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One academy, from first study to training instructors.

Qualify as an instructorFree study for all three ADI tests, with the Ask IDEA assistant beside you.
Level 5 awardIntroduction to Driving Education at SCQF Level 5, through partner driving schools.
Level 8 diplomaBecome an instructor trainer with the SCQF Level 8 diploma.

Credit-rated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), April 2025.
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IDEAInnovative Driving Education Academy

The qualification pathway for driving instructors, from first study to training the trainers.

0800 118 2001
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

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Credit-rated by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)

Introduction to Driving Education Award · SCQF Level 5 · 25 credit points · Credit-rated April 2025

Diploma for Teaching the Introduction to Driving Education Award · SCQF Level 8 · 17 credit points · Credit-rated April 2025

DVSA-aligned · Unit 9: FAA Level 1 Award in Awareness of Safeguarding (RQF) · Ofqual 603/5635/2 · Nuco Training Ltd

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