ADI Part 1
Theory and hazard perception
Build the knowledge you need before moving into the practical stages, including road rules, driving theory, instructional knowledge and hazard perception.
Instructor training
Train to become a qualified driving instructor.
Understand the ADI route, prepare for each stage and move towards a confident, professional career teaching people to drive.
The ADI route
Three stages, one clear direction.
To charge for car driving lessons in Great Britain, you need to qualify and register as an Approved Driving Instructor, usually called an ADI. The qualification has three tests: theory, driving ability and instructional ability.
This route applies to England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland has a separate process. Always check the current official requirements before applying.
Read the official GOV.UK routeThe three tests
What each stage is designed to test.
ADI Part 2
Driving ability
Develop a safe, accurate and professional driving standard so you can demonstrate the level expected of a future instructor.
ADI Part 3
Instructional ability
Learn how to teach effectively through coaching, lesson planning, risk management and adapting your instruction to different learners.
Practical support
Training that helps you keep progressing.
The aim is to give you useful guidance at each stage, not leave you to work out the route on your own.
Test preparation
- Guidance through the ADI qualification route
- Support preparing for Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3
- Practical driving development for Part 2
- Lesson planning and coaching support for Part 3
Building confidence
- Advice on the day-to-day role of an instructor
- Support with pupil communication and lesson structure
- A clearer move from training into real lessons
- Local knowledge from an established driving school
After Part 2
Build experience before Part 3.
After passing ADI Part 2, you may be able to apply for a six-month trainee driving instructor licence. GOV.UK guidance says you must also meet the other eligibility rules, including completing at least 40 hours of training with a qualified ADI, with at least 10 hours in a car.
A trainee licence can give you valuable on-road teaching experience while you prepare for Part 3. Check the current requirements before making an application.
Check the trainee licence guidanceInstructor enquiry
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