, each lasting 180 minutes. Participants are required to complete tasks between the individual sessions. Just like with the regular remedial driving course, individual sessions may be possible under certain circumstances. Additionally, the costs may be higher than those of a regular remedial driving course.<\/p>\n
Traffic Psychology Counseling During the Probationary Period<\/h2>\n
As described above, a repeated A offense during the extended probationary period results in a written warning from the authorities. In addition, the individual is advised to seek traffic psychology counseling. However, participation in traffic psychology counseling is voluntary and not mandatory.<\/p>\n
Procedure and Scope of Counseling<\/h3>\n
Traffic psychology counseling is intended to help the novice driver reflect on their behavior and acknowledge their mistakes. In a conversation with a psychologist, they will work on how to address deficiencies in their attitude towards road traffic. The procedure for counseling is outlined in \u00a7 38 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (FeV). It also states that counseling can be supplemented by a driving test if “the counselor deems it necessary.” Upon completion, the individual receives a certificate of participation to be submitted to the driver’s licensing authority. However, the results of the counseling are only communicated to the individual and not to the authorities. This means that there is no “pass” or “fail.”<\/p>\n
The scope of counseling can be divided into three to four individual sessions, but the total duration should not exceed four hours. The time between the first and the last session must be at least two weeks and no more than four weeks.<\/p>\n
Additionally, it’s important to adhere to a deadline. Counseling is available for a period of two months.<\/p>\n
What Documents Are Required, and What Is the Cost of Traffic Psychology Counseling?<\/h3>\n
Before the counseling session, the individual must submit an identity card, their extract from the Flensburg Driver Fitness Register, and proof of payment for the counseling. To obtain the extract, an “Application for Information from the Driver Fitness Register” must be submitted to the Federal Motor Transport Authority.<\/p>\n
The costs for the counseling sessions are not uniform and must be covered by the participant. However, the cost is roughly around 300 euros. Unlike the Medical-Psychological Assessment (MPU), no report is generated. The individual only receives a confirmation of participation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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When a driving license is obtained for the first time, it is initially a probationary driving license. Novice drivers, whether they are 17 or 67 years old, are expected to commit fewer traffic offenses during this period than experienced drivers. The probationary driving license is a regular driving authorization, but misconduct, such as committing a traffic violation within the first two years, can have consequences. Forgetting a parking ticket or exceeding the speed limit slightly and getting caught by a speed camera will not result in serious consequences. However, it is a different story for serious violations. In such cases, there may be an extension of the probationary period, mandatory additional training, or even the revocation of the driving license.<\/p>\n![\"Young](\"https:\/\/www.bussgeldinfo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/junge-frau-mit-fuehrerschein-in-neuem-auto-300x300.jpg\")
The regulation regarding the “Probationary Driving License” can be found in \u00a7 2a of the Road Traffic Act (StVG). In the first paragraph, the duration of the probationary period is defined as follows: “Upon first obtaining a driving license, it is issued on probation; the probationary period lasts for two years from the date of issuance.” This means that the probationary period begins when the driving license is handed over. This also applies to novice drivers who obtain their driving license at the age of 17. However, they do not receive a regular driving license but instead receive a limited test certificate that is valid only in Germany.<\/p>\n![\"Young](\"https:\/\/www.bussgeldinfo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/junger-mann-trinkt-im-auto-300x300.jpg\")
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