Phase 1 and Phase 2
Driving Instructor Training
30 December, 2007
The part 3, with the correct training is as straightforward as the part 2
The part 3 is relatively easy, it is only your own fears and apprehensions sometimes coupled with "not so good" training that cause it to become difficult
When appropriate, take control
Book a ADI part 3 rescue course to learn how and when to do this and lots more
The S.E. is in role at all times until he/she tells you different
The S.E. is a highly trained professional and will not crash the car or cause damage
You have proven that you are a professional and know all of the subjects by passing the part 2
The S.E. may throw you lifelines, listen and inwardly digest to what he/she is trying to tell you
Both of the phases are similar
Book a ADI part 3 rescue course to find out why and how to use this to your advantage
At all times DO NOT attempt to touch the pupil in any way, imagine that there is a glass screen between you
Look the part, feel the part, dress like the professional that you are
Your Road to Understanding the ADI Part 3
Phase 1 of the part 3 assessment in a nutshell is something like this
Briefing...then control via full talk through.... easing off a little by prompting and encouragement only and using the core competencies to reinforce any weak areas, so that the SE/pupil gains greater confidence and a better understanding of the subject
If all is going well and you decide that the SE/pupil can continue without verbal backup then let them loose by observing them (and the road/conditions all around you) if they do well on any part of the subject then give them praise on those parts and, using the core competencies on any weak areas give a quick rundown on how they can make this even better... further prompting or talk through as necessary
Look for faults related to the subject all of the time in both phases, it's good to point out any non related faults but don't get too deep into them, the SE has not got the time and will only be assessing you on the SUBJECT in any case
Now lets reflect back to the phase 1 for a moment
Notice the order,
Talk through....prompting....then observing
Food for thought, the way we deal with the different phases are almost the same but reversed
With a phase 2 SE/pupil
Notice the order,
Observing...Q and A prompting and/or talk through ....
Observe and give praise and encouragement on the parts of the subject that are done well....
followed by Q and A prompting on any weak areas using the core competencies in order for the SE/pupil to do better and gain a deeper understanding of the subject....
The exception to this....
If the SE/pupil has NEVER covered the subject then we can simply revert almost to a phase 1 after establishing prior knowledge