Georgia DDS DUI Certified Risk Reduction Program

Georgia Department of Driver Services Certified and Approved DUI School

You may take any of our scheduled classes on Zoom or In-Person.

Zoom DUI Certificates issued are the same as In-Person Certificates.

If you have been charged, you can take our class now!

Georgia DDS Certified

Sign Up | FAQs | Schedule

Next Week Day Class is Sep. 26-28 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).

Next Weekend Class is Sep. 30-Oct. 2 (Saturday, Sunday and Monday night).

Next Week Night Class is Oct. 16-20 (Mon-Fri from 6:15pm-10:15pm).

You may attend any scheduled class on Zoom

or In-Person at our Columbus, GA location.

Check our Full Schedule Below the Step by Step Process and

Click Register beside the class dates you want.

 

Georgia DDS Certified DUI Risk Reduction Program (DUI School) has two steps:

Step 1 : ASSESSMENT Component $100 (Needs Survey)

  • The Assessment Component (Needs Survey) is completed first.  It takes about 30 minutes to complete.
  • It is a 130-question comprehensive screening instrument. It evaluates the extent of an individual’s alcohol and drug use and its impact on driving.
  • The GARRP STUDENT PORTAL link will be on the redirect page, after you pay!
  • In the GARRP Student Portal you will; set up your account, sign your contracts and complete the Needs Survey (takes about 25 minutes).
  • Do NOT turn off GARRP Notifications, this will be how you receive your test and evaluation during the class.

Step 2 : 20 hour INTERVENTION Component $260 (DUI School on Zoom or In-Person)

  • The Intervention Component is administered after completion of the Assessment Component.
  • You have one year to complete the course once you have taken your assessment.
  • It is a 20-hour course comprised of 2 1/2 days.
  • Barber’s offers Weekend, Weeknight and Weekday classes.  Check our schedule below and register.

GA DDS Rule 375-5-6-.18 (Allowing you to take DUI School on ZOOM)

a)  The Department may develop policies and procedures for the delivery of remote classroom instruction for certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction programs in the event of a public health state of emergency, natural disaster, or man-made disaster.

(b) A certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction program may utilize remote services for classroom instruction and the administration of assessments. Such instruction, training, and assessments may be done via web services, such as, but not limited to, Skype, Zoom, or Webex. Instruction must be synchronous instruction allowing for real-time instruction and interaction in a specific virtual place, through a specific online medium, at a specific time.

How will links and class materials will be delivered to you?

  • The DUI BOOK Link will be emailed to you the day before the class starts if you choose zoom. Download, do not print! (CHECK SPAM FOLDER)
  • The ZOOM DUI School classroom PRE-REGISTRATION Link will be emailed to you the day before the class starts! (MUST PRE-REGISTER)
  • Live in Columbus, GA and choose zoom?  Come by our office and pick up a physical copy of your workbook.

What is the Attendance Policy? (Never lose your money!)

  • Be on time and sober.  You must give your undivided attention on Zoom.  You may not work or go anywhere while in class.
  • Did you miss a DUI School class or were you late?  You can attend any future scheduled DUI School class within 3 weeks and pick up where you left off.
  • If you do not complete DUI School class within 3 weeks, you will have to start over. You do not have to pay again!

Total Cost for Georgia DDS Certified DUI RISK REDUCTION PROGRAM (DUI School)  = $360

  • Assessment (Needs Survey) $100
  • DUI School Workbook $25
  • 20 hr Intervention Class (DUI School class) $235

Barber’s Driving School is Georgia DDS Certified and GA DDS Approved to teach the

GA DDS Certified DUI Risk Reduction Program (DUI School) virtual on Zoom or In-Person.

Check our DUI School schedule below and register for any class!

You must register no later 2 hours before the class start time.

This gives you time to complete the 30 minute assessment.

Georgia DDS Certified Risk Reduction Program Schedule, Click REGISTER NOW beside the class you want to attend!

