ADI Registrars reply
ADI grading;
It’