Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
Theory Practical Driving Ability Test Practical Instruction Ability Test

Part 1: ADI Theory and Hazard Perception Test
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  • Home Study Pack
  • Instructor’s Hand Book
  • Highway Code
  • DSA Question Bank
  • Theory CD Rom
  • This includes up to 4 Hours of training
The ADI Part 1 is a test of your theory knowledge, comprising of The ADI Theory Test and the Hazard Perception Test (HPT). Both parts of the theory test are taken together and you must pass both parts at the same time to progress onto the ADI Part 2 test.

The ADI Theory Test is computer based and you will be asked 100 multiple choice questions about the theoretical aspects of driving and driver training. Questions follow a similar format to the Learner Driver's theory test but also cover teaching practices, techniques and principles. The questions are banded into four sections and you must score 80% in each band and achieve an overall mark of 85% to pass. This means that it is possible to get a score of 94% and still fail if you are weak in a particular band of knowledge.

The Hazard Perception Test comprises of a selection of 14 short videos, showing real road scenes, potential hazards and developing hazards. These clips are chosen at random and you will be assessed on how soon you identify and respond to the developing hazards. Each clip will contain at least one developing hazard one clip has two. You should be able to identify them all.

Part 2: Practical Driving Ability Test
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The ADI practical test of driving ability consists of tests of eyesight, safety questions and driving ability. The test will last for about one hour. You must pass all parts of the test at the same time.

The eyesight test
You must be able to read in good daylight with the aid of glasses or contact lenses if worn, a motor vehicle registration mark containing letters and figures:
  • 79 millimetres in height and 50 millimetres wide at a distance of 26.5 metres
    • OR
  • 79 millimetres in height and 57 millimetres wide at a distance of 27.5 metres
If you do not pass the eyesight test, you will not be allowed to take the driving ability element. The test will be marked as a fail and will count towards your three attempts.

Safety questions
You will need to describe and demonstrate how to check the condition and safety of the vehicle. You will have to describe three and demonstrate two.

Download a copy of the ADI part two safety questions

Test of driving ability
During the ADI Part 2 test the examiner will be looking for a smooth, brisk, business like drive. This is an advanced driving test and a very high standard of competence is required. You must show you have a thorough knowledge of the principles of road safety, eco-driving and have good driving skills. You must be able to demonstrate both forward and reverse manoeuvres showing regard for other road users.

The routes used for the test will cover a range of road and traffic conditions, including urban and rural conditions. This is a thorough test of your driving skills and ability.

Part 3: Practical Instruction Ability Test
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  • In Car and Class Room
  • Development of lesson plans
  • Up to 56 Hours in car training 1:1 or 2:1
The object of this test is to assess the quality of your instruction and your ability to pass your knowledge on to pupils. You will be asked to conduct a pre-set test of which there are ten, split into two parts each lasting half an hour. The Examiner will play the role of novice pupil for the first part of the session, and pupil near test standard for the second.

You will be marked on the following
    The Core Competencies
  • Identification of faults - what went wrong?
  • Fault analysis - why, when, where & how the fault occurred
  • Remedial action - how to put it right and the dangers of not correcting the faults


    • Instructional Techniques
  • Level of Instruction - tailoring your instruction to the learner's needs
  • Planning - knowing when to give instruction & how to deliver it effectively
  • Control - of the lesson, the learner and the car and keeping everyone safe
  • Communication Skills - having the learner understand your instructions in a manner they understand and respond to
  • Q & A Techniques - being able to ask or answer the right question at the right time in order to get the response required whether verbally or through actions, from the learner
  • Feedback & Encouragement - vital in learning development, knowing when, where and how to praise or point out faults
  • Use of Controls - knowing when, why and what actions to take after the using them
  • Attitude & Approach - creating, establishing and maintaining an effective learning environment