About Pass Plus
Pass Plus is an established training course aimed at new drivers.
It was designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of
insurers and the driving instruction industry.
Statistics show
that new drivers are more likely to have an accident in the first two
years after passing their test, due to lack of driving experience.
Pass
Plus builds on your skills and knowledge. It will teach you how to
anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, to help you
become a more confident driver.
Who can do Pass Plus training
You can take a Pass Plus course at any time, but it’s mainly
aimed at new drivers in the first year after passing their test.
Pass Plus modules
Pass Plus consists of six modules about driving in different
conditions:
- in town
- in all weathers
- on rural
roads
- at night
- on dual carriageways
- on
motorways
To join Pass Plus, you need to choose an Approved Driving
Instructor (ADI) to train you. The ADI must be registered with the DSA
as a Pass Plus instructor, and they must also have their ADI 'green
badge'. All our instructors are fully qualified ADI's and Pass Plus registered with the Driving Standards Agency.
When you are deciding on a suitable ADI, first check
whether your local authority supports Pass Plus.
If it does
support Pass Plus, it will usually help you with course costs if you
choose a Pass Plus ADI from your local authority's list.
If it
doesn't support Pass Plus, then you need to choose a Pass Plus
instructor by asking the ADI who taught you to drive. You could also ask
a local driving school, or by checking local commercial publications,
local newspaper adverts and websites. The DSA does not provide lists of
instructors.
You can check whether an ADI is a registered Pass
Plus instructor by telephoning the DSA Pass Plus Section on 0115 936
6504. The DSA will need the instructor's name and ADI number to check
for you. We will provide these details upon request either from your instructor or via our contact form on this website.
How you'll be instructed
Pass Plus Pupil's Guide
At the start of
your course, your instructor will give you a copy of the 'Pass Plus
Pupil's Guide'. This contains detailed information about all aspects of
Pass Plus.
Duration
Pass Plus training will
take at least six hours, though it can take longer if your instructor
thinks it's necessary.
The training sessions
Pass
Plus is a practical course and all modules should be practical
sessions. However, local conditions and time of year may mean that some
modules need to be given as a theory session. A theory session could be
given if there is no motorway nearby or if you are doing the course in a time of year where all weather types cannot be experienced. Generally at least five and a half
out of six hours should be spent in the car.
You will not have to
take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually
assessed during the modules.
Recording progress
Your
instructor will complete a training report form that you’ll sign and
date when you reach the required standard in each module. To pass the
course you'll need to reach a satisfactory standard in all the course
modules. You’ll be given a progress record to help you to keep track of
your progress throughout the course.
At the end of your training
On successfully completing your training you'll be sent your Pass
Plus certificate to claim your discount on your car insurance policy.
You should also consider working towards your Advanced Driving Test.
Passing this test would take your driving skills to a higher level, and
provide you with further financial benefits.
Enquiries about Pass Plus
If you have questions about Pass Plus you are welcome to
contact the DSA Pass Plus section.
Telephone
0115
936 6504
Email
passplus@dsa.gsi.gov.uk
Post
Pass
Plus Team
DSA
112 Upper Parliament Street
Nottingham
NG1
6LP
