Empathetic Instructor Training

Listed below, you will find a collection of resources I found (and continue to find!) useful in my day to day job as a Driving Instructor.
Please take a look at some of the fantastic services and products that we have available to us in our industry.

Client Centred Learning

Undisputedly the most famous man in our industry, and someone I am a massive fan of, Bob Morton!

Now if you're in this industry and you haven't heard of Bob - where have you been?!

Taken from Bob's website -

'Regardless of whether you are a new PDI or ADI to the industry, or you heve a great deal of experience and just want some refresher training, you’ll find all the courses here which will help you with your skills and knowledge to enhance your ADI career.'

Stay tuned for a link to Bob's exclusive coaching courses!

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L of a Way 2 Pass

Diane is famously known in the industry as 'the tappy hand witch'!

Taken from Diane's website:
'Since 2002, L of a way 2 Pass has been helping learners to become safe, confident, and competent drivers, and we are always striving to come up with new ways to help you and your learners, via workshops, online courses and zoom sessions.'

I had personal sessions with Diane to combat my nerves and anxiety during my qualifying period, and I'd love to say I'm exaggerating, but Diane's methods using Thought Field Therapy and the ABC Technique truly work!

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Mirrors, Signal, Podcast

This podcast connects the audience with a variety of trainers, ADIs, PDIs, and industry experts, hosted by Josh who is the friendly MC of the podcast.

You'll find lots of useful information and stories that will help you along the way.

Find the Mirrors, Signal, Podcast YouTube channel by clicking the button below.

The Instructor Podcast

Now in its' 7th season, The Instructor Podcast hosts an array of guests that are leaders, experts, innovators and game changers in our industry.

Terry asks the questions that we all want answers to, and gives the guests plenty of time and space to answer and discuss.

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The Driving Instructor's Handbook

Recognized by the Driver and Vehicle Stands Agency (DVSA) as recommended reading for the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) exams, this bestselling guide is the authoritative guide for both trainee and qualified driving instructors.

The Driving Instructor's Handbookcovers every aspect of being a driving instructor, from the role itself, to the characteristics needed to the job effectively, through to preparation for the ADI exams. Now in its 22nd edition, the book includes detailed guidance on issues such as licences, training, teaching and coaching skills and road traffic law.

Fully updated to cover all changes including updates to the ADI theory and practical tests, new rules in the Highway Code, revised motorway legislation, different rules and procedures in Northern Ireland and updated advice on disabilities, this book is essential reading for anyone involved in the training of drivers or driving instructors.

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Practical Teaching Skills For Driving Instructors

Improve your teaching and communication skills with this guide which is recommended reading by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) for the Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) examinations.

Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors is an indispensable handbook for all new and established driving instructors. Fully revised and updated for this 12th edition, it provides all the necessary advice to help driving instructors and anyone involved in driver training to communicate effectively with learners.

Containing essential guidance on teaching, communication and coaching skills, Practical Teaching Skills for Driving Instructors is ideal for both experienced and trainee driving instructors. It explains how people learn and how to tailor the teaching approach to different needs. With sections on how structuring lessons, it covers the whole teaching process, from early stage lessons through to the final test. The companion title to the bestselling The Driving Instructor's Handbook, it will help you develop and improve your ability to teach drivers how to drive.

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Who's In The Driving Seat?

This is a must read for any PDI or ADI!

This book explores what it really means to be a client centred instructor.

With useful tips and advice for how to deliver a great lesson; not just on the Part 3 or Standards Check, but every day!

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Bob Morton