Help CenterCourse Content Outline
A course outline containing the major chapters and topics covered in the 30-hour How to Drive curriculum is available here:
HTD 30-Hour Course Content Outline
The outline provides a high-level overview of course chapters and subject areas, including topics such as:
- Welcome to Your Driving Life
- Knowing Your Vehicle
- Vehicle Space Needs, Natural Laws, and Traction
- Starting, Steering, and Stopping
- Signs, Signals, Road Markings, and Communication
- Traffic Laws and Rules of the Road
- Managing Vision and Perception
- Time and Space
- Changing Lanes, Turning, and Parking
- Sharing the Road
- Intersections and Freeway Driving
- Alcohol and Driving
- Drug-Impaired Driving and Illness
- Distracted Driving
- Drowsy Driving, Sleep, and Emotions
- Driving Conditions and Environments
- Emergency Situations
- Fuel-Efficient Driving and Tire Safety
- Vehicle Safety Technology and Self-Driving Vehicles
Important Notes
- The PowerPoint presentations contain the full instructional content for each lesson.
- The Course Content Outline is intended as a topic guide and does not replace the PowerPoint lesson content.
- Course delivery may vary by state, school, or instructor. The amount of time spent on specific topics may differ based on state requirements and local driving conditions.
- Example: Courses in Colorado may place greater emphasis on snow and winter driving conditions, while courses in Florida may spend less time on those topics.
- Instructors should follow applicable state regulations and curriculum requirements when delivering course material.
- The content outline itself notes that schools may adjust and alter the sequence of instruction to match their needs and state requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are separate lesson plans available for the HTD PowerPoint courses?
No. The PowerPoint presentations contain the lesson content and serve as the primary instructional resource. A separate lesson plan document is not currently available.
Can I get a copy of the Instructor Guide?
The physical Instructor Guide previously used with the curriculum is no longer available.
Why does my course content look different from another school's course?
Course delivery may vary by state and local requirements. Instructors may spend more time on topics that are particularly relevant to their region, while still meeting applicable curriculum standards.
Where can I see a list of course topics?
You can review the HTD 30-Hour Course Content Outline, which provides a chapter-by-chapter summary of the subjects covered throughout the curriculum.