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This episode is the second of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors.

In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 3 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare.

They cover:

• What the DVSA examiner is really looking for
• Practical preparation tips and recommendations

Key Read:  check out the Examiners Guide ADI1 - a must for those doing Part 3 and Standards Checks

Most of the links mentioned in this episode can be found in the official step‑by‑step guide on GOV.UK:  https://www.gov.uk/become-car-driving-instructor  

For full details of the Part 2 and Part 3  exam, see:
https://www.gov.uk/adi-part-2-test/what-happens-during-test?step-by-step-nav=80bd32e4-9708-4214-bc0f-50358223bb09

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This episode is the first of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors.

In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 2 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare.

They cover:

• What the DVSA examiner is really looking for
• Practical preparation tips and recommendations

Most of the links mentioned in this episode can be found in the official step‑by‑step guide on GOV.UK:  https://www.gov.uk/become-car-driving-instructor  

For full details of the Part 2 exam, see:
https://www.gov.uk/adi-part-2-test/what-happens-during-test?step-by-step-nav=80bd32e4-9708-4214-bc0f-50358223bb09

Perfect for brand‑new PDIs who want to understand what’s expected and head into Part 2 with more confidence.

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This podcast is led by ORDIT Trainer and Director of Drive Hart Limited, Sarah Hart.  We cover some of the key issues relating to the DVSA Part 2 Test of your driving ability.   Some of the recommendations are:

1.  Get training in advance of this exam 

2.  You need to be able to demonstrate a well-disciplined business like drive

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The first of three exams is the Theory Exam.  The details of the exam are outlined in full on . Gov (link below.  

The key to success is having the right revision package - DVSA and Drive Hart recommend the Safe Driving for Life instructors' package. 

The other key recommendations are:  

1. Know the exam elements - you have to pass both multiple choice and Hazard perception on the same sitting.  

2. Understand how it is marked - there are 4 bands or categories in multiple choice, which you have to revise for. 

3.  Ensure you do adequate revision and make sure this includes the publications outlined on.Gov for this test, especially the Essential Skills book  

4.  Do at least 10 or more complete mock tests (at pass level ) to be confident on the test day.   

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Becoming a driving instructor in the UK is a structured process, clearly outlined on the official GOV.UK website. This episode gives you a quick overview of the key stages, from initial registration through to taking (and preparing for) the three qualifying exams. 

For full, up-to-date guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/become-car-driving-instructor

Once you know you meet the eligibility rules, your next step is to get an enhanced DBS check if you don’t already have a recent, valid one for ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) purposes. 

On GOV.UK, you’ll find step‑by‑step instructions on how to apply, which organisation to use, and what documents you’ll need. You must have this DBS check in place before you can apply to become a driving instructor. 

In this podcast, Sarah Hart, Director of Drive Hart Ltd—an official instructor training company based in Salisbury—talks you through the key steps and the three exams run by the DVSA that you must pass before you can become an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI).  

Tune in to learn what to expect at each stage, how long the process can take, and where to find reliable help and resources along the way.  

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Key links

Become a driving instructor - all key steps explained on .Gov

Safe Driving for Life - recommended for Theory Test Part 1

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Series 2 - Critical Knowledge for PDIs - Mirror Discipline - knowing when and why learners should check their mirrors (3 highest reason for test failure in UK)

This podcast unlocks the secrets of mirror discipline with A Graded Approved Driving Instructors (Directors of Drive Hart) Sarah Hart and Julie Clayton, as they steer you through the essentials of using your mirrors for driving safely and acing your driving test. 

Ever wonder why so many learners fail their road test? It often boils down to one critical yet overlooked skill: checking those mirrors! 

We'll guide you through the simple yet powerful techniques of monitoring your surroundings, adjusting your speed, and changing direction.   Sarah and Julie, with their years of instructing experience, know just how to help you develop the kind of mirror mastery that keeps you safe on the roads and test ready.

In this episode, the directors of Drive Hart  talk about  easy-to-remember tips, including the "rainbow" checking technique, ensuring you'll never forget to scan those all-important mirrors. 

We dissect the moments that demand your attention in the rearview and side mirrors, from signaling turns to adjusting your speed. Whether you're behind the wheel daily or helping a newbie navigate the rules of the road, our conversation equips you with the strategies to maintain flawless mirror discipline. Tune in to transform your driving habits and ensure that your next glance in the mirror reflects a confident, safety-first driver.

