Would you like to be your own boss? Are you looking for a rewarding career? Train to become a driving instructor and do both.
Hoot Hoot Driving School aim to be the best in all aspects of driving tuition, and that includes training potential driving instructors. We understand that people come to driving instruction from all backgrounds and for many different reasons. That is why we tailor our training to you as an individual to make sure we get the best out of every session. There are, however some basics requirements that you must meet before you can begin.
Step 1
You don't need any formal qualifications our comprehensive training course will cover everything you'll need to qualify. But you will need to make sure that you fit the basic criteria set down by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA)*.
- Are you over 21 years of age?
- Do you enjoy meeting and working with people?
- Have you held your licence for at least 3.5 years?
- Are you free from any serious offence committed in the last 10 years?*
- Have you got less than 6 penalty points on your licence?**
- Can you read a standard car number plate from 27.5m (90ft)?
- Do you enjoy driving?
- Can you commit to learning?
If you answered ‘yes’ to all of the above questions then you are able to undertake Driving Instructor Training.
If you haven’t been able to answer ‘yes’ to every question or you’re not sure about your eligibility, don’t worry….. call us on 0845 2574422.
Step 2
Training is the next vital step in beginning your new career. To become an ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) you must qualify through examination. The exam has three parts:
- a computer-based theory test
- a practical driving ability test
- a practical instruction ability test
You must pass all three parts, in order, within a period of two years. If you don't complete them all within that time, you'll need to start again from scratch. You can take the theory test as many times as you need to, but you'll only have three attempts at each of the practical tests within those two years.
So why choose to train with Hoot Hoot Driving School?
There are many training providers out there, what makes us different? Trainee instructors come to us from many different backgrounds with different skills. Because of this they don’t all start their training on a level playing field. But by tailoring our training according to their abilities we can make sure they all finish at the same level.
- Flexible training delivered locally- we will always come to you.
- You will have a dedicated personal trainer throughout
- We focus on practical training
- Excellent value for money
- Guaranteed HOOT HOOT franchise opportunity upon qualification
How does it work?
Part 1 – Theory & Hazard Perception
We will arrange for you to meet with your personal tutor who will provide you with all the training materials you need and practice exercises to prepare you for the Part 1 exam. You will be able to then call on your tutor for support whenever you need help and advice along the way.
Part 2 –Practical Driving
Once you have passed your part 1 exam a further meeting is arranged with your tutor to make sure you know what to expect and how to progress through your part 2. Your tutor will assess your driving ability at this stage and arrange for your in-car training to commence. You will be given regular assessments building up to a full mock test before your actual test day. The number of hours used here will depend on your driving ability at the start.
Part 3 – Practical Instruction Ability
Our comprehensive open learning package of DVD’s, books, workbooks, prompt sheets and colour presenter will help you study at home and understand the level of instruction the DSA are looking for. This together with 1-2-1 in-car tuition with your tutor will make sure you receive the best preparation to see you through this tricky part of the exam.
Depending on your ability, availability and your devotion to your training the whole process can take anywhere between 6 and 24 months to complete and become a fully qualified driving instructor. Our training package allows you to train in a way that suits you and you can still keep earning in your current job while you train.
Interested?
Take the next step with a detailed look at the Hoot Hoot Instructor Training Programme
Not sure if driving instructing is for you?
Why not find out more about the training and what it’s like to work as an ADI with a 2 hour suitability assessment?
Part 1: Experience the theory and hazard perception test
Part 2: Have your driving assessed and experience the test standard (Part 2)
Part 3: Complete an in-car teaching exercise (Part 3)
Cost £50.00 (Deducted from your part one course fee if you decide to go ahead with training)
* If you have any motoring or non-motoring convictions, these will be taken into account when you're assessed for inclusion on the Register. You'll also need to have an enhanced level Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) check . If you're not sure whether a conviction you have may affect your eligibility to become a driving instructor, you can contact us for advice on 0845 2574422*
** If you have more than 5 points on your licence the Driving Standards Agency may reject your application. Please consider this from the very start.
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