Trainee Driving Instructors - PDI
So why are there trainee driving instructors?
Well, it's a good question. After all, if you're giving money to a driving instructor you'd probably expect them to know exactly what they're doing wouldn't you?
In a nutshell - trainee instructors teach to gain experience for their part 3 exam.
A trainee driving instructor has passed 2 exams......
Part 1 - The Theory and Hazard Perception test
A more extensive version of the theory and hazard perception test that you have to take before your driving test.
Part 2 - The Driving Test
A longer, more difficult version of the driving test that you will take.
A TRAINEE DRIVING INSTRUCTOR HASN'T PASSED PART 3...
Part 3 - The Test of Teaching Ability
The most difficult exam. It's where the driving instructors are tested on their ability to teach you - the pupil.
What this means to you.......
Because a trainee is still learning how to teach, they will have had less in-car experience with pupils. They will also have had less experience teaching the subjects you need to learn.
Remember: the pink Trainee Driving Instructor Badge must be displayed clearly
Can't see a badge? Ask where it is!
