Unit 1
Overview
In Unit 1, participants evaluate their driving strengths and proficiency, focusing on hazard prediction and essential driving skills. You will be introduced to the practice of commentary driving and will master driving routines crucial for safe driving practices. Understanding and applying these techniques will not only improve your own driving but equip you with the skills to effectively teach learner drivers.
Who Is It For?
Designed for Potential Driving Instructors undertaking training, or Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) who wish to refresh and update their training knowledge and methodology.
Training Type
This unit is delivered as In-Car Training, giving participants hands-on, practical experience in real driving scenarios with direct application to hazard perception, routines, and commentary driving.
Learning Outcomes
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01
You will evaluate your own driving strengths, knowledge and abilities.
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02
You will learn how to apply these insights when teaching learner drivers effectively.
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03
You will be introduced to commentary driving skills in various situations and understand how this is used in teaching driving.
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04
You will learn different types of systematical driving routines for structured, safe instruction.
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05
You will learn how independent driving is used within driver training programmes.
What Do You Get?
Attendance Certificate
Request your certificate after the training day — counts towards your 40 or 20 hours of required training.
The Honest Truth
One-year subscription once you begin delivering lessons to learner drivers.
Unit 1 Completion Certificate
Awarded on completing in-car and online assignments. You have six months to complete.
Full Qualification Certificate
Complete all 13 units within two years to receive the full Introduction to Driving Education Award.
