Frequently Asked Questions
Why become a driving instructor?
Q What qualifications do I need to become a driving instructor?
To become a driving instructor you must:
Driving instructors come from all walks of life: Lorry drivers, bus drivers, ex service personnel, ex police, teachers, factory workers, office workers, secretaries,
housewives, banking, retail , salesmen, tradesmen, and many others.
The main criteria to become a driving instructor are that you should enjoy driving and want to help others in learning to drive and developing their driving skills
further. Also, you will enjoy meeting people and have an interest in people and can communicate well. Finally you will need lots of patience and a good sense
of humour!
Ask yourself these questions
Q What skills do I need to become an Approved Driving Instructor?
An ADI should possess the following qualities:
Q How long will it take to pass all the tests?
That depends on a couple of things.
most, it usually takes 6months to one year to pass.
Q When can I start the course?
As soon as you have had your CRB check and you are ready.
Q Can I work around my training?
Yes. Usually your training will fit in with your current arrangements.
Q How much can I earn?
We've all seen those adverts. "EARN £30,000.00 PLUS COMPANY CAR" Now whilst it is possible, I would suggest a figure of between £12000 to £24,000 to
be more realistic. This would be based on a 20 to 30 hour week which would give you a family and social life. If you're looking to get rich quick it's probably not
going to happen in driver training. The truth is it will take time to build up your business and a good reputation.
Obviously the amount you earn depends on where you live and how much work you do. You could consider gaining more qualifications after you qualify such
as becoming fleet registered or gaining specialist qualifications and hopefully along with a high check test grade you can earn more. You could consider
working abroad such as in the Middle East where if you have the right skills, can pay around £800.00 plus per week. You may find an area of training that you
wish to specialise in such as advanced driving, minibus training, teaching disabled people, 4 X 4 driving. The list is endless.
Q There are a lot of driving schools out there. Is there enough work for everyone?
You have to earn the respect of the customers but once you build up a good reputation for being a good instructor then you will begin to get the
recommendations. There may appear to be a surplus of driving instructors out there but in reality there is a shortage of good instructors. Aim to be the best!
Q What are the benefits of becoming a driving instructor?
The main benefits of being a driving instructor is that you will be self employed and you can work when you want and that you will gain a lot of job satisfaction
knowing that you are passing on your knowledge and watching your pupils progress. Also driving instruction can be a good well paid part time job that you
can work around family or other commitments which can be good if you have a young family.
What other options are there available after qualifying?
Once you have qualified, you can take different routes in your career. Here are some ideas:
What is ORDIT?
ORDIT stands for the Official Register of Driving Instructor Training. At present it is not compulsory for an instructor training organisation to belong to ORDIT
as it is a voluntary register that is administered by the DSA (Driving Standards Agency)
Just because an organisation is not ORDIT registered, this does not mean to say that they are no good. At the same time, there are some organisations on
ORDIT who do not provide a good service. We are planning to apply for an ORDIT inspection.
For further information please click here
Why become a driving instructor?
- Every year over a million people want to learn to drive
- Driving instruction is a career that you can build around your family or other commitments
- Enjoy a worthwhile job where you can really help
Q What qualifications do I need to become a driving instructor?
To become a driving instructor you must:
- Hold a full UK unrestricted car driving licence. EU or EEA driving licences must be exchanged for a GB licence.
- To have held the licence for the last four years out of six prior to entering the register after qualifying.
- Prior to being entered onto the register, to have not been disqualified from driving at any time during the past four years.
- You need to be a "fit and proper person". All spent and unspent convictions, motoring and non motoring will be taken into account
- (Applicants will be required to have an enhanced level CRB check. The information from this check will be used to assess the suitability of persons)
- You will have to pass two qualifying practical tests within two years of passing the theory and hazard perception tests (Part 1)
- You have to apply for registration within 12 months of passing the final part of the qualifying examination (Part 3)
Driving instructors come from all walks of life: Lorry drivers, bus drivers, ex service personnel, ex police, teachers, factory workers, office workers, secretaries,
housewives, banking, retail , salesmen, tradesmen, and many others.
