How to become a driving instructor

How to become a driving instructor: 3 simple steps

There are 3 simple steps between you and becoming a driving instructor. You’ll need to meet these requirements for becoming a driving instructor before you’ll be allowed to get behind the wheel and teach people.

1. Apply with DVSA & Pre-checks

Eligibility

• Over the age of 21?
• Less than 6 points on your licence?
• Held a full UK driving licence for 3+ years?

If the answer to these 3 questions is “Yes” – you’re eligible!

Next step? Get a DBS check – (costs just £6) & apply to become a driving instructor – quick online application
The Team at Bill Plant Driving School will provide you full guidance on your application to become a driving instructor

2. Get Trained with Bill Plant Driving School

Driving Instructor Training courses are available from just £995 with a range of choices available to suit your requirements. Did you know that the UK is experiencing unprecedented demand for driving instructors and you can earn money while completing your training with us?

For all course options, you’ll have the option to take on a Trainee (PDI) Licence, where you’ll be able to earn £1,100+ in weekly driving lesson revenue and get 20 hours of additional FREE Driving Instructor Training. Additionally, by joining us upon qualifying, you’ll receive all your training fees back as franchise credit!

There couldn’t be a better time to train with Bill Plant Driving School, voted the UK’s National Driving School of the Year for 2019-2020! As one of the UK’s largest ORDIT (Official Register of Driving Instructor Training) registered training establishments, we’ve trained thousands of driving instructors since our inception, the next one could be you!

3. Pass the 3 Part Curriculum

Becoming a Driving Instructor simply requires you to pass 3 core assessments. All our courses will help you prepare for every part of the process to successfully qualify!

• The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 1 test is comprised of a Theory and Hazard perception test. This assessment includes a multiple-choice section made up of questions on topics such as traffic signs and signals, road procedure and mechanical knowledge, alongside a hazard perception test to finish with just like when you yourself learnt to drive!
• The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 2 test is made up of a basic eyesight check, several ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions to check your understanding and finally an assessment of your overall driving ability (which includes both driving independently and testing your ability to undertake specific manoeuvres).
• The Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) Part 3 test involves delivering a real driving lesson to a pupil, under the supervision of a driving examiner. This Instructional Ability Test assesses your competency in terms of lesson planning, risk management and both teaching and learning strategies. To help prepare you for this, once you have completed your Part 3 training, Bill Plant Driving School can sponsor you on a trainee licence, ensuring you gain the vital practical experience you need to ace your final exam, all while earning an income alongside some additional free training!