Disabled Candidates
The Road Traffic (Driving Instruction by Disabled Persons) Act 1993 came into effect on 9 September, 1996 making
provision to enable persons with a physical disability to be authorised to become driving instructors. It is only
open to drivers whose driving licence is restricted to automatics because of a disability. In order to apply to
become an Instructor, applicants must first obtain a certificate which verifies their ability to take control of the
tuition vehicle when necessary.
The Training and Development Centre at Cardington are responsible for the assessments leading to the issue of the
Emergency Control Certificates (ECC) previously carried out by The Mobility Advice and Vehicle (MAVIS).
The assessment consists of seven exercises each of which is designed to test the Potential Instructors ability to
take control of the vehicle as and when relevant in the interest of safety. The test will be carried out in an
adapted car which has been transferred from MAVIS into the Cardington fleet.
To apply for an Emergency Control assessment application form. The candidate will contact:
Instructor Services & Registration Team (ADI)
The Axis Building
112 Upper Parliament Street
Nottingham NG1 6LP
The completed application form should be sent to:
Emergency Control Certificate Assessor
The Training & Development Centre
Paul Waller Ave
Off Harrowden Lane
Cardington
Bedfordshire
MK44 3ST
Tel 01234 744000
Fax 01234 744001
On receipt of application a member of the Cardington team will contact the candidate to arrange the earliest
convenient date and time. This will be confirmed in writing.
Cardington will carry out the assessment, issue the result and debrief. A successful candidate will be issued with an
Emergency Control Certificate (ECC) which is a pre-condition to qualify in the restricted category of Approved
Driving Instructors.
A copy of the ECC should then be submitted to Instructor Services & Registration Team (ADI) in Nottingham with
the application for registration.
Richard
To be honest the decision to become a driving instructor was a spur of moment decision in January 2009, I always knew I wanted my own business but couldn't decide on what to do?
After a moan about work and 5:30am starts, my partner suggested that I became a driving instructor. I enjoyed dealing with people, and was told that I had a calming influence.
With that I went straight on the internet and looked at every available training establishment.
The one that stood out to me was LDC. With its high pass rate, comprehensive study pack and first class instructor support I immediately requested an information pack. And after attending the interview I had no reservations with joining LDC.
After passing all three parts first time, I have now my first learner all within 10 months of starting the training programme. The training is intense but enjoyable and I must thank my trainer David for his efforts.
I would recommend LDC to anyone looking to become an instructor, the training given is absolute second to none, they are all so helpful and friendly, most importantly knowledgeable, and I can't thank LDC enough for the continued support they have offered me.
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Jynny
When I decided to try and become a driving instructor I had a look at the larger driving schools websites and what they had to offer. I was not only looking at the cost but what I would get in return for my outlay both in the way of pre-qualification training and post qualification support. I am glad that I decided to train with LDC as apart from being very professional in the way the course was presented and structured, I also felt that I was treated on an individual basis and not just a number. All through my training, I felt that I was important to the company and they offered good support when needed. After qualifying, I am pleased that I decided to join the franchise as it really helped get my business started and the support still continues.
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Theo
Trying to find the most suitable driving instructor training company quickly developed into a minefield of people asking me to sign contracts and sign cheques. I'm glad that I chose LDC because I had excellent training through out my course. The exams were not easy but with encouragement, good training and course material, I was successful and passed all three parts on my first attempts.
LDC is a very professional company who I found very genuine in their quest in helping me qualify. I couldn't have done it without them.
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