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Am I driving instructor material?
Having read about the job, you will already have some idea about whether you are the kind of person that can succeed as a driving instructor.
The fact that you have browsed this far through the site, suggests that that the answer to the question 'Am I driving instructor material?' will be "Yes, I think I am". But just to make sure, read on ...
Beware of some driving assessments! Many driving instructor training establishments will want to check your driving before 'allowing' you to train with them. Our view is that this is often a simple sales ploy to boost your ego and make you more likely to buy a course from them:
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If you are an average driver, a good trainer will be able to raise your driving to the advanced standard required for the Approved Driving Instructor examination. With training and practise, most people can meet the advanced driving standard required fairly easily. If your driving assessor tells you that you are the best driver on the planet you should be suspicious.
Whilst your driving ability is one consideration that must be taken into account, a more important factor is your personality. Often 'mad keen' drivers make poor instructors because they can't bear the thought of someone crunching their precious gears or being a bit harsh with their brakes etc.!
You need to be interested in people. This doesn't mean that you have to be a 'socialite'. You will be working one-to-one with people, so the ability to gain and maintain rapport is essential. A calm personality helps - you will often have nervous learners to deal with!
Click the forward arrow below to find out the realistic financial outlay that you might expect ...
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