DUI Classroom DATES are for Zoom and/or In-PersonPurchase below, no later than 2 hours before the class start time
WEEKDAY
Tuesday Sep 26 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Sep 27 & Thursday Sep 28 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Sep 30 & Sunday, Oct 1 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Oct 2 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Oct 3 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Oct 4 & Thursday Oct 5 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Oct 7 & Sunday, Oct 8 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Oct 9 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Oct 10 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Oct 11 & Thursday Oct 12 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Oct 14 & Sunday, Oct 15 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Oct 16 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKNIGHT (Zoom Only)
MONDAY-FRIDAY
October 16-20 from 6:15pm-10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Oct 17 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Oct 18 & Thursday Oct 19 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Oct 21 & Sunday, Oct 22 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Oct 23 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Oct 24 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Oct 25 & Thursday Oct 26 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Oct 28 & Sunday, Oct 29 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Oct 30 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Oct 31 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Nov 1 & Thursday Nov 2 from 9am-6pm
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WEEKEND
Saturday, Nov 4 & Sunday, Nov 5 from 9a-6p and ends Monday, Nov 6 from 6:15pm- 10:15pm
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WEEKDAY
Tuesday Nov 7 from 10am-2pm, Wednesday Nov 8 & Thursday Nov 9 from 9am-6pm
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DUI/ Risk Reduction FAQ

1. What is a Georgia DDS Certified DUI, Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Course?

DUI, Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction is an intervention program mandated by law.  The program is for people: convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) possession of illegal drugs underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle or Boating Under the Influence (BUI). It consists of two components: an assessment component and an intervention component. Both components must be successfully completed to obtain a certificate of completion.

2. What are the attendance policies for Georgia DDS Certified DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction courses?

You must arrive on time and complete each session in order. Students that arrive late to any session can expect to be denied entry into class.  Also, students that are absent or leave early from any session may need to start the course over again at no cost.  Some other schools charge you another $235.  Please consider the course schedule carefully. Take any potential scheduling conflicts you may have into account before signing a contract to attend.

3. How is Georgia DDS Certified Risk Reduction course structured?

Georgia DDS Certified risk reduction course has two components. They are the (1) Assessment Component (NEEDS Assessment) and the (2) Intervention Component. Students must complete both to receive a Certificate of Completion.

  • The Assessment Component is completed first. It is a 130-question comprehensive screening instrument. It evaluates the extent of an individual’s alcohol and drug use and its impact on driving.
  • The Intervention Component is administered after completion of the Assessment Component. It is a 20-hour course comprised of several sessions. Several days of lessons take place in a group environment. The Intervention Component offers therapeutic education and peer group counseling. This lesson covers alcohol, drug use, and their effects on driving.

4. What Assessment Components are certified by the DDS for use in the State of Georgia?

DDS has approved the NEEDS Assessment Component for use in the State of Georgia. It is a copyrighted product of ADE, Inc. It is a 130-question comprehensive screening instrument. It evaluates the extent of an individual’s alcohol and drug use and its impact on driving.  You may take the Assessment online or at Barber’s Driving School.

5. What Intervention Components are certified by the DDS for use in the State of Georgia?

Currently, the Georgia DDS has approved the Prime for Life Intervention Component for use in the State of Georgia. This is a copyrighted product of Prevention Research Institute, Inc.

6. How do I know if a particular DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction school has been Georgia DDS Certified?

Barber’s Driving School has been Georgia DDS Certified to teach the Georgia DDS Certified DUI/ Risk Reduction since the Driver Improvement Act of the 1970s.

7. How long does it take to complete a DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction course?

The entire 20-hour course takes 2 1/2 days! Please check our schedules as we do off a variety of different options.

8. Can I obtain a refund if I am not able to attend a course or if I am late to, absent from, or leave a session early?

We will issue a refund for the classroom portion of the program if you never attend.

9. Will the DDS accept a certificate of completion from a DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction course that I completed online?

Certificates of Completion from online DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction courses cannot be accepted by the DDS for any purposes related to an individual’s driver’s license or driving privileges.

10. Will the DDS accept a certificate of completion from a DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction course that I completed with Barber’s on ZOOM?

Yes

11. What if I lose my DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction certificate of completion?

Replacement certificates are no charge!  Some schools charge $20.

12. Can I transfer my assessment results from one Georgia DDS Certified DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction school to another?

Yes. The GA DDS rules and regulations allow students to transfer assessment results between schools. Transfer is allowed under limited circumstances: A class for which a student has a signed intervention contract has been cancelled; or, The student has moved at least thirty (30) miles away from the school that he or she contracted with to attend. The school may charge a fee of up to $25 for transferring results of an Assessment Component due to student relocation; or, There is an emergency and prior approval by the Department has been obtained.

