Become a driving instructor

Part 1

Theory and hazard perception test.

• Part 1 test requirements
• Preparation guide

Part 2 test

Driving ability

• Part 2 test requirements
• Preparation guide

Part 3 test

Instructional ability.

• Part 3 test requirements
• Preparation guide

Guidance

DVSA ADI1

A guidance manual used by driving examiners. It outlines the procedures and standards for conducting Part 2 and 3 tests and Standards checks related to Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs)

ADI 1

Guidance

National standards for driver and rider training

This sets out the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to deliver a programme of driver training

View national standards

Guidance

DT1 test report form

The guidance driving examiners follow when they carry out driving tests in Great Britain

View DT1

Form

ADI3LMD form

Application for a trainee driving instructor licence (Pink Badge).

Download ADI3LMD form (PDF)

Form

ADI21T form

Record of 40 hours training to accompany trainee licence application.

Download ADI21T form (PDF)

Form

ADI21AT Form

Form to be submitted with 3 months showing 20 hours additional training

Download ADI21AT

Form

DVSA DL25

The marking sheet used to mark L tests and ADI Part 2 tests

ADI 1

Form

SC Part 3

The marking sheet used to mark the ADI Part 3 Tests

ADI 1