What is a refresher lesson?

Refresher driving lessons are optional lessons you can take to improve your driving skills and gain confidence out on the road. You’re a new driver but lack confidence on the road, so you need further practice and assurance before going solo. You’ve had an accident while driving and want to regain your confidence.

What do you do when you get a bad driving lesson?

Here are some practical steps you can take if you aren’t pleased with your progress:

1. Talk to your driving instructor about it. They should give you regular feedback—and if they aren’t doing so, ask them to start!
2. Have your test booked.
3. Identify the areas you’re struggling with, and put in the work.

How can I improve my driving lessons?

Boost your driving lessons with our top tips

1. Find the right instructor. You will need to feel comfortable with whomever is teaching you.
2. Appropriate clothing.
3. Analyse how you learn.
4. Listen to your instructor and don’t be afraid to ask.
5. Mistakes should make you – not break you.
6. Pace your learning.

What is a bad driving instructor?

There are many signs of a bad driving instructor and below are some of the more common ones: Someone who cannot organise their time will not be able to teach you properly. Going on a drive without a plan, randomly driving around an area is not going to help you get your driving licence.

How can I impress my driving instructor?

To summarise:

1. Be confident but err on the side of caution.
2. Don’t let other road users influence you.
3. Stick to what you know.
4. Bring your instructor with you.

What do I wear to my first driving lesson?

For your first driving lesson, you will need to bring:

• Your provisional licence. This will only be for your first lesson.
• Comfortable shoes. You should wear flat, comfortable shoes that have a thin sole so you can feel the controls properly.
• Glasses or contact lenses.
• A bottle of water.

What is the AARP smart drivers course?

The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course.

What is drivers ed test?

In driver’s ed, it is common for the teacher to use a driver education test to see how well students are absorbing the material. The test has the dual purpose of measuring progress and helping students prepare for the written exam by drilling them on basic laws and procedures related to driving.

What is drivers safety course?

Driver Safety is a state and nationally accredited course whereby drivers can be rewarded for updating their knowledge and skills. The course has been developed and revised regularly during the past quarter-century, with the most recent, research-based update completed a year ago.

What is a driver school?

A driving school is a commercial business authorized by DMV’s Bureau of Driver Training Programs to provide driving instruction for hire, which could include behind-the-wheel driving lessons. DMV issues driving school licenses to those qualified to conduct a driving school business.