The Driving Instructor's Handbook

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Information on a criminal record certificate is only seen by DVSA staff who need to see it as part of the suitability assessment process. They have:

You can register as an ADI when you’ve passed all 3 qualifying tests. You must register within one year of passing the ADI part 3 test. You can sign up to the voluntary code of practice agreed by DVSA and the driving instruction industry. Develop your professional skills

The MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR DRIVING INSTRUCTOR LESSON PLANS FOR turning left and right, Open and closed junctions, Emerging left and right and Y junctions Each case is considered on an individual basis. The ADI Registrar will write to you giving you the opportunity to explain your circumstances before making a final decision. Offences where it’s unlikely you’re ‘fit and proper’ Most ADI training schools offer a mix of classroom-based teacher led learning with home-based study. If truth be told, you can buy the books yourself and study ADI part 1 at home in your spare time. The ADI Registrar has refused applications or removed an ADI from the register when they’ve had 5 or more penalty points within the last 3 years under the ‘totting up’ rules. Non-motoring offences

If DVSA decides you are suitable, you will then need to pass an assessment of your training skills with DVSA. Prepare for your assessment It’s also unlikely that you’ll be classed as a ‘fit and proper’ person if you’ve been found guilty of: The ADI Registrar makes an assessment of the risk you’re likely to pose to the public. Personal conduct It’s illegal to charge someone for driving lessons if you’re not qualified and registered, or if you do not have a trainee driving instructor licence. 2.2 Responsibilities

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The MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR DRIVING INSTRUCTOR LESSON PLANS FOR Independent driving - Signs and Sat Nav If DVSA does not think you are suitable, they will tell you why and what you need to do before you apply again You can sit in and observe your pupils’ driving tests but you cannot take any part in the test and you must follow certain rules. You must write to the ADI Registrar within 7 days if you get a caution or conviction. This includes:

These driving instructor lesson plan diagrams cover Overtaking on a single road Overtaking on a dual carriageway/motorway Joining/Leaving a dual carriageway Driving on a dual carriageway Driving on a motorway including smart motorwaysDVSA and the driving instruction industry have an agreed voluntary code of practice on professional standards and business practices. By the end of this book, you will have an excellent understanding of coaching and client-centred learning and you will be equipped with dozens of techniques to help your learner drivers become safe and responsible drivers – for LIFE. Taking the mystery out of client-centred learning and coaching, Who’s In the Driving Seat? is an invaluable resource for all trainee and qualified driving instructors, regardless of age or experience. This explains all you need for you and your pupil on dealing with Independent driving - Signs and Sat Nav The MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR DRIVING INSTRUCTOR LESSON PLANS FOR Pedestrian Crossings, Traffic lights and Filter Lights

Pass your theory test - this book is a key source material for the car and driving instructor theory tests You can take your trainer or mentor with you, but they cannot take part in the assessment. Your trainee This explains all you need for you and your pupil on dealing with turning left and right, Open and closed junctions, Emerging left and right and Y junctions This explains all you need for you and your pupil on dealing with Pedestrian Crossings, Traffic lights and Filter Lightsreceived appropriate guidance and training in the relevant legislation relating to the employment of ex-offenders, such as the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 register to have your details shown on the GOV.UK service to find driving schools, lessons and instructors Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely. Part of the DVSA theory exam also includes the Hazard Perception test. It requires you to view fourteen (14) hazard video clips on the computer screen, each approximately one (1) minute each. The clips feature everyday road scenes and contain at least one developing hazard, but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards. A developing hazard is something that may result in you having to take some action, such as changing speed or direction and what you need to do is identify these as early as possible to get as high a score as possible (max 5 points per clip). DVSA encourages you to join ADI associations and organisations so your interests are properly represented in talks. Each organisation has its own terms and conditions.