Traffic education course

Attend the mandatory traffic education course as early as possible.

The traffic education course is a mandatory part of your training. It should be attended after passing the theory exam. As driving instructors, we recommend completing the traffic education course at the beginning of your driving training, ideally before your first driving lessons. Through its practical approach, you will be taught many fundamental skills that will prepare you optimally for driving lessons.

Structure of the Traffic Education Course in the Driving School:

The course consists of 4x2 lessons covering the following topics. In the traffic education course, the sense of traffic and hazard perception are trained together in a group. In addition, there are useful tips for vehicle maintenance and behavior in case of accidents.

Course Content:

Part 1 focusing on Traffic Observation:

We start with traffic safety teaching and the functioning of the human sense organs. Learn to assess situations in traffic correctly and recognize dangers in advance.

Control loop / danger fork
Sensory organs
Optical illusion
Gaze guidance
Stimuli & reactions

Part 2 focusing on Traffic Environment:

Learn more about other road users and how to assess their behavior and react correctly in case of misconduct.

3-A Training
Partner knowledge
Special traffic partners / roads
Tunnel
Day knowledge

Part 3 focusing on Traffic Dynamics:

Vehicle safety, vehicle physics, and anticipatory driving are the contents of this lesson.

Traffic movement teaching
Resistances and forces
Kinetic energy
Traffic and operational safety

Part 4 focusing on Traffic Tactics:

Learn the theory of eco-friendly driving and find out what reduces your driving ability.

ECO-Drive
Safe driving
Consequences of accidents

Price

CHF 250.-

Important

Attendance at the course is only possible with a valid learner's permit (white permit). The yellow (provisional) permit is not valid. The valid permit must be brought with you on the 1st day of the course. Otherwise, you don't need to bring anything. Paper, pens, and course materials are available in the theory room. Please arrive on time for the start of the course.
The course is only conducted with a minimum of 5 participants.
Languages: German

Frequently asked questions about traffic educations course

Who are traffic education courses mandatory for?

For all driving students who want to take the practical exam in categories A, A1, B, and B1. If you already have a license for categories A, A1, and B1, you do not need to attend traffic education classes for the other category.

Where can I find the current dates?

You can always find them here on this page. Due to the different course locations, you will surely find suitable dates. In addition, depending on the location, we offer you the opportunity to attend classes on two Saturday mornings with double lessons. You can book directly on the website online.

Where does the class take place?

In our centrally located theory rooms in Altendorf, Pfäffikon and Wädenswil. All locations can be reached from the train station in just a few minutes.

Who conducts the course?

Experienced driving instructors from Freshup Driving School.

Verkehrskundeunterricht in Wädenswil Kursnr. 1874

Apr 18, 2026
08:00 - 10:00

Apr 18, 2026
10:00 - 12:00

Apr 25, 2026
08:00 - 10:00

Apr 25, 2026
10:00 - 12:00

Oberdorfstrasse 16, 8820 Wädenswil
Spare Places: 7 of 12

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Verkehrskundeunterricht in Altendorf Kursnr. 1875

May 22, 2026
17:00 - 19:00

May 22, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

May 23, 2026
08:00 - 10:00

May 23, 2026
10:00 - 12:00

Bahnhofstrasse 1, 8852 Altendorf
Spare Places: 6 of 12

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Verkehrskundeunterricht in Pfäffikon Kursnr. 1876

Jun 15, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

Jun 16, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

Jun 17, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

Jun 18, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

Berufsbildungszentrum Pfäffikon, Schützenstrasse 15, 8808 Pfäffikon
Spare Places: 12 of 12

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Verkehrskundeunterricht in Wädenswil Kursnr. 1877

Jun 26, 2026
17:00 - 19:00

Jun 26, 2026
19:00 - 21:00

Jun 27, 2026
08:00 - 10:00

Jun 27, 2026
10:00 - 12:00

Oberdorfstrasse 16, 8820 Wädenswil
Spare Places: 10 of 12

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