Driving Instructors

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  • Full Time Average
    Weekly Wage

    $1,901 to $2,460
    Earnings for full-time employees before tax.

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  • Full Time/Part Time
    Split

    56%44%
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  • Currently Employed
    Workers

    6,100
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    < 5k
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  • Current
    Unemployment

    Low
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Career Details

Driving Instructors instruct individuals and groups in the theory and application of driving motor vehicles.

Occupations in this field typically require an Certificate III qualification including at least two years on-the-job training or a Certificate IV qualification.

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

  • instructing students under actual driving conditions, and explaining and demonstrating the operation of brakes, clutch, gear selection, automatic transmission, signals and lights
  • teaching road traffic regulations
  • teaching road craft and road safety
  • advising students when they are ready to undergo driving examination
  • may advise on and teach advanced driving techniques required for emergency situations
  • may illustrate and explain handling and mechanical operation of motor vehicles and driving techniques using blackboard diagrams and audiovisual aids

Occupation:

  • Driving Instructor


Driving Instructor


Instructs individuals and groups in the theory and application of driving motor vehicles. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisation:

  • Motorcycle Riding Instructor

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