What are the objectives of the course?

The objectives of the course are to :

• increase driver’s understanding of what constitutes safer driving behaviour
• increase understanding of a drivers own skills deficits
• improve driving skills
• increase the motivation to further improve driving.

Will I have to drive?

The course is practical and delivered entirely in-car.  Your course will last for 2¼ hours.

Is there a test to pass?

No, there is no test involved and the training will be specifically tailored to your own particular needs. As well as the trainer, there will be one other driver in the car with you during the course. You can expect to be treated with respect during the course, and you will be expected to treat the trainer and the other driver with respect. You will need to attend the whole course, contribute to the best of your ability, and take a positive role. During the time that the other person is driving, you will be able to reflect on the aspects of your driving that you have chosen to work on.

 Will I have to disclose the nature of my offence?

You will be asked to reveal the nature of the offence for which you have been referred and can do this in your own words. This will enable the trainer to structure the driving session to address any issues you identify that may have contributed to the offence. The trainer will help you to identify areas of your driving that you may wish to work on during and after the course.

Will I be eligible to be offered a Driving4Change course?

Courses will only be available to drivers via an offer from Police as a result of having been reported for a road traffic offence. Having attended a course, you will not be eligible to attend a second course within the following 3 years.

Do I have to pay?

Yes, there is a fee that will be around £80 - 85

Contact your preferred service provider for details. The fee is payable prior to attending the course, and may in certain circumstances be payable by instalments with the agreement of the Service Provider