BECOME A DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
“I’ve been training with Jacqui over a year now and have learnt a lot about how to teach and deal with different situations. Jacqui always makes sure I understand it all and she is very helpful all the time. I’m glad started my journey with Let’s Learn and Jacqui.” – Marco
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Passing your driving instructor test with the guidance of our experienced trainers will set you on the path to becoming a fully qualified DVSA-approved driving instructor in Manchester and anywhere else in the UK.
We are passionate about helping aspiring instructors build rewarding careers teaching others to drive.
To learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals, don’t hesitate to reach out to our trusted driving instructor training team.
Your training will be conducted by a DVSA ORDIT Register Approved Instructor Trainer.
How can you start a career as a driving instructor in Manchester?
To become a certified driving instructor you must meet the following requirements:
You have to be at least 21 years old
You must have held a UK manual driving licence for at least three years and have a minimum of four years’ driving experience before applying to join the ADI register.
You must not have been disqualified from driving for any disciplinary or offensive reasons within the four years prior to joining the ADI register.
You have to be physically fit and healthy.
You should have no more than 6 penalty points on your driving license
You need to complete and pass the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which needs to be renewed every 4 years.
HOW TO BECOME A DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
PART ONE – THE THEORY TEST
Once you have completed your CRB check and submitted it, you can apply to become a driving instructor.
Driver Instructor Training
Part 1 Training – Theory Test
There are no limitations on how many times you can take the theory test.
Revision and Practice
We provide online training materials through Theory Pro, along with two hours of classroom instruction. The test consists of multiple-choice questions and a hazard perception component.
The questions in the theory test are based on:
- The Highway Code
- Know Your Traffic Signs
- Driving – the Essential Skills
We will provide you with the approved driving instructors pack and handbook. You will need to study these in depth to pass the test.
PART TWO – DRIVING ABILITY TEST
To identify whether you are ready for part 2 of the instructor training, we create a bespoke training programme for you.
There are 5 parts to the approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 tests. These include:
- Eyesight Checks
- 26.5 Metres for Vehicles with New-Style Number Plates
- 27.5 Metres for Vehicles with Old-Style Number Plates
- ‘Show Me, Tell Me’ Vehicle Safety Questions
- General Driving Ability
- Manoeuvres
- Independent Driving
The test takes one hour.
Once you have passed part 2, we can apply for a trainee licence if you have had:
- At Least 40 Hours of Training from a Qualified ADI in Providing Driving Instruction (10 Hours Completed in a Car), and Recorded on the ADI 21T Declaration Form
- Are Eligible to Take the ADI Part 3 Test
PART THREE – INSTRUCTIONAL ABILITY
You will be marked on 17 areas of competence that are grouped into 3 categories:
- Lesson Planning
- Risk Management
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
You can have 3 attempts.
AFTER YOU’VE PASSED – ADI STANDARDS CHECK
The ADI Standards Check assesses your ability to teach pupils and you will need to take at least one ADI standards check during each 4-year period that you’re registered as an Advanced Driving Instructor.
You may be removed from the ADI register if you do not book or complete your standards check.
After you have booked the check you must take:
- your approved driving instructor (ADI) registration certificate
- a car that meets the requirements
- a pupil
