To become a certified instructor, you must submit:
- A completed commercial driving school instructor application (Note: Please type in the form, print it then, save it.)
- Provide one set of fingerprints for a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
- A letter of employment from school owner.
Contents
- 1 What qualifications do I need to be a driving instructor?
- 2 How long does it take to become a qualified driving instructor?
- 3 How hard is it to become a driving instructor?
- 4 Is there a demand for driving instructors?
- 5 How do I become an advanced driving instructor?
- 6 What are the cons of being a driving instructor?
- 7 Can I train to be a driving instructor while working?
- 8 Is it worth being a driving instructor?
- 9 How much do driving instructors earn?
- 10 How do you become an Ordit?
What qualifications do I need to be a driving instructor?
You first need to apply to become an approved driving instructor. You can find training providers on the Approved Driving Instructor Register Guide. You’ll need to pass the approved driving instructor part 1 and part 2 exams. You’ll then get a licence to give instruction and legally charge for lessons.
How long does it take to become a qualified driving instructor?
4. How long does it take to become a driving instructor? For most people to complete their ADI qualification it will take at least six months. However before you can take the ADI exams you do need to have held a full, clean driving licence for three or more years.
How hard is it to become a driving instructor?
The reality of this: it is really hard to become a driving instructor. To become a driving instructor, there are three exams. A theory exam, a practical exam and a teaching exam. All three exams need to be passed within two years of passing the theory exam.
Is there a demand for driving instructors?
Increase in demand for driving lessons While the number of driving instructors declines, the demand for driving lessons is higher than ever. The number of people turning 17 is set to continue to grow in the years 2021-2025, with an estimated 794,383 people turning 17 in 2025.
How do I become an advanced driving instructor?
ADI Instructor Training You must have held a driving licence for at least two years before you start training and you must be able to pass a SAP check; have or be able to obtain a tax clearance certificate. If you have any doubts about meeting these minimum requirements you can contact ADI for further advice.
What are the cons of being a driving instructor?
Disadvantages of being a Driving Instructor
- Being self-employed. Some people prefer the ease of having all their tax calculated by their employer.
- Working unsociable hours.
- Daily ‘dead time’
- No work.
- High weekly outlay.
- Beating the competition.
- Driving lesson cancellations.
- Driving lessons become repetitive and tedious.
Can I train to be a driving instructor while working?
No. Some people train while working full time, and slowly build up their driving instruction work on a part-time basis until they have enough to leave their existing employment.
Is it worth being a driving instructor?
Driving Instructors Have Job Satisfaction. Being able to teach a young person a valuable life skill makes for a very rewarding job. Meeting new people each week and being able to positively influence their life is something our Driving Instructors always say is a great part of the job.
How much do driving instructors earn?
An early career Driving Instructor with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of AED 17,000 based on 6 salaries. A mid-career Driving Instructor with 5-9 years of experience earns an average total compensation of AED 22,000 based on 5 salaries.
How do you become an Ordit?
In order to be on the ORDIT register you have to be an ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) for 12 months and pass the qualifying ORDIT test. If you intend to work for yourself then you will need to obtain both premises and trainer’s certificate.
