What’s Involved in Qualifying?
There are three ADI exams:
- Part 1 Multiple choice theory and hazard perception test
- Part 2 Practical driving ability test
- Part 3 Practical instructional ability test.
Each test needs to be completed before the next one can be taken and they must all be passed within a two year window.
How our training works.
Part 1
This part of the course takes the form of a mix of home study and classroom training where we will concentrate fully on both elements of the test. All materials used are official DSA publications and their recommendations, including the complete DSA question bank, books, DVD and computer software.
This offers a major advantage over purely distance learning courses as you will be personally and professionally guided throughout, to ensure that you get off to the best possible start.
All materials provided are yours to keep. Further support, should you need it, is only a free phone call away.
Part 2
This is a practical 1 hour test of your driving ability that covers all types of road and traffic conditions. You must be able to demonstrate a high degree of technical skill, anticipation and awareness, as well as undertaking a number of manoeuvres, and completing an eyesight test. The test may be taken at a DSA regional driving test centre.
All training will be carried out on a one to one basis in one of our training vehicles locally to you.
The amount of training required varies from person to person, and this is tailored to suit each individual. These training sessions are designed to develop your existing experience and will help you to make you a safer driver for life, not simply to pass your test.
Part 3
This is a practical test which lasts one hour. The examiner, using role play and acting the part of the pupil, will ask you to teach him/her at a practical standard.
There are 10 pre-set tests that the examiner can choose from. You will be expected to spot any mistakes, explain the reason behind them, and suggest remedial action in order to prevent recurrence. The examiner will be looking for you to be friendly, patient, knowledgeable and understanding.
As with the part 2 test, this one is also conducted at a DSA regional driving test centre. This test is by far the most involved of the three tests. You will be introduced to lesson plans, instructional techniques and the DSA recommend material that will provide invaluable throughout training with us.
This training will be initially classroom based and then carried out in one of our training vehicles, accurately recreating the test itself, so there will be no hidden surprises.
Part 3 training in particular is a very specialist skill. Rest assured that when you train with The Elementary Driving Academy, your trainer will be amongst the best available and the training itself will be tailored to suit your individual needs again on a one to one basis locally to you.
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