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If you are passionate about driving and teaching, you might want to consider becoming a NSW driving instructor. Driving instructors are professionals who help learners acquire the skills and knowledge they need to drive safely and confidently on the road. In this blog post, we will explain the steps and requirements to become a NSW driving instructor, as well as the benefits and challenges of this rewarding career.
To become a NSW driving instructor, you need to meet the following criteria:
You must be at least 21 years old.
You must hold a current NSW driver licence for the class of vehicle you want to teach, and have held it for at least three years in the last four years (excluding any time you were disqualified).
You must have a good driving record, with no more than 10 demerit points in the last three years, no licence suspensions or cancellations in the last four years, and no convictions for drink driving, drug driving, or other serious offences in the last 10 years.
You must pass a medical examination and a police check.
You must complete an approved driving instructor training course, which covers topics such as road rules, teaching methods, communication skills, risk management, and business practices.
You must pass a driving instructor knowledge test and a driving test, which assess your ability to drive safely and instruct effectively.
You must apply for a driving instructor licence from Transport for NSW, and pay the relevant fees.
Once you obtain your driving instructor licence, you can start working as a driving instructor, either independently or with a driving school. You will need to renew your licence every three years, and complete at least 12 hours of professional development activities every year.
Some of the benefits of becoming a NSW driving instructor are:
You can make a positive difference in people's lives by helping them learn a valuable skill and achieve their goals.
You can enjoy flexible working hours and choose your own clients and locations.
You can earn a good income, depending on your experience, qualifications, and reputation.
You can challenge yourself and keep learning new things every day.
Some of the challenges of becoming a NSW driving instructor are:
You need to deal with different types of learners, some of whom may be nervous, impatient, or overconfident.
You need to cope with stressful and unpredictable road situations, such as traffic jams, bad weather, or aggressive drivers.
You need to maintain your own vehicle and equipment, and cover the costs of fuel, insurance, and maintenance.
You need to comply with the rules and regulations of Transport for NSW, and keep up to date with any changes.
Becoming a NSW driving instructor is not an easy task, but it can be very rewarding if you have the passion, patience, and professionalism to do it well. If you are interested in pursuing this career path, you can find more information on the Transport for NSW website or fill in the form for further guidance.