Ken Ward was involved with Driving Instruction, Driving Instructor Training, Driving Examiner Training and Supervision of Driving Tests for all types of vehicles from 1955 to 2001. Since retiring, on a part time basis, he offers instruction for ADI Part 3 examinations and Check Tests.
Following your success in passing Part 3 and qualifying as an Approved Driving Instructor you will be expected to take a check test by the DSA. The check test is to assess your continued ability and fitness to give instruction as a registered Approved Driving Instructor. You will be required to take a test usually within one year of qualification and at intervals thereafter determined by the Grade you attained. You may also undergo an educational visit, normally within 12 months of qualifying, where you will not be graded but any weaknesses in your instruction will be pointed out and it will be your responsibility to correct them prior to your first full check test.
When you take your first check test, should you fail to meet the required standard, (minimum Grade 4), you will be required to take a second check test within a certain time limit. If you fail to meet the required standard for the second time, you will then have only one other check test opportunity to keep your ADI license and registration. The third and final check test is normally carried out by an Assistant Chief Driving Examiner (ACDE) and failure to meet the required standard will result in your ADI license being revoked, subject to an appeal, therefore placing your livelihood under threat.
Check test worries ?
Failed to meet the required standard on your check test ?
Please contact Ken Ward in confidence to discuss your requirements. He offers a professional, patient
and understanding approach, with training and advice being tailored to satisfy your individual
needs, instruction is carried out on a 'one to one basis.'
Please contact by telephone on 01343 830374 or alternatively send an email to.Ken Ward former SE and trainer