Who is it for?
Any learner's permit holder preparing for a car licence (category B) or motorcycle (category A). The course is common to both licences. If you already hold an A or B licence, you are exempt.
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Sensibilisation Course
The mandatory 8 hours for all future drivers: learn to read the road and anticipate hazards before your practical test. At our Cornavin and Eaux-Vives branches in Geneva.
- 8h classroom course
- Learner's permit required
- FEDRO-recognized certificate
- Cornavin and Eaux-Vives
What exactly is it?
The sensibilisation course is a classroom course, mandatory to obtain a driving licence. At SDS, it takes place in groups of 12 people maximum, at our Cornavin and Eaux-Vives branches in Geneva.
Why is it mandatory?
The 8 hours of sensibilisation are required to take the practical test. The certificate issued at the end of the course is recognized by FEDRO and valid throughout Switzerland.
When to take it?
As soon as you have your learner's permit, ideally at the start of your training: what you learn makes your driving lessons more effective from the very first hours.
Your place in the licence journey
- 1 First aid
- 2 Learner's permit application
- 3 Theory course
- 4 Theory test
- 5 Sensibilisation + driving lessons You are here
- 6 Examen pratique
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What you will learn
Here, no rote learning: we teach you to read the road. Here are the 6 main themes of the course, in plain language.
Vision in traffic
What you see and what you don't: field of vision, blind spots, and how speed narrows your gaze.
Scanning techniques
Where to look, in what order, at what distance: the visual scanning that spots danger early.
Road partners
Pedestrians, cyclists, heavy vehicles, motorcyclists: understanding their behavior to anticipate their reactions.
Anticipating hazards
Recognizing risky situations before they escalate, and maintaining a safety margin in all circumstances.
Eco-driving
Smooth and economical driving: less fuel, less wear, and more safety for everyone.
New technologies
Driver aids, braking assistants, electric vehicles: what's changing behind the wheel today.
Group course of 12 people maximum: situations are discussed as a group, everyone participates.
Next sessions in Geneva
Choose the date and branch that suits you. Online booking, secure payment (card, Twint, PostFinance) and instant email confirmation.
The course that changes your driving lessons
The sensibilisation course isn't just a box to tick: taken early, it transforms the way you learn to drive.
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Before the course
You know the rules
You've passed your theory test: you know the rules. But between knowing and reacting at the right moment in traffic, there's a gap.
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During the 8h
You learn to anticipate
Vision, scanning techniques, behavior of other road users: you learn to spot danger before it happens, based on real situations analyzed as a group.
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In driving lessons
You apply directly
Taken early in your training, the course makes your lessons more effective: you anticipate instead of reacting, and your instructor can go further, faster.
- Group course of 12 people maximum
- Weekday, evening, or weekend sessions
- Certificate issued at the end of the 8h
Practical info
The price
180 CHF
140CHF
Full 8h course, certificate included. Also included in our car and motorcycle packages, better value than individually.
Where does it take place?
At the Cornavin branch (Rue Vallin 10, 1201 Geneva) or Eaux-Vives (Route de Chêne 5, 1207 Geneva). You choose the location when booking your session.
What to bring
Bring your learner's permit: it's the requirement to participate. For the rest, nothing to bring, course materials are provided.
Validity and recognition
The certificate is recognized by FEDRO and all Swiss vehicle registration offices: OCV in Geneva, SAN in other cantons.
Save with a pack
The sensibilisation course is included in several of our packages. By combining your classroom courses, you save with a package.
Success Duo +
First aid (10h)
Save 102 CHF 178CHF280
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This package includes
- First aid (10h)
- Sensibilisation (8h)
- CHF 20 off your first 90-minute driving lesson
- Save CHF 110, valid 18 months
Success +
Sensibilisation course
Save 40 CHF 480CHF520
See details
This package includes
- Sensibilisation course
- 4 driving lessons
- Package valid 18 months
Success Full 4
First aid
Save 120 CHF 760CHF880
See details
This package includes
- First aid
- theory
- sensibilisation
- 4 driving lessons
- Valid 18 months
Frequently asked questions · Sensibilisation Course
Is the sensibilisation course mandatory?
Yes, the 8 hours of sensibilisation are mandatory for all future drivers (categories A and B). The certificate is required to take the practical test. If you already hold an A or B licence, you are exempt.
Do I need a learner's permit to register?
Yes, a learner's permit is mandatory to participate in the course. You obtain it after passing your theory test at the OCV. Remember to have it with you on the day of the course.
When to take it in my journey?
As early as possible after obtaining your learner's permit, ideally alongside your first driving lessons: the scanning and anticipation techniques covered in the course apply directly behind the wheel.
Is there an exam at the end?
No. Your presence for the full 8 hours and your participation are enough. The certificate is given to you at the end of the course.
What happens if I can no longer attend?
You can reschedule your session for free up to 72 working hours before the start of the course, by phone. After this deadline, the session is due. The course must be completed in full to obtain the certificate.
Is the course the same for car and motorcycle?
Yes, the sensibilisation course is common to categories A (motorcycle) and B (car). If you're getting both licences, you only take the course once.
Ready to move to practice?
Book your sensibilisation session online in 2 minutes, or contact our team in Geneva with any questions.