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Pass Plus
The Pass Plus scheme is aimed at new drivers to help them become better drivers. To join Pass Plus you need to find an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to train you. Your ADI will help you complete the six training modules to pass the training course.
About Pass Plus
Pass Plus is an established training course aimed at new drivers. It was designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry.
Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an accident in the first two years after passing their test, due to lack of driving experience.
Pass Plus builds on your skills and knowledge. It will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, to help you become a more confident driver.
Who can do Pass Plus training
You can take a Pass Plus course at any time, but it’s mainly aimed at new drivers in the first year after passing their test.
Pass Plus modules
Pass Plus consists of six modules about driving in different conditions:
•in town
•in all weathers
•on rural roads
•at night
•on dual carriageways
•on motorways
Pass Plus modulesThe cost of a Pass Plus course
Your Pass Plus course fees will vary depending on where you live, the instructor or driving school you choose, and how long your training takes. The course takes at least six hours.
All local authorities in Wales, and some local authorities in England and Scotland, can offer you help with Pass Plus course fees.
Pass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesApplying for Pass Plus and choosing an instructor
To join Pass Plus, you need to choose an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to train you. The ADI must be registered with the DSA as a Pass Plus instructor, and they must also have their ADI 'green badge'.
When you are deciding on a suitable ADI, first check whether your local authority supports Pass Plus.
If it does support Pass Plus, it will usually help you with course costs if you choose a Pass Plus ADI from your local authority's list.
If it doesn't support Pass Plus, then you need to choose a Pass Plus instructor by asking the ADI who taught you to drive. You could also ask a local driving school, or by checking local commercial publications, local newspaper adverts and websites. The DSA does not provide lists of instructors.
You can check whether an ADI is a registered Pass Plus instructor by telephoning the DSA Pass Plus Section on 0115 936 6504. The DSA will need the instructor's name and ADI number to check for you.
Pass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesHow you'll be instructed
Pass Plus Pupil's Guide
At the start of your course, your instructor will give you a copy of the 'Pass Plus Pupil's Guide'. This contains detailed information about all aspects of Pass Plus.
Duration
Pass Plus training will take at least six hours, though it can take longer if your instructor thinks it's necessary.
The training sessions
Pass Plus is a practical course and all modules should be practical sessions. However, local conditions and time of year may mean that some modules need to be given as a theory session. A theory session could be given if there is no motorway nearby. Generally at least five and a half out of six hours should be spent in the car.
Driving Lessons
You will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually assessed during the modules.
Recording progress
Your instructor will complete a training report form that you’ll sign and date when you reach the required standard in each module. To pass the course you'll need to reach a satisfactory standard in all the course modules. You’ll be given a progress record to help you to keep track of your progress throughout the course.
At the end of your training
On successfully completing your training you'll be sent your Pass Plus certificate to claim your discount on your car insurance policy. You should also consider working towards your Advanced Driving Test. Passing this test would take your driving skills to a higher level, and provide you with further financial benefits.
Claiming a car insurance discount after completing Pass PlusAbout advanced driving and ridingEnquiries about Pass Plus
If you have questions about Pass Plus you are welcome to contact the DSA Pass Plus section by telephone on 0115 936 6504, or by sending them an email to:
passplus@dsa.gsi.gov.uk
Provided by the Driving Standards Agency
In this section...
Pass Plus modulesPass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesAbout advanced driving and ridingClaiming a car insurance discount after completing Pass Plus
About Pass Plus
Pass Plus is an established training course aimed at new drivers. It was designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry.
Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an accident in the first two years after passing their test, due to lack of driving experience.
Pass Plus builds on your skills and knowledge. It will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, to help you become a more confident driver.
Who can do Pass Plus training
You can take a Pass Plus course at any time, but it’s mainly aimed at new drivers in the first year after passing their test.
Pass Plus modules
Pass Plus consists of six modules about driving in different conditions:
•in town
•in all weathers
•on rural roads
•at night
•on dual carriageways
•on motorways
Pass Plus modulesThe cost of a Pass Plus course
Your Pass Plus course fees will vary depending on where you live, the instructor or driving school you choose, and how long your training takes. The course takes at least six hours.
All local authorities in Wales, and some local authorities in England and Scotland, can offer you help with Pass Plus course fees.
Pass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesApplying for Pass Plus and choosing an instructor
To join Pass Plus, you need to choose an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to train you. The ADI must be registered with the DSA as a Pass Plus instructor, and they must also have their ADI 'green badge'.
When you are deciding on a suitable ADI, first check whether your local authority supports Pass Plus.
If it does support Pass Plus, it will usually help you with course costs if you choose a Pass Plus ADI from your local authority's list.
If it doesn't support Pass Plus, then you need to choose a Pass Plus instructor by asking the ADI who taught you to drive. You could also ask a local driving school, or by checking local commercial publications, local newspaper adverts and websites. The DSA does not provide lists of instructors.
You can check whether an ADI is a registered Pass Plus instructor by telephoning the DSA Pass Plus Section on 0115 936 6504. The DSA will need the instructor's name and ADI number to check for you.
