how much is a pass plus course

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What is a Pass Plus course?

What is Pass Plus? Pass Plus is a short driving course totalling six hours, designed to help newly qualified motorists improve their skills and safety.

Is it worth taking six extra lessons for Pass Plus?

However, if you are not confident about any of the aspects covered in the course, or can easily spare the £150-£200 cost of six extra lessons, it could make sense. Alternatively, instead of doing the entire Pass Plus course, you could simply ask your driving instructor to take you for a couple of motorway lessons after you’ve passed your test.

Does Pass Plus get you a discount on your insurance?

Some insurers (not very many) offer discounts on your premium if you've completed Pass Plus. Unless you've found an insurer you definitely want to go with and you've checked they offer a Pass Plus discount, don't do the course just to get cheaper insurance.

Is the government’s Pass Plus driving course worth it?

After passing your driving test, you still might not feel fully prepared for every challenge or hazard you’ll face on the roads. The Government’s Pass Plus driving course can help learner drivers overcome some of their anxieties, but what does it cover and is it good value for money?

Overview

Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely. It can be ta...

Booking Pass Plus

You need to book Pass Plus with an approved driving instructor (ADI) who is registered with Pass Plus. You can contact the Driver and Vehicle Stand...

Local councils offering discounts

Some local councils can offer discounts off the full Pass Plus training costs Contact your borough, town, city or county council if they are listed...

How Pass Plus training works

Pass Plus training takes at least 6 hours. It has 6 modules, covering driving: in town in all weathers on rural roads at night on dual carriageways...

Apply for a Pass Plus certificate

You must apply for your own Pass Plus certificate if you want one. You need a certificate if you want a discount on your car insurance. You’ll get...

Car insurance discounts

Once you’ve completed Pass Plus you may be able to get a car insurance discount. You’ll need your Pass Plus certificate. Check with insurers that y...

What is a pass plus course?

A Pass Plus course will enable you to gain confidence and experience after passing your test, including learning how to reduce the risk of accidents. There are a number of insurers that will give you a discount on your insurance premium if you have completed a Pass Plus course.

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How long is Pass Plus?

What is Pass Plus? Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes a minimum of 6 hours to complete and is designed for drivers to improve their skills. Only a fully qualified driving instructor can deliver the course and they must be registered to do so with the DVSA.

Is there a test at the end of Pass Plus?

Is there test at the end of Pass Plus? There isn’t a test at the end of the course, Your instructor will be assessing you throughout the course and will be completing a training report form. In order to pass, you’ll need to reach the required standard in each module. Once you have completed the Pass Plus course you must send your training report ...

Pass Plus scheme

The Pass Plus scheme is a training course set up by the DVSA to help qualified drivers improve their skills and learn to drive more safely. Learning to drive doesn’t have to end when you get your pink license! The course is usually taken within 12 months of passing your test, but it’ll still be an option if you decide to take the plunge later on.

How does Pass Plus work?

Even though Pass Plus isn’t compulsory and doesn’t have a formal test, you’ll still have to meet a required standard. This is why you’ll need to choose a Pass Plus registered approved driving instructor (ADI) to take you through it.

What do you do on Pass Plus?

The Pass Plus course typically lasts for 5.5 hours and covers 6 modules, where you’ll be assessed on your driving in a few different conditions. Each module should include a practical assessment, but you might be asked to complete some as theory.. seems like a lot at first but hear us out.

Pass Plus driving

Driving in a town will help you learn how to handle complex and busy junctions, as well as bus and cyclist lanes. It also gives you a good chance to keep an eye out for and get used to pedestrians.

How to book a place on a Pass Plus course

You can either book in by contacting the DVSA or through your instructor if you know they’re registered. To find out if your instructor is qualified to take you through the course, get in touch with the DVSA and give their name and ADI number. If it turns out that they’re not registered, you’ll need to shop around until you find one.

How much is a Pass Plus scheme?

The course fees will depend on where you live, as well as other things like the instructor and the length of the course. A typical Pass Plus price will be around £150 to £200 – but some local councils offer discounts on the price, so double check with them before you book.

Pass Plus certificate

Once you’ve completed your Pass Plus course, you’ll need to apply for a Pass Plus certificate. This is what you’ll need as proof if you want to find out about discount on your insurance.

How long is the Pass Plus driving course?

The course consists of six hour-long lessons, where you’ll learn to drive on motorways, in heavy traffic and on rural roads. There is no test to complete the Pass Plus Scheme.

Why is taking a driving course important?

The main benefit of taking a course is to improve your awareness, safety and driving skill, any discounts should be seen as an added bonus. It’s worth noting that even if an insurer does offer a discount, it may be less than the cost of the course.

How much does it cost to get a pass plus?

The cost is usually less than £200, and some local councils offer a Pass Plus discount.

What is a pass plus?

Pass Plus is a Government road safety initiative designed to increase the confidence and safety of newly qualified drivers. Instructors in Pass Plus offer additional training in aspects of driving that haven’t been specifically covered by the standard driving test for example motorway and night time driving.

What is a pass plus certificate?

The Pass Plus Certificate. When you’ve reached the required Pass Plus standard in all modules, your instructor will issue a training report form that you both must sign. Don’t lose it, as you’ve got to send it to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in order for them to issue your Pass Plus certificate.

How long is a pass plus driving course?

Fees are variable, but the course should last a minimum of six hours, with the majority of that time spent behind the wheel.

Does Pass Plus offer discounts?

Some insurers have joined, but there’s no real sense of conviction and many insurers don’t offer Pass ...

What is the Pass Plus scheme?

It’s a practical training course that takes at least six hours to complete. The aim is to help drivers to improve their skills and become safer on the road.

When can you take the Pass Plus scheme?

You can take it any time after passing your driving test. However, it’s most useful in the first year of driving as this is when the chance of crashing is at its highest.

Who will teach you on the Pass Plus scheme?

You'll need a Pass Plus-registered driving instructor to teach you. You can check the GOV.UK website to find a driving school near you.

Is Pass Plus worth it?

One of the main draws of the Pass Plus Scheme is the discounted car insurance premiums. But insurers don’t always offer a discount for drivers who have completed the Pass Plus scheme.

How much does it cost?

This varies depending on where you live. However, a broad estimate is between £150 and £200 for the entire course. Some local councils offer discounts so it’s worth asking what’s available.

Will I get a discount on my insurance with Pass Plus?

Possibly. It could help reduce your costs but this will vary between providers. Not all insurers will offer you a discount on your car insurance.

Applying for a Pass Plus certificate

If you pass, you can apply for your own Pass Plus certificate from the DVSA Pass Plus team at [email protected].

What Pass Plus involves

It's a short course (at least 6 hours) that you can take after you pass your test, to help you get to grips with the parts of driving you probably didn't cover in your driving lessons.

How Pass Plus can affect your insurance

Some insurers (not very many) offer discounts on your premium if you've completed Pass Plus. Unless you've found an insurer you definitely want to go with and you've checked they offer a Pass Plus discount, don't do the course just to get cheaper insurance.

Why doesn't ingenie offer a Pass Plus discount?

To prove that Pass Plus makes you less likely to make a claim, you'd need to keep track of people completing Pass Plus for years. Unfortunately, there's just not enough evidence to make all insurers officially recognise it.