DRIVING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Jones's Driving Academy offer Instructor Training in house with a franchise opportunity once qualified.
Payment options available.
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To become an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) you will need to pass three tests set by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Because there are three parts to becoming an ADI, it will take a few months to fully qualify as an Approved Driving Instructor but we will do our best to get you through as quickly as possible.
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Driving Instructors can work part time or full time earning up to £52 per hour.
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Training Costs
Train with our in house team from £2050 saving £750 if paid upfront. Pay as you Go training at £2800.
Our dedicated team will assist you with all the admin and the qualification process. it doesn't end there, our team will also assist with the ordering of your tuition vehicle, setting up your diary and much more.
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Becoming a qualified driving instructor
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To prepare for your assessments and become a qualified driving instructor, you’ll be expected to undertake additional training and education in three areas: theory, driving, and teaching.
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Theory (PART 1)
To become a qualified driving instructor, you’ll have to demonstrate that you understand and can apply the rules of the road. Brushing up on the Highway Code is a great idea, and you’ll also need to revise the meanings of all traffic signs. You’ll also need a confident, in-depth understanding of the theory behind driving safely – for example, how to approach driving in different weather conditions. -
Driving (PART 2)
It goes without saying, you’ll also need practical driving skills. Driver instructor training courses are available to help you strengthen your abilities and perfect your manoeuvres. -
Teaching (PART 3)
You don’t just have to prove that you can drive to a high standard both in theory and in practice. Teaching skills are also required. Many people can drive very well, but that doesn’t mean they’re well equipped to teach. Teaching necessitates a certain personality type and knowledge of instructional techniques. Your students will each have their own learning style, and it’s your job to identify and cater to that style. A big part of being a successful driving instructor is planning effective lessons. A good driver instructor course will cover this. It will help you learn to be a driving instructor.
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Who can become a driving instructor?
To become a driving instructor you must be at least 21 years old and held your license for three years.
Successful driving instructors need to have a specific set of skills as well as a certain type of personality. Naturally, you should be a confident and competent driver with a firm grasp of the rules of the road if you want to become a driving instructor. You’ll also need the following skills and attributes:
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Patience
You should also be a patient person who can make other people feel comfortable and confident as they learn to drive. -
Communication skills
Strong communication skills are very important in this profession. You’ll be expected to explain how to drive in an accessible, easy-to-understand way, and you’ll have to provide your clients with the constructive feedback they need to improve. -
Time management skills
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Trust
Clients will expect high levels of customer service and commitment from you. To attract and maintain clients, you’ll need to be able to build relationships with diverse people and earn their trust.
In this way, personal qualities are just as important as qualifications when it comes to being a successful driving instructor. In addition to these traits, you’ll also need to undertake formal training, obtain qualifications, and meet legal requirements.
A driving instructor is a job with a lot of responsibility, which is why it’s strictly regulated.
