Instructor Training

There are plenty of driving instructor training providers around but not all are of the same standard – so get the facts – you are investing in your future.

 

Fact 1:

YOU NEED TO BE CAREFUL!  You are investing in a career change so make sure you choose your training provider very carefully.

 

Fact 2:

According to DSA national figures, only 26% of trainee instructors successfully complete the course

 

Fact 3:

At Quicksilver we currently have a 100% success rate for trainee instructors!

So....why choose Quicksilver?

Quicksilver are ORDIT Registered- not all trainers are.
ORDIT is the DSA’s Official Register of Driving Instructor Training. The purpose of the ORDIT Register is to ensure that high standards of both Instructor Training and general business practices are maintained to the DSA’s requirements.

But it doesn’t stop there. At our latest DSA inspection Quciksilver achieved the highest possible ORDIT rating – Grade 6, so your training is guaranteed to be of the highest quality. Indeed, several of our trainees have come to us from larger organisations in order to successfully complete their training.

Small, Personal and Local

At Quicksilver we do things properly. We are a small, established driving school covering the north west. You are guaranteed the personal attention of the same top grade Instructor Trainer throughout your course and will receive your training when you want it. You will not be just another “number” in a big organisation.

Training is flexible to suit your current work commitments – you can take your time or “fast track” to suit your circumstances.

Whenever you talk to us, you are talking to senior management and therefore get results fast. In addition because we’re local to the north west we know how to help you succeed as an instructor in your local area using our experience within the industry.

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The Course

To register with the DSA as a potential driving instructor you must fulfil certain requirements including a Criminal Record check. We will be happy to discuss these with you. To qualify as an instructor you will need to pass the three  part DSA test.

 

Theory and Hazard Perception

Consists of an initial classroom session followed by home study and regular input from your personal trainer.

You are allowed as many attempts as necessary to pass the Part 1 test.

 

Practical Driving

Conducted in-car and will enable you to drive on all types of roads to a very high standard.

 

Ability to teach

The most intensive and involved part of the course and arguably the most enjoyable. You will be tested on your attitude and approach to the pupil, and your skills in identifying, analysing and correcting faults made by the person you are teaching.

 

There are a number of skills involved in achieving this including question and answer techniques, planning, communication skills, feedback and encouragement and control of the lesson.

 

You will be trained to deliver high quality driving lessons and to be able to role play these with your examiner on the part 3 test.

 

 

Course Fees

Our current fees which include all training manuals and materials (excluding test fees) for the three part course are as follows:

 

£300

 

£600

 

£1600

You will only be allowed three attempts at parts 2 and 3 of the test – and with this in mind we only ask for payment at the start of each part of the course – you won’t need to pay the whole amount up front... another good reason for choosing Quicksilver!

 

There are no hidden clauses, tie-ins or additional fees no matter how many hours of training you need, unlike some training organisations who are reluctant to provide any more than the minimum hours required by the DSA.

Trainee License -
Full ADI Qualification

On completion of a minimum of 40 hours training at part three, the DSA may grant you a trainee license which lasts for 6 months and enables you to gain experience in teaching real pupils (and also to charge for lessons).

 

Once you have received the required amount of training Quicksilver will offer you, where appropriate, a position as a trainee instructor or as a fully qualified ADI. This can be on a part time or full time basis according to your circumstances.

Ongoing Development

Once qualified your training continues…..Quicksilver offer comprehensive training for all A.D.I’s (from any driving school) to enable them to pass periodic Check Tests carried out by the DSA . We also have in place an ongoing  C.P.D.(Continued Professional Development) programme.

So, training doesn’t come better – call us today for an informal chat, an information pack or to arrange to meet us.

 

IT’S YOUR FUTURE – SO GET THE FACTS

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0800 389 9959