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Many people invest lots of money and time in the dream of becoming a driving instructor only to fall at the final hurdle. For some it's because they were wrongly advised about their career choice; however, most of those who fail are let down by training that does not fit their exact needs.
If you enjoy driver training and get on well with people, you can pass Part-Three without that sinking feeling that you may have grown used to ...
“I felt like I was on a runaway horse” - “I knew that I should be doing something, but nothing seemed to work” - “I thought that I was doing OK, It was a shock when he told me I’d failed.”
Comments like those above are repeated every week when people e-mail for help. But it needn't be like that! The good news is that with a different approach to training, a 'success based' approach, you can pass ... And enjoy the experience!
With a low national pass-rate of between 28% and 34% for Part-Three, it is perhaps obvious, assuming that driving instruction is a good career for you, that one of the two statements below is correct:
A.
Part-Three is perhaps, extremely difficult to pass
B.
Much of the training that is currently available is not working for many students
Before telling you how you can succeed in cracking Part-Three, let's consider the situation a little more closely by examining the two points above ...
If we first look at point 'A'. Parts One and Two of the exam are not especially difficult and so it follows logically that Part-Three should make similar, but not greater demands.
This logic is based on the fact that all three parts of the exam are set and administered by the same examining body - namely the DSA (DOE in Northern Ireland and DIR in Southern Ireland).
The truth is, that despite any negative and upsetting experience you might have had, Part-Three is fairly straightforward and relatively easy to pass when you have the requisite skill. It's possible that you have been handicapped by your training - something that we sympathise with and that we can help to put right.
Regarding point 'B'. Many of the trainers in the ADI business are not Grade Six instructors, in fact some qualified as instructors less than a year ago!
Many trainers, possibly the majority, do not hold additional training qualifications such as a City and Guilds adult training certificate, NVQ, Diploma in Driving Instruction or similar.
Many trainers (but not all) might be excellent teachers of learners, and be extremely honest, conscientious and hard working, however, there is a big difference between having a skill and and being able to effectively share that skill with others.
SmartDriving Recommended Trainers have the skills you need to secure your future and fulfil your dreams.
Quick self-check ...
If you are lucky enough to have one of the best trainers but still fail, it’s probable that the training is not right for you personally and so a change is needed. Having said this, being inexperienced yourself, the only guide you have to help you to judge the quality of your training is the way you feel.
Did you always look forward to training sessions?
Do you feel in control in role-play situations?
Are you positive and confident about your exam?
Do you feel that you have received 100% value for money?
If the answer to any of the questions above is "NO", then your training has omitted something that is obviously necessary for your success ...
No matter how hard you work with the skills that you have gained you are unlikely to pass without further help ... Especially if you have failed more than once.
So what makes the SmartDriving Approach work so well?
Most instructor training is based upon the Part-Three pre-set tests (PST's) and spends a lot of time teaching you about lesson content.
The irony is that in reality, you already know this information. You learned it for your success at parts One and Two. This means that a lot of training time is wasted - or even worse. it leaves you confused about things that you thought you knew, for example, how to do basic manoeuvres.
John Farlam believes in 'Life Skill Training'. He recognises that you want to pass the exam but also knows that you need more than exam skills to 'cut it' in the 'real world and to be successful in your new career.
John's unique approach concentrates on training skills - enabling you to give a good lesson on any subject (not just the exam subjects), and thus prepare you for a successful career.
Rather than being subjected to demoralising role-play, you will learn to use your existing skills and to develop new ways of thinking through a process of easy, stimulating training games ... These help you to learn naturally without trying to memorise lots of do's and don'ts.
John's rescue courses use the unique methods that have helped his past students gain results as high as 6-6 (Click here) to help you to gain the essential skills of:
Identifying errors
Analysing errors
Talk-through and appropriate control
Structured question and answer
Lesson planning
Effective communication and feedback
Correct level of instruction
Q&A technique
Appropriate intervention
During your training you will not only gain the skills to pass Part-Three, but the confidence and know-how to move forward towards a worthwhile and successful career in driving instruction.
So far you have done your best with the skills and knowledge you currently possess ...
That's all you can do, however, if your skill and knowledge is not up to standard, and no one is telling you (except of course, the examiner) it's time for a change.
Part-Three Rescue will throw you the lifeline you need
The basic rescue course is three days one-to-one and costs £845. Details of course locations can be found by clicking here.
On day-one your training skills are assessed and any weak areas of skill or understanding are fixed. Day-two focuses on lesson delivery and control. Day-three offers an opportunity to successfully practise your skills in different lesson situations.
You have invested a lot of time, money and emotion into providing a future for yourself and your family, you have hopes and dreams that are in danger of fading ...
Make a wise move now by taking the simple step you need to secure your 'Green Badge'.
For further information email john@smartdriving.co.uk.All enquiries are treated with the strictest confidence.