Affordable Driving Instructor Course ACT
Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training
Start your career as a professional driving instructor in the Australian Capital Territory. Complete the TLI41222 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training and develop the knowledge and skills required for professional driving instruction.
Become a Qualified Driving Instructor
Build the professional knowledge and practical skills needed to begin your career as a motor vehicle driving instructor in the Australian Capital Territory.
TLI41222 Certificate IV
ACOFE offers the TLI41222 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training. The qualification is recognised by Access Canberra as meeting part of the requirements for certification as a Motor Vehicle Driving Instructor.
Your Career Pathway
After completing the course and obtaining your driving instructor licence through Access Canberra, you can pursue opportunities to work for yourself or with a registered driving school in the ACT.
What You Will Develop
Evaluate & Analyse
Evaluate and analyse current practices within professional driving instruction.
Develop Procedures
Develop new criteria and procedures to support effective training and instruction.
Lead & Guide
Provide leadership and guidance to others in a professional training environment.
Important: Completing the qualification is an important part of the pathway, but ACT driving instructor licensing is a separate process through Access Canberra and current regulatory requirements must also be satisfied.
Simple & Transparent Pricing
Get the professional training you need with a clear payment structure and practical training delivered by an experienced qualified trainer/assessor.
Course Investment
The total course fee for the ACT driving instructor course is $3,200.
Initial Deposit
Initially, you need to deposit $1,500. The remaining balance must be paid before you commence the practical training.
Practical Training by an Experienced Trainer
A fully qualified trainer/assessor with over 10 years of industry experience will deliver the practical training in Melbourne.
Best Price Guaranteed!
If you find an identical accredited course offered by another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) at a lower price, ACOFE will match that price and beat it by $150, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
How to Apply
Before applying to become an accredited driving instructor in the ACT, you need to meet the relevant eligibility requirements.
Minimum Age
You must be at least 21 years of age.
Full Australian Licence
Hold a current full Australian car licence or a full Australian licence of a higher class.
Working With Vulnerable People
Hold a current Working with Vulnerable People registration.
Medical Fitness
You must be medically fit to undertake driving instructor duties.
Criminal History
You must have no prior convictions for a disqualifying offence within the last five years.
Public Liability Insurance
A public liability insurance policy of at least $5,000,000 is required.
Using Your Own Vehicle?
If you provide your own vehicle for driving instruction, it must be fitted with dual controls that have been inspected and approved by the Road Transport Authority. An engineer's certificate will be required upon inspection.
Important
Meeting these requirements does not by itself guarantee approval. ACT licensing and accreditation requirements are determined by the relevant regulator and may change. Always check the latest requirements before submitting your application.
Your Application Process
Follow these steps to complete the ACT driving instructor application pathway and prepare the required documents.
Meet the Requirements
Make sure you satisfy the ACT eligibility requirements, including the required licence, registration, medical fitness, insurance and history requirements.
Complete the Application
Complete the application to become an Accredited Driving Instructor through the relevant ACT process.
Complete Health Assessment
Complete the commercial driver's health assessment. The assessment must not be more than six months old from the date it is signed off by your general practitioner.
Complete TLI41222
Complete the TLI41222 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training with ACOFE.
Submit Your Documents
Submit the completed application together with the required supporting documents listed below.
Make the Payment
Complete the required payment as part of the application process.
Required Documents
Important Application Note
Your application is unlikely to be accepted if you have been convicted of sexual, fraud, financial, violent, drug-related or theft offences, or have a history of driving offences, licence disqualifications or suspensions. Requirements can change, so always check the latest information from the ACT regulator.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Our friendly team at Australian College of Future Education (ACOFE) is here to guide you through the enrolment process. Contact us to discuss your goals, eligibility, course fees and enrolment requirements.
ACT Regulatory Information: Driving instructor licensing and accreditation requirements are administered through Access Canberra. Requirements can change, so check the latest information before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the ACT driving instructor course, eligibility, licensing and enrolment.
What qualification do I need to become a driving instructor in the ACT?
ACOFE offers the TLI41222 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training. The qualification is recognised by Access Canberra as meeting part of the requirements for certification as a Motor Vehicle Driving Instructor.
Does completing the course automatically make me a licensed driving instructor?
No. Completing the qualification and obtaining ACT driving instructor authorisation are separate processes. You must also satisfy the current Access Canberra requirements and obtain the appropriate licence or accreditation.
What are the main eligibility requirements in the ACT?
Applicants must generally be at least 21 years old, hold a current full Australian car licence or higher-class full licence, hold current working with vulnerable people registration, be medically fit and satisfy the relevant criminal, driving-history and insurance requirements.
How much does the ACT driving instructor course cost?
The current ACOFE ACT page lists the course fee as $3,200. An initial $1,500 deposit is required, with the remaining balance payable before practical training commences.
Where is the practical training delivered?
ACOFE states that the practical training is delivered in Melbourne by a fully qualified trainer/assessor with more than 10 years of industry experience.
What documents do I need for the ACT application?
The application requires supporting documents including current working with vulnerable people registration, a passport-sized photograph and a copy of public liability insurance of at least $5,000,000.
Is a medical assessment required?
Yes. The ACT application process includes a commercial driver's health assessment. ACOFE states that the assessment must not be more than six months old from the date of sign-off by your general practitioner.
Can I work for myself after becoming an instructor?
Yes. After completing the course and obtaining the required driving instructor licence through Access Canberra, the ACOFE ACT page states that you can have the opportunity to work for yourself or for a registered driving school in the ACT.
How can I enrol in the ACT driving instructor course?
Contact ACOFE to discuss your eligibility, required documents, course fees and enrolment process. You can call 1300 070 757 or email info@acofe.edu.au.
Still have questions? Contact ACOFE before enrolling so the current ACT eligibility and licensing requirements can be confirmed. Call 1300 070 757