ETS Forum for Philadelphia in Pennsylvania

Hello Kelvin, Pennsylvania requires defensive driving courses to be at least 5 hours long under PennDOT regulations. The 5-hour minimum is set so the curriculum can cover the topics required by the state, including hazard perception, distracted driving, and Pennsylvania-specific traffic law. Practical notes: - The 5 hours is timed actively — you cannot fast-forward - You can split it across multiple sittings; progress saves automatically - The final exam is at the end and is included in the 5-hour minimum Once you pass, your certificate goes to the Philadelphia court the same business day. Pennsylvania Defensive Driving Course Please let us know if you have any further questions!