The examinations set by the Driving Standards Agency for those seeking to have their name entered on the Register of Approved Driving Instructors are in three parts.

Part I Test of Theoretical Knowledge.

Part II Test of Driving Ability.

Part III Test of Instructional Ability.

Each test must be passed before the next test can be applied for. There is a maximum number of three attempts at any one of the practical tests and all tests must be passed within a two year period, which commences from the date of passing part I. If the trainee is not successful within three attempts of any of the practical tests, then they must wait for the expiry of the two-year period before starting to re-take the qualifying examinations, commencing with part I. A trainee licence valid for six months can be applied for, under sponsorship, once parts I and II have been successfully completed and they have received 40 hours part III training. However, this is not essential and can sometimes extend the length of time it takes to qualify.