2016 Collision Avoidance Training (C.A.T.) Dates

About C.A.T.

Collision Avoidance Training (C.A.T.) is a defensive driving and vehicle control program for young drivers developed by the National Traffic Safety Academy. During the one-day course adapted from law enforcement training, young drivers learn how to handle their vehicles in any situation. Designed especially for new drivers who want more specialized experience on the road, C.A.T. teaches hands-on techniques for evasive maneuvers, emergency braking, cornering, backing, skid recovery, steering, acceleration and more.

Participants must be ages 16-20, possess a valid Maryland “Class C” driver’s license (no learner’s permit) and bring a vehicle to drive during the practical exercises.  The class features two hours of classroom instruction and six hours of behind-the-wheel training. Classes are held at the James N. Robey Public Safety Training Center in Marriottsville. The cost for the training is $95. Additional program support is provided by Browning Reagle Insurance Agency.

2015 C.A.T. Classes

December 12

2016 C.A.T. Classes

March 19

April 16

May 21

June 25

July 23

August 20

September 17

October 15

November 19

December 10

For further information, please email C.A.T. Coordinator Jessica Beram at [email protected]. Please Note: There is no online registration for the C.A.T. Program.