FAQs
You will be trained locally for most of your FDT UK course, although occasionally, the most convenient location for all concerned may be utilised. It is suggested that you train in the local area where you intend to take your practical tests. The course is flexible, not full-time, and permits home study to accommodate your commitments.
Yes, just like with any instructor training, you pay for DVSA test charges and licence application (PDI or ADI). A fee equivalent to three hours of local hourly rate will be charged if you need an FDT UK specialist training vehicle for your practical test, together with a trainer's presence for last-minute practice and hints.
Yes. We consider your current work or family commitments, availability, and learning speed when we schedule training. This also means Saturday sessions, although DVSA tests are usually conducted on weekdays.
We offer extensive support and suggest that you refer to your training officer to determine if you're ready for each test. The Part 1 test is retakeable (except in Northern Ireland, where it's three attempts). In Parts 2 and 3, you have three attempts at each (DVSA test fees per attempt apply). If you fail the first three attempts, DVSA rules state that you must wait two years from when you passed your Part 1 before sitting any of the examinations again.
FDT UK provides a comprehensive franchise package and ongoing support to guarantee your career transition is successful. Our induction scheme assists you in getting off to a flying start. Our specialist staff offer business development advice, and we are in a position to offer prepaid clients to franchisees.
No. Most trainees maintain full-time jobs and develop their driving instruction on a part-time basis until they're ready to make a complete switch.
FDT UK promotes 120-minute lessons. A full-time instructor will have approximately 20 pupils per week. Although time spent travelling from lesson to lesson is unavoidable, we promote block bookings to build learner commitment.
In general, six to nine months should be sufficient for you to finish training. Your personal dedication and availability, however, have a big impact. Matters outside of your control, such as DBS approval and the availability of DVSA test dates, can similarly influence your progress, but we are with you throughout.
Yes, there's a steady demand for professional driving instructors who provide high-quality customer service and teach pupils to test standards. FDT UK has seen considerable growth in pupil volume, evidencing a robust market. In addition, trained instructors can diversify into fleet training, driver re-education, and other specialist markets, providing plenty of career opportunities beyond learner teaching.
FDT UK has national and local advertising campaigns, making us a leader among driving schools. Our instructor services department helps instructors expand their businesses, providing instructions, assistance, and marketing resources to promote locally.
No. The vast majority of driving instructors in the UK operate as self-employed individuals, whether independently or as part of a franchised national school. As an FDT UK instructor, you are your own boss, setting your hours and managing your diary for optimal work-life balance. This flexibility is a significant benefit. Remember, as with any self-employed role, your earnings directly reflect your effort and flexibility.
Yes. FDT UK's customer services guarantee that each customer is dealt with promptly and fairly. Complaints are acknowledged in writing within seven days, with a letter asking for ten working days to investigate and formally reply. Customer services should be notified of withdrawal from a course in writing within the usual cooling-off period detailed in your 'right to cancel' notice given at registration.
We regularly assist our training coaches to ensure that the standards are extremely high. Our experienced staff provides trainees with extra support and guidance. We offer full online training and continued support from our in-house advisors to enable you to qualify quickly.
The DVSA makes tough tests to make sure highly trained instructors are thoroughly equipped to teach driving for life. FDT UK, a premier training company with great pass rates, specialises in producing top-quality instructors. It takes effort and dedication to become an instructor, but with dedication and FDT UK's guidance and expertise, passing the tests and beginning your career is well within reach.
The work is fully flexible. You can set your own hours, either part-time to accommodate family responsibilities or full-time commitments.
We know that unexpected things sometimes happen. Tell our customer service team about any changes which may cause you to postpone your completion of training within the 12 months specified in your course agreement.
The DVSA also demands instructor trainees to have possessed a current full UK driving licence for a minimum of two and a half years, be 20.5 years or older, hold not more than six penalty points, and satisfy all the legal, physical, and medical requirements. Otherwise, all you require is a desire to learn, as everything required by way of training is included in the course.
Survey data shows that many FDT UK driving instructors net an average weekly income of £1,110, although this can be higher based on your desired hours.
Students must give students two clear working days' notice if they are unable to attend a pre-booked training session. If notice cannot be given for a missed session, a rebooking fee may be charged.
We are dedicated to offering the highest amount of training to help you pass examinations. For those on a Trainee Licence, our course now offers up to 80 hours of training from an approved FDT Trainer. We also provide thorough online training and continuous support from our in-house experts to help you achieve qualification in a timely manner.
We have flexible payment plans to help to spread the cost. FDT UK is listed on the Low-Value Provision (LVP) Welfare to Work Training database run by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). If you think you may be in a position to qualify for funding of this type, talk to your local Jobcentre Plus, and they will be able to advise you. Funding is at the discretion of Jobcentre Plus, personal advisers and is not, therefore, guaranteed.
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