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This is the first introduction to a new series (Series 2 Episode 1 The Introduction to What You Need To Know and How to Teach Driving in a way that ensures learning takes place.  All essential knowledge and skills to become an effective Approved Driving Instructor. 

This introductory  espiode will give an overview of the two core areas which will be broken down as the series progresses.

The What

In short what you need to know to be an effective instructor - the Road Craft, Technical, legal and advisory guidance you need to have mastered - after all "you cant teach what you dont know" The series episodes under "the What" and the "How".

The What -Instructors Need to Know to Teach:

• Subjects/Themes that you need to know and be able to brief a student on
• Processes that you will need to know to coach a student
• Priorities, rules/laws of the road and common road craft practice
• What if scenario planning - using the environment 
• Subject Briefings - why these are important for you and the students 
• Student lesson records 
• Directing private practice and working with Parents (Private Practice)      

The How - How to Teach Driving  (ref DVSA teaching and learning)

• Student Centered Lessons & Lesson Planning - setting goals and understanding students needs,  practice areas, adapting & responding
• Risk and Responsibilities - risk understood, instruction, interventions, feedback
• Teaching - Q& A, accurate technical information, fault analysis,  coaching  
• Learning strategies - tools and approaches,  depth of understanding, checking out, 
• Unpacking situations, key events or hazards (ask first, joint understanding, clarity and understand learning points) 
• Lesson Debrief (overlaps with above on unpacking)   

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This podcast covers some 8 key pointers on managing motorways and concludes with advice on getting professional instruction for learners who are near test-ready on motorways and/or post test motorway instruction. 

The key areas covered are:

1.  what is a motorway

2.  Who can use a motorway - in particular learners use of motorways

3.  Speed

4.  Signs and markings - know your highway code Signs and Signals for Motorways see link to this publication: 

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/519129/know-your-traffic-signs.pdf

5.  Lane use and observations

6.  Overtaking

7.  Joining and leaving a motorway

8.  Emergencies

https://www.highwaycodeuk.co.uk/stopping.html

Conclusion:  Recommendation for Learner Instruction by Professional Approved Driving instructor.

Key links to support your understanding of motorway use can be found on:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-highway-code/motorways-253-to-273

A useful AA Article also covers key points discussed: 

https://www.theaa.com/driving-school/driving-lessons/advice/motorway-driving

For more information and support please see our public facebook group called  "parents - teaching a learner to drive" where you can ask any questions on driving / teaching a learner https://www.facebook.com/groups/524645638669371

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This podcasts provides an overview of some key points for dealing with Dual Carriageways, if you want more information, video guidance and assistance, Drive Hart are launching a new resource site called " Drive.Zone for Parents" in September available on low cost subscription basis covering all driving subjects.  

If you need one to one support, we are also launching a new service called "Your Expert on Line" where you can subscribe to the service and get advice and guidance from A Graded Approved Driving Instructor for your private practice and test preparations. Call us if you want to get additional support on 07919 488360 or email [email protected].  

A key question Parents ask us is about the timing of starting instruction on Dual Carriageways for Supervising Parents:

It is key to ensure that you do not tackle dual carriageways too early, otherwise the learner can be overwhelmed and as they are usually faster speeds than other roads require greater car and skill.   We would recommend getting the advice of your Approved Driving Instructor before starting dual carriageways on private practice.   

The points raised in this podcast cover:

1.  How to identify a dual carriageway and who can drive on it. 

• Any road with physical separation is a dual carriage irrespective of how many lanes it has unless its a motorway.
• Can occur in any location urban, rural, city, signed dual carriageway. 
• Learners can be supervised on dual carriageways by Supervising Driver 
• We would only recommend taking a learner when they have sufficient control and confidence to take on the higher speeds.

2.   Speed on dual carriageways and how this can be different from 70 national speed limit.

• May be first time a learner has driven in higher gears so care, 
• steering can be very sensitive travelling at speed
• safety gaps are imperative 
• Observations and knowledge of your surroundings and other users essential
• Planning and anticipation is key to safety
• normally subject to 70 mph national limit but can also be any specified / signed speed restriction eg  30, 40, 50 60mph so checking what applies is important etc.  

3.  Lanes and the all important observations.

• Always travel on left, unless good reason to be on the right (ie approaching a roundabout where you need right lane, approach to move into slip on right to move across dual carriage, overtaking)
• anticipation and planning and strong observations are key to safe dual carriage way driving.  
• Higher speeds mean that you should alway

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In this podcast Sarah Hart (ADI) discusses the process of emerging right from a minor road into a major road junction.  

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