How to become a driving instructor in Western Australia | EzLicence

How to become a driving instructor in Western Australia

How to become a driving instructor in New South Wales

The process to become a driving instructor in Western Australia is relatively straight forward and can be completed within a few months. The licensing authority is the 'Department of Transport' and you will need to meet the applicant conditions below:

  1. Possess a current Western Australian driver's licence
  2. Have a minimum of 3 continuous years experience driving the vehicle class you wish to teach
  3. Pass a medical
  4. Obtain a National Police Certificate
  5. Be at least 21 years old
  6. Complete the Certificate IV in Transport and Logisctics (Road Transport Driving Instruction)

Become a driving instructor

Application Steps

1
  Complete a police check

2
  Provide proof of identity

3
  Submit the driving instructor application form (form E175) along with:

  • Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics (Road Transport Driving Instruction), or equivalent if applicable.
  • National Police Certificate.
  • Character references (if required).
  • Proof of identity documents.
  • Application fee.

4
  Complete a theory assessment (if required)

5
  Go for a medical check-up

6
  Complete the Practical Driving Assessment (if required)

7
  Pay the licence fee

For more information please visit the Department of Transports website.