The first thing that you need to do is apply for a new DBS even if you already have one this is done via
https://www.gov.uk/criminal-record-check-become-driving-instructor?step-by-step-nav=80bd32e4-9708-4214-bc0f-50358223bb09
this only costs £8.22 via the gov.uk site once you have received this back and have your reference number you can apply to DVSA to become a driving instructor. Once this is approved its time to start your driving instructor training.
The Training
The training to become a driving instructor is split into 3 parts.
Part 1 - The theory test
The theory test is split into 2 parts.
1. 100 multiple choice questions in which you need to answer 85 correctly to pass.
2. Hazard perception you will be shown 14 clips from a driver perspective. There will be one developing hazard you must identify the sooner you do the higher the score each hazard is worth 5 points. But one clip has 2 hazards and is worth points. You must score 57 out of 75.
For this you will have access to online learning to revise for and support from us throughout your training
Part 2 Driving ability test
After passing the part one you will move on to the part 2, this is essentially doing your driving test again this test you will
- Demonstrate expert car handling and understanding of correct procedure and taking into consideration other road users.
- Drive on a variety of roads and conditions including motorway where possible.
- To pass the test you are only allowed 6 faults.
- The test lasts approx. 1 hour.
You will receive 8 hours of in car training to support you in this.
Part 3 the instructional ability test
Before taking this test you will undertake 40 hours training to learn how to impart the knowledge to the student. This will be completed over the course of a number of weeks and can be split into 4-8 hour sessions. After completing this you will have the option to apply to become a potential driving instructor (PDI) on a trainee licence. (When doing this you have to take an additional 20 hours training) This allows you to get out into the world, teach real pupils, and practice what you have learnt prior to taking the part 3 test.
The part 3 test take the form of you delivering a lesson to a real pupil whilst being assessed by an examiner. Once this is passed you apply for you ADI badge and then you are all set
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