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Trainee Licence

Once you have passed the Part 2 Test you can choose to apply to teach on a “trainee licence”.

You do not have to take this option, you can continue your training for the Part 3 Test without a trainee licence.


Conditions applying to a Trainee Licence

You must be working for a Driving School

You must receive 40 hours of training during the 6 months before your licence commences

Your Trainee Licence will only last 6 months

Sometimes a second Trainee Licence might be issued, but this cannot be guaranteed

You must choose either a “supervision” or a “training” option

If you choose the supervision option, then 20% of all lessons that you give must be supervised by an Approved Driving Instructor

If you choose the training option then you must receive an additional 20 hours of training during the first 3 months of the Trainee Licence, or before you attempt the Part 3 Exam
If the exam is failed then further training requirements apply


Advantages of using a Trainee Licence

The purpose of a Trainee Licence is to gain more practical experience by teaching real pupils in order to supplement your training before taking the Part 3 Test, and earning money at the same time.


Disadvantages of using a Trainee Licence

If you do not pass the Part 3 Test within 6 months you are out of a job until you do pass

If you fail the Part 3 Test three times you are out of a job

Real pupils do not always behave in the same way as the Examiner will

The pupils that you teach might give you a lot of practice at some types of teaching, but very little at other types

It is possible to fall into the trap of thinking short term, and aiming only to fill your diary to earn money rather than train and prepare for the Part 3 Test.


The Right Choice ?

The Trainee Licence is not the right option for everybody, all the factors need to be considered very carefully before making a decision.