If you want to train as a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor there are some conditions that you will need to meet first:
You must hold a full UK or European Union (EU)/European Economic Area (EEA) unrestricted car driving licence. Note: Any EU/EEA licence must either be exchanged for a GB licence or a GB counterpart. Advice on exchange of foreign licences is available from the DVLA.
You must have held it for a total of at least 4 out of the past 6 years prior to entering the Register after qualifying. Note: A foreign licence, an automatic car driving licence or a provisional licence held after passing the driving test, all count towards the 4 years.
You must not have been disqualified from driving at any time in the 4 years prior to being entered in the Register.
You must be a 'fit and proper' person, a DBS check is required.
Additionally, to accompany a learner driver you must have held a full UK or EU/EEA driving licence in the same class of vehicle for 3 years and be aged 21 or more.
To qualify as a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor you must:
Pass the 2 qualifying practical exams within two years of passing the theory and hazard perception tests.
Apply for registration within 12 months of passing the final part of the examination.
For more information regarding the qualification process please click the link below or book a free no obligation consultation.
