Bus Instructor Training

The Bus Instructor training course provides candidates with the necessary skills to prepare drivers for the DVSA driving tests, to deliver Driver CPC training, and to carry out post-assessment/incident remedial training. Courses are available at the RTITB Instructor Academy in Telford (UK), on your site, or as remote Instructor training for the theory element of the course.

By the end of the Bus Instructor course candidates will:

  • Be able to plan and deliver PCV/PSV training
  • Be able to recall and discuss the responsibilities of a Bus Instructor
  • Be able to explain the content and objectives of the PCV/PSV driving test

Candidates must successfully complete an independent examination to register on the RTITB Register of Professional Instructors.

The Bus Instructor course is suitable for candidates who:

  • Have held (or still hold) a valid Category B entitlement for 3 years of more
  • Have significant experience as professional PCV/PSV drivers
  • Have the confidence to present to small and large groups of their peers
  • Have strong knowledge of The Highway Code
  • Have good communication skills

To book a course at the RTITB Instructor Academy or remote Instructor course, search for dates below, or call +44(0) 1952 520214

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Bus Instructor - Initial

A course for very experienced PCV/PSV drivers who wish to deliver PCV/PSV driver training and who have not been formally trained as an Instructor before.

Price per course, not per candidate (exclusive of VAT)

1 candidate, 1 instructor, 1 vehicle: 7 days £4921

2 candidates, 1 instructor, 1 vehicle: 10 days £7030

Book a course on your site

Bus Instructor - Initial

A course for very experienced PCV/PSV drivers who wish to deliver PCV/PSV driver training and who have not been formally trained as an Instructor before.

To deliver training on your site, you must meet all course resource requirements.

Price per course, not per candidate (exclusive of VAT):

1 candidate, 1 instructor, 1 vehicle: 7 days £4375 (including examination fees)

2 candidates, 1 instructor, 1 vehicle: 10 days £6250 (including examination fees)

The price does not include travel, accommodation and subsistence and will be charged at an additional fee.

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