PASS PLUS Course

PASS PLUS

What is Pass Plus?

Obviously the last thing you want is to have an accident. So what are the options for reducing the chance of being involved in an accident? A Pass Plus course will enable you to gain confidence and experience after passing your test, including learning how to reduce the risk of accidents.

Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely.

It can be taken at any time although it should be most useful to new drivers in the year after passing their test.

You’ll need a Pass Plus registered Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) to teach you.

It may help you get a car insurance discount if you successfully complete the course.

Pass Plus consists of 6 modules, each of them designed to give the driver experience driving:

  • In town/city centre
  • In all weathers
  • On rural roads
  • At night
  • On dual carriageways
  • On motorways


All modules should be covered by practical sessions, although local conditions may mean that some are theory based – you won’t be able to practice driving in the snow in the middle of July!

Is there a test at the end of Pass Plus?

There isn’t a test at the end of the course, Your instructor will be assessing you throughout the course and will be completing a training report form. In order to pass, you’ll need to reach the required standard in each module.

Once you have completed the Pass Plus course you must send your training report form, signed by you and your instructor, to the DVSA to receive your certificate:

Who can take Pass Plus?

Anyone who has passed their practical driving test can take Pass Plus, but it is of most use to newly qualified drivers.

“I decided to do the Pass Plus for two reasons, firstly as a parent I want to be the safest driver I can be and secondly because I felt quite nervous about the prospect of going on motorways. The Pass Plus course has exceeded all my expectations. Alan is a fantastic teacher and put me at ease straight away. I have gained so much more confidence and additional driving knowledge and any anxiety I had about driving on motorways has now gone. I would honestly encourage any new driver to do the Pass Plus.”

Hayley Mullender, March 2023

Can Pass Plus save me money on my Car insurance?

Potentially, some insurers will offer a discount on your car insurance policy if you have completed Pass Plus. You may be asked to provide details of your Pass Plus certificate, so make sure you receive yours by sending your signed training report form to the DVSA.

How much does Pass Plus cost?

The cost of Pass Plus depends on your ability. The minimum 6 hours required is £216 – additional hours are charged at £36.00 per hour.