ADI Part 3 Test Plans
What’s in the ADI Part 3 test?
The ADI Part 3 instructional ability test comprises a real lesson given to a pupil under supervision. It’s roughly an hour long. You’ll be assessed on your competence in passing on knowledge and giving instruction to pupils.
The pupil in question will be one you supply yourself. They can either be a real learner or full licence holder, but cannot themselves be a qualified ADI.
What should I bring to the test?
In addition to the pupil, who can be a learner, someone who is at test standard or just failed a test or even a full licence holder - you need to supply your own car on the day of the test.
You also need a full, valid driving licence. For those taking the test in Northern Ireland, you need both the photocard and the paper counterpart. If you don’t have a photocard licence, take a current passport.
A key to passing the ADI Part 3 test is to have a good quality briefing folder with your lesson plans in
You also need your ADI Part 2 pass certificate.
ADI Part 3 Test Is a Teaching Exam
What’s in the ADI Part 3 test?
The ADI Part 3 instructional ability test comprises a real lesson given to a pupil under supervision. It’s roughly 45 minutes long. You’ll be assessed on your competence in passing on knowledge and giving instruction to pupils.
The pupil in question will be one you supply yourself. They can either be a real learner or full licence holder, but cannot themselves be a qualified ADI.
Who is involved in the test?
Your pupil will drive. You’ll be sat in the front passenger seat, giving instruction.
The examiner will sit in the back.
You can also bring your own mentor or trainer if you want to, if you want some moral support. They won’t be able to contribute to the lesson though.
Can I take the ADI Part 3 test in an automatic?
Yes, the test can be taken in an automatic transmission vehicle. The ability to teach manual or automatic is defined by your current driving licence. If you currently hold a licence to operate a manual transmission vehicle, you will still be able to teach pupils interested in both manual and automatic transmission. If you only hold an automatic licence, you will only be able to teach pupils in an automatic vehicle.
What’s in the ADI Part 3 test itself?
To begin with, you give your examiner a run through of your lesson plan. Then they’ll be introduced to the pupil. You then explain the purpose of the lesson to the pupil, noting that it’s you that’s under examination, not them. It’s also worth asking them if there’s anything in particular they’d like to cover in the lesson.
From there on in, you should conduct a lesson as normal. A key criteria you’re being assessed on is risk management, so it’s vital that the lesson is conducted as safely as possible. If you put yourself or anybody else in danger or potential danger, the test will be stopped immediately and you’ll fail. For this reason, you should pay close attention to your surroundings and other road users’ actions at all times.
At the end of the lesson, you give your pupil their feedback. Then you’ll be left alone with the examiner, who will give you your result, and any observations they may have on the lesson.
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How is the ADI Part 3 test marked?
During the test, the examiner will mark you on 17 areas of competence, across three categories:
- Lesson planning ● Risk management ● Teaching and learning strategies
You will be scored from 0 to 3 for each of the 17 competencies, meaning there are 51 possible points up for grabs. This is how the scores are broken down:
Total score Grade Description 0-30 Fail This means your performance isn’t up to the required standard, and you won’t join the ADI register. 31-42 Grade B This is a pass, and you get to join the ADI register. 43-51 Grade A You’ve aced the test, and you get to join the ADI register.
If you score less than 7 in the risk management category, this will also mean you’ll fail.
What Happens Next?
What happens next if I pass the ADI Part 3?
You’re now fully qualified to become a driving instructor. All you need to do now is apply for your ADI badge. You have 12 months to do this, so it’s best to do so straight away. If the 12 months elapses, you’ll have to pass all three tests again
What happens next if I fail the ADI Part 3?
Don’t feel too downhearted if you fail your first instruction test. The standard required is very high. You can also have two more attempts, so it’s a good idea to take on board the feedback you get from your examiner.
You need to pass your ADI Part 3 within two years of passing the ADI Part 1 theory test, so it’s best not to leave this go to the wire.