The main criteria to become a driving instructor are that you should enjoy driving and want to help others in learning to drive and developing their driving skills
further. Also, you will enjoy meeting people and have an interest in people and can communicate well. Finally you will need lots of patience and a good sense
of humour!
Ask yourself these questions
- Do you enjoy driving?
- Are you bored with your present job?
- Do you want to enjoy the benefits of being your own boss?
- Do you enjoy meeting people?
- Do you enjoy helping people?
- Do you want a career that you can build around other commitments?
- Do you want a recession proof job with a secure future?
- Are you 21 or over?
- Have you held a full UK or EU driving licence for a minimum of 4 years? (with no more than 5 penalty points)
- Are you free from any spent convictions?
Q What skills do I need to become an Approved Driving Instructor?
An ADI should possess the following qualities:
- Patience - with some student drivers you may have to go over the same things many times
- Understanding - you must be able to understand the student needs and feelings
- Good communication skills
- Inter-personnel skills - you must be able to deal with the public in an non-aggressive manner.
- Ability to keep calm
- Enthusiasm- Be able to motivate others
- A good sense of humour also helps!
Q How long will it take to pass all the tests?
That depends on a couple of things.
- How much time and effort you put in.
- Availability of test dates
most, it usually takes 6months to one year to pass.
Q When can I start the course?
As soon as you have had your CRB check and you are ready.
Q Can I work around my training?
Yes. Usually your training will fit in with your current arrangements.
Q How much can I earn?
We've all seen those adverts. "EARN £30,000.00 PLUS COMPANY CAR" Now whilst it is possible, I would suggest a figure of between £12000 to £24,000 to
be more realistic. This would be based on a 20 to 30 hour week which would give you a family and social life. If you're looking to get rich quick it's probably not
going to happen in driver training. The truth is it will take time to build up your business and a good reputation.
Obviously the amount you earn depends on where you live and how much work you do. You could consider gaining more qualifications after you qualify such
as becoming fleet registered or gaining specialist qualifications and hopefully along with a high check test grade you can earn more. You could consider
working abroad such as in the Middle East where if you have the right skills, can pay around £800.00 plus per week. You may find an area of training that you
wish to specialise in such as advanced driving, minibus training, teaching disabled people, 4 X 4 driving. The list is endless.
Q There are a lot of driving schools out there. Is there enough work for everyone?
You have to earn the respect of the customers but once you build up a good reputation for being a good instructor then you will begin to get the
recommendations. There may appear to be a surplus of driving instructors out there but in reality there is a shortage of good instructors. Aim to be the best!
Q What are the benefits of becoming a driving instructor?
The main benefits of being a driving instructor is that you will be self employed and you can work when you want and that you will gain a lot of job satisfaction
knowing that you are passing on your knowledge and watching your pupils progress. Also driving instruction can be a good well paid part time job that you
can work around family or other commitments which can be good if you have a young family.
What other options are there available after qualifying?
Once you have qualified, you can take different routes in your career. Here are some ideas:
- You could start your own driving school
- You may want to take a franchise with a driving school (We can help you find a school)
- Fleet training (Defensive driving courses for company vehicle users)
- Instructing on National Driver Improvement Schemes
- Other options could be specialising in teaching people with disabilities or special needs
- You may wish to apply for a salaried position as a civilian Police instructor
What is ORDIT?
ORDIT stands for the Official Register of Driving Instructor Training. At present it is not compulsory for an instructor training organisation to belong to ORDIT
as it is a voluntary register that is administered by the DSA (Driving Standards Agency)
Just because an organisation is not ORDIT registered, this does not mean to say that they are no good. At the same time, there are some organisations on
ORDIT who do not provide a good service. We are planning to apply for an ORDIT inspection.
For further information please click here
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