Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

DRIVING INSTRUCTORS instruct individuals and groups in the theory and application of driving motor vehicles.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job-training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:
NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

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:

451211 Driving Instructor