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This modular course focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of qualifying for the VTCT Skills for Logistics – Register of Logistics Instructors.

Course Content

Theory training
Licence, eyesight and vehicle checks
Driving assessment and test reports
DVSA marking criteria, fault identification and categorisation
Driving techniques
Instructional techniques and coaching skills
Dealing with driver behaviours
Interpersonal and communication skills

Course Benefits

Ability to effectively train novice drivers to pass DVSA driving tests
Ability to train and develop newly qualified and experienced drivers
Cost-effectively cascade company specific training to drivers
Be able to identify unsafe and inefficient driving practices
An increased understanding of the technical and psychological aspects of driver assessment
Able to risk assess to a recognised national standard and provide positive/constructive feedback

Our LGV Driving Instructor course is aimed at LGV Drivers who are looking to gain an accredited certification, so that they are able to train new and experienced drivers. You will gain the knowledge and skills to improve driver performance and assess drivers to a recognised national standard. You must be able to fully prepare LGV students and provisional licence holders for their practical tests. Included in your course is the framework of skills and knowledge to allow LGV Driving Instructors to teach LGV candidates using a variety of training tools to ensure an enhanced opportunity for success.

You must achieve all parts, which include:

Part 1 – LGV Driving Instructor theory
Part 2 – LGV Driving Instructor practical driving ability
Part 3 – LGV Driving Instructor instructional ability

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Part 1- Theory Examination

You will complete 100 multiple-choice questions in 90-minutes. These questions will cover the four following subjects, with 25 questions in each topic:

Instructional techniques & practices
Highway code
Transport legislation & compliance
DVSA test requirements & eco-safe driving

To pass, you must attain an 85% overall pass, while achieving at least an 80% pass mark for each section.

Part 2- Practical Driving Ability

Next, you will complete a 90-minute driving ability test. You will cover different types of roads, as well as completing an off-road exercise.

You cannot get any more than 6 minor driving fault, and no serious or dangerous driving faults to pass.

Part 3- Instructional Techniques

The third test will consist of completing an approximate 90-minute test, in which candidates will be given a Pre-set test.

You will be marked on the competence of yourself as an instructor, as well as the quality of the training session conducted. A 1-6 graded system is used to measure each element of the session, with grade 1 being the lowest, and 6 the highest.

To pass, you must obtain a minimum grade of four across all key areas to pass.

Registration and certification

On completing a DVSA recognised, unregulated qualification^*, candidates will receive a Certificate of Achievement and a VTCT Skills for Logistics ID card, referencing the DVSA recognition scheme, which will be valid for five years. Candidate details, including licence entitlement will also be added to the Register of Logistics Instructors.

*Unregulated qualifications are not regulated by Ofqual, or included on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). However, unregulated qualifications are subject to external quality assurance by VTCT Skills.

2 Start is Accredited By The VTCT Skills For Logistics

We believe it is vital all our instructors complete the relevant training, tests, and obtain this certification to ensure high quality course delivery and standards. The Register of Logistics Instructors ensures that training standards are met, keeping consistency across the country.