FAQ's

We are often ask various questions about ADI training. Here is a selection.

What skills do I need to be an Approved Driving Instructor? (ADI)?

How long will it take for me to qualify?

When can I start the course?

Do I have to share my training with others on Part 2 and 3?

Will I be able to continue to work in my current employment while studying for the tests?

Do you offer a franchise scheme after I've passed Part 2, so I can teach learner drivers?

Do I have to pay for all the fees in one go, or can I pay for each part separately?

Do you offer any finance schemes?

Do you require any deposit to be paid in advance?

What happens if I've paid for the training, and then decide to cancel it?

Are you ORDIT registered?

I'm registered disabled, will that affect my chances of passing the qualifying exams?

	What skills do I need to be an Approved Driving Instructor? (ADI)?
	An ADI should possess the following qualities: Patience - with some student drivers you will have to keep going 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. Creativity - sometimes you have to be creative to put a point across.
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	How long will it take for me to qualify?
	Well, that depends on a couple of things. How dedicated you are with your training. The more effort you put in, the better your chances of passing the tests; The availability of the tests as far as the DSA are concerned. It is possible to pass all three tests in around 3 months, whereas it can take someone else over a year
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	When can I start the course?
	As soon as you are ready.
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	Do I have to share my training with others on Part 2 and 3?
	No. All your training will be on a one-to one basis - unlike other training schools. We believe in giving you complete in-car practice, so you get the full-time you've booked. Not some of the time sitting in the back.
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	Will I be able to continue to work in my current employment while studying for the tests?
	Yes. We can arrange for your training to fit in with your current arrangements.
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	Do you offer a franchise scheme after I've passed Part 2, so I can teach learner drivers?
	Unfortunately not at this time. However we will try to allocate a driving school on your behalf
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	Do I have to pay for all the fees in one go, or can I pay for each part separately?
	You can pay for each part separately if you wish, so you can ‘pay as you go'. Equally, you can pay for the entire course in one lump sum. You can pay either by cash or cheque.
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	Do you offer any finance schemes?
	Yes, you may qualify for a Career Development Loan (CDL). The Directgov website will give you more information. The CDL will allow you to borrow up to 80% towards the cost of your course. You don't start paying it off until you've completed he course.
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	Do you require any deposit to be paid in advance?
	Yes. We require a deposit of £100 at least two weeks before a course starts.
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	What happens if I've paid for the training, and then decide to cancel it?
	Unless it's something very exceptional, you will be charged pro-rata at the daily rate per day for the practical sessions. This will be taken from any training fees you would have paid prior to the session.
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	Are you ORDIT registered?
	No. We believe you don't need to be registered with ORDIT to provide quality and effective training. However, we will review this in future.
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	Im registered disabled, will that affect my chances of passing the qualifying exams?
	Not necessarily so. It depends on the severity. Obviously, if you are blind or deaf or without a limb, then that would pose huge problems for you. Please contact us for any other type of disability.
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If you have any other questions, please contact us.