Pass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesHow you'll be instructed
Pass Plus Pupil's Guide
At the start of your course, your instructor will give you a copy of the 'Pass Plus Pupil's Guide'. This contains detailed information about all aspects of Pass Plus.
Duration
Pass Plus training will take at least six hours, though it can take longer if your instructor thinks it's necessary.
The training sessions
Pass Plus is a practical course and all modules should be practical sessions. However, local conditions and time of year may mean that some modules need to be given as a theory session. A theory session could be given if there is no motorway nearby. Generally at least five and a half out of six hours should be spent in the car.
Driving Lessons
You will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually assessed during the modules.
Recording progress
Your instructor will complete a training report form that you’ll sign and date when you reach the required standard in each module. To pass the course you'll need to reach a satisfactory standard in all the course modules. You’ll be given a progress record to help you to keep track of your progress throughout the course.
At the end of your training
On successfully completing your training you'll be sent your Pass Plus certificate to claim your discount on your car insurance policy. You should also consider working towards your Advanced Driving Test. Passing this test would take your driving skills to a higher level, and provide you with further financial benefits.
Claiming a car insurance discount after completing Pass PlusAbout advanced driving and ridingEnquiries about Pass Plus
If you have questions about Pass Plus you are welcome to contact the DSA Pass Plus section by telephone on 0115 936 6504, or by sending them an email to:
passplus@dsa.gsi.gov.uk
Provided by the Driving Standards Agency
In this section...
Pass Plus modulesPass Plus course fee assistance from local authoritiesAbout advanced driving and ridingClaiming a car insurance discount after completing Pass Plus
Sunday, 28 March 2010
Learning To Drive:
Learning to drive can be very difficult. The first thing you need to do is select the right driving school or instructor for you. There are two types of driving instructor, those with pink licences and those with green licences. In the following article I will explain the difference between these two licences.
Trainee Instructors:
When a driving instructor displays a pink, triangular badge in the windscreen of his or her car it means that he is a Provisional Driving Instructor or PDI. When qualifying to become a driving instructor, three tests must be passed. A pink licence and badge is awarded to someone who has passed two out of the three tests. The two tests that the instructor has passed are the theory test and the ability to drive test, they are yet to complete the ability to instruct test. They are given the pink licence so that they are able to earn a living as an instructor whilst completing the third part of the course. The pink licence is valid for just six months; within this time they must develop their skills in order to pass the third test - ability to instruct. They are only able to take the ability to instruct test a total of three times. if they do not pass after their third attempt, they must start again from the beginning. Simply put, instructors who hold a pink licence and badge can be referred to as trainee instructors.
Green Badge Instructors:
When you see a driving instructor displaying a octagonal shaped green colour badge that’s mean they are fully qualified instructor by Driving Standard Agency (DSA). In our field we call them ADI. All ADI need to go thorough a check test every two to four years to show DSA their quality of instruction. When ADI’s sit for their check test they go with one of their real pupil to the test centre and a senior examiner seat at the back to see how the instructor teaching their pupil. Check test last for an hour. At the end of the test examiner will issue the instructor a certificate with a grade on it. ADI’s could get grade 4, 5 or 6. Grade 4 mean: A competent overall performance with some minor deficiencies in instructional technique. Grade 5 mean: A good over all standard of instruction with some minor weakness in instructional technique. Grade 6 mean: Overall performance to a very high standard with no significant instructional weaknesses.
So when its come to learning to drive choose wisely because its not just passing the test its safe driving for life.
Learning to drive can be very difficult. The first thing you need to do is select the right driving school or instructor for you. There are two types of driving instructor, those with pink licences and those with green licences. In the following article I will explain the difference between these two licences.
Trainee Instructors:
When a driving instructor displays a pink, triangular badge in the windscreen of his or her car it means that he is a Provisional Driving Instructor or PDI. When qualifying to become a driving instructor, three tests must be passed. A pink licence and badge is awarded to someone who has passed two out of the three tests. The two tests that the instructor has passed are the theory test and the ability to drive test, they are yet to complete the ability to instruct test. They are given the pink licence so that they are able to earn a living as an instructor whilst completing the third part of the course. The pink licence is valid for just six months; within this time they must develop their skills in order to pass the third test - ability to instruct. They are only able to take the ability to instruct test a total of three times. if they do not pass after their third attempt, they must start again from the beginning. Simply put, instructors who hold a pink licence and badge can be referred to as trainee instructors.
Green Badge Instructors:
When you see a driving instructor displaying a octagonal shaped green colour badge that’s mean they are fully qualified instructor by Driving Standard Agency (DSA). In our field we call them ADI. All ADI need to go thorough a check test every two to four years to show DSA their quality of instruction. When ADI’s sit for their check test they go with one of their real pupil to the test centre and a senior examiner seat at the back to see how the instructor teaching their pupil. Check test last for an hour. At the end of the test examiner will issue the instructor a certificate with a grade on it. ADI’s could get grade 4, 5 or 6. Grade 4 mean: A competent overall performance with some minor deficiencies in instructional technique. Grade 5 mean: A good over all standard of instruction with some minor weakness in instructional technique. Grade 6 mean: Overall performance to a very high standard with no significant instructional weaknesses.
So when its come to learning to drive choose wisely because its not just passing the test its safe driving for life.
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