Driver training
Prepare your instructor training course curriculum
If you are applying to become an instructor training facility, you’ll need to prepare a curriculum and have it approved by our driver education programs advisor (DEPA).
How to get started
After you have requested and received an application package to become an instructor training certification facility, you must develop a course that supports effective learning and meets ICBC standards. You can adapt an existing course or create a new one.
While developing your course, remember that you are not teaching driving - you are teaching how to teach.
Develop an overview of your course
Start by answering these questions:
Where will you instruct?
What content or information will you teach?
How will you divide the time into lessons?
How will you schedule practical and classroom training?
What methods of instruction will you use for each lesson or activity?
In what order will you teach the topics?
What resources and materials will you use?
If you already provide instructor training, review your current program to identify what already meets ICBC requirements and where updates may be required.
Curriculum comparison
If you are applying to become a Class 1-5 instructor training facility, you’ll also need to complete the Curriculum Comparison form. This form is used to show that your course subjects and the time allotted meet the requirements of the Instructor Training Facility Agreement.
Submit your course curriculum
Check the application and approval requirements for the list of all required course materials.
As part of your application to become an instructor training certification facility, curriculum documentation can be emailed to [email protected]. Emailed documents must be type-written and in an editable document format - not scans.
Conduct a pilot
Once your application and curriculum are approved, you will receive interim approval to conduct a pilot course.
A pilot course is an opportunity for you to try out your course with actual students. One of our driving school inspectors (DSI) will evaluate the course and the instructors conducting it. The pilot course typically includes a pre-pilot demonstration. When the pre-pilot is successful, you can then conduct a pilot course. The DSI will evaluate the course and the instructors and provide ongoing feedback and recommendations.
For details on the pilot course process, review the application and approval requirements.
Questions?
If you have questions or need help preparing your curriculum, email [email protected].