Car Driver Training

Van Hee provides training for drivers wishing to obtain the car driving licence: Category B.

Course Contents

• Legal Requirements

• Controls Equipment and Components

• Vehicle Characteristics

• Traffic Signs Rules and Regulations

• Vehicle Control (Pre-start checks, moving off, use of vehicle controls,
use of mirrors and rear observations, use of signals, use of speed, safe distances, turning, reversing, overtaking / meeting and
crossing road users, alertness and anticipation)

Theory Test
A theory test pass is a mandatory requirement before undergoing the practical test. All theory tests are undertaken at an approved testing centre using "touchscreen" computers. Van Hee can provide comprehensive theoretical training and access to DSA approved practice software.

Within this test is also a Hazard Perception element that you will need to pass at the same time as the theory test. This can also be practiced at our training centre.

Practical Driving Test
The practical driving test takes place at the Driving Standards Agency test centre under the supervision of their examiner.

The test lasts approximately 40 minutes including on the road driving, reversing exercises and emergency stop exercises.

At the end of the test the examiner will issue a pass certificate or a breakdown of areas for attention, before attempting a re-test.

Pass Plus
To be taken within 12 months of passing the practical driving test.

This DSA designed course consists of 6 practical sessions, which cover driving in town, on rural roads, dual carriageways, motorways and the training will be in all weathers and also at night.

The main aims of this course are to make you a more skilled, safer and confident driver. We do this by teaching you how to cope with hazards and road and traffic situations under expert tuition, so you can plan, anticipate and deal with them safely.

There is no formal test as you will be continually assessed on each of the 6 modules.

After taking and receiving your certificate for this course you may be eligible for a discount on your car insurance.