13. What is the cost of a Georgia DDS Certified DUI, Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction course?

The cost of a Georgia DDS Certified DUI, Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction course is set by law. The total cost of the course is $360.00. This includes the Assessment Component ($100.00), the Intervention Component ($235.00), and a workbook ($25.00).

14. Does the GA DDS accept certificates of completion from DUI, Alcohol, or Drug Use Risk Reduction courses from other states?

It is recommended that if there is any question as to whether a particular out-of-state program will be accepted by the GA DDS: You should review the DUI School Guidelines for Other States for acceptable classes. You may call the DDS Customer Contact Center at (678) 413-8400 prior to enrollment.

15. What is a clinical evaluation?

This is not the assessment you take before class. Laws and regulations related to clinical evaluations and substance abuse treatment providers are administered by the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD).  Detailed FAQs related to clinical evaluations and substance abuse treatment providers can be found on their website. Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

16. When is a clinical evaluation required for purposes of reinstating my Georgia driver’s license or driving privileges?

Documented proof of having completed a state-approved clinical evaluation is required of all persons that wish to reinstate a suspension of their Georgia driver’s license or driving privileges resulting from two or more convictions of driving under the influence within the past ten (10) years. Laws and regulations related to clinical evaluations and substance abuse treatment providers may be found on the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities website.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

Cassandra Griffith
Cassandra Griffith
19:32 19 Sep 23
Candice was an amazing instructor! The course was informative but not dry. She kept us all engaged and laughing. Highly recommend!
Slixk G
Slixk G
12:46 19 Sep 23
Enjoyed Mrs franks as my instructor, made the process alot comfortable and smooth with her professionalism.
maria carpio
maria carpio
02:00 16 Sep 23
I HAD THE MOST WONDERFUL TEACHER IN THIS CLASS. MS. TARVER WAS A GREAT INSTRUCTOR, VERY CLEAR AND SUPPORTIVE. 100% RECOMMEND.
3rdEye 3rdEar
3rdEye 3rdEar
01:59 16 Sep 23
Mrs T( Tarver) was knowledgeable and provided a realistic point of view. In addition she was not judgmental. She also provided some insights that would support growth for our future. Thanks for the wonderful experience during a challenging time in our lives.
Jeana Dunn
Jeana Dunn
01:59 16 Sep 23
Jas Tarver was very thorough and knowledgeable with this course. She was very nice and treated everyone with much respect. I recommend her any day…
Dustin Afman
Dustin Afman
01:58 16 Sep 23
Mrs. Tarver did an all around great job! Highly recommend Barber’s Drain g School and her class!
Tony Jones
Tony Jones
01:58 16 Sep 23
This class was very good.. Mrs tarver did everything right and i liked her energy.. learned so much from her
James Rodgers
James Rodgers
01:57 16 Sep 23
I enjoyed class with Mrs. Tarver immensely. She was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable, and it was a pleasure to be a part of her class. Thank you!
Mandy Johnson
Mandy Johnson
01:57 16 Sep 23
Mrs. Tarver was a great instructor! She made this long, boring class more interesting and entertaining!
Antowan Thomas
Antowan Thomas
01:56 16 Sep 23
Mrs.Tarver is an absolute gem of an instructor! Really got alot out of her class and the interactions the entire class had. I’m very appreciative to have her as an instructor.
Ella Monroe
Ella Monroe
01:55 16 Sep 23
Ms Tarver from barbers driving school was very kind and inclusive and made the material very easy to comprehend.
Jennifer Wilson
Jennifer Wilson
01:55 16 Sep 23
Great class. Ms. Tarver was amazing and delivered in a way that made the class fun, but also very informative. I would highly suggest this class to others.
Tanisha Weedon
Tanisha Weedon
01:55 16 Sep 23
This course put a lot of things in a better perspective for me, the instructor was very knowledgeable and energetic. I will definitely recommend.
Kendra Bly
Kendra Bly
01:55 16 Sep 23
Great instructor ever! Thank you so much Mrs.Tarvar!
Asher Cuellar
Asher Cuellar
01:54 16 Sep 23
Mrs. Tarver is an excellent instructor.
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Georgia DDS Certified DUI School / Georgia DDS Certified Risk Reduction Program (GA DDS #0030)

Zoom and In-Person Classes Available.

Questions or Concerns:  Call (706) 561-2509 or Email BarbersDriving@gmail.com