How do I get a Driving Instructors Licence?
There are two ways to gain a driving instructors licence in Western Australia
- Sit an Assessment through the WA Department of Transport
- Complete a TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training
Indi Drive can only offer driving instructor training using the first pathway. We are currently recruiting Car and Truck instructors in 2025.
Please get in touch on 0484 220 888 to find out more about how you can join our growing team.
The Motor Vehicle Drivers Instructors Act 1963 (WA) sets out the requirements for a driving instructor's licence, including:
- A current Western Australian driver's licence.
- Minimum of 3 continuous years experience driving the vehicle class you wish to teach.
- Medical fitness standards.
- Police character checks.
- Minimum age of 21 years old.
The Government of Western Australia Department of Transport may issue Driving Instructor licences to applicants who;
- Pass a WA Department of Transport Theory and Practical Test
- Hold a recognised Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Road Transport - Car Driving Instruction) -TLI40210 or TLI41216 or TLI41218 (National Qualification);
For more information on either training process, please contact Jazmin on 0484 220 888 or visit our contact page.
Department of Transport Assessment
The most cost-effective and efficient way to become a qualified driving instructor is to attend a driving school and undergo training to meet the required assessment standards. Once your training is complete, you’ll be ready to sit the Practical Driving Assessment (PDA) through the Department of Transport.
Steps to follow:
- Get a National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old)
- Go into any Department of Transport (DoT) branch, complete an application to become a driving instructor and sit the 150 road law questions
- Book an appointment for a medical with your GP
- Get your driving instructor training with Indi Drive. Call us on 0484 220 888 to book your training
- Book your Practical Driving Assessment (a compliance officer from DoT will call you to arrange)
You can find more information on the process for becoming a driving instructor on the
Department of Transport website.
What to expect from your Training
The training is provided on a one-on-one basis or in very small groups, allowing participants to learn at their own pace. We can arrange training times that suit your individual needs, ensuring a personalised experience. Additionally, we provide resources to support you throughout your training.
Training will include the following components:
- Driver training with a professional instructor will prepare you to meet the high standards required to become a qualified driving instructor.
- Step by step tuition on how to teach “L platers” including; cabin drill, blind spot demonstration, push-pull steering, friction point, gear changing, system of vehicle control, leaving and returning to the kerb, lane changing, left and right turns, set position parking, “I’ve left something behind”, reverse parallel parking, hill starts/stops, “stop for shopping”, merging, log book requirements, mock tests and preparation for department of transport student assessments.
- How to control the vehicle in various situations, including emergency scenarios. You’ll learn how to take evasive action and effectively use the vehicle's controls to help a student develop new skills and respond confidently in different driving conditions.
- You will have the opportunity to sit in on 'live' student lessons alongside an experienced instructor, gaining valuable insight into teaching techniques and real-world driving situations.
- How to interpret a student’s behaviour through body language, helping you better understand their comfort level and needs during lessons
- Learn effective strategies for retaining students and attracting new business.
Indi Drive’s instructor training is designed around the WA Department of Transport standards, ensuring that every participant is fully knowledgeable about current legislation and assessment criteria. This approach guarantees you are prepared to meet the required industry standards.
For more information on the Cert IV requirements you can head to the Training Package. www.training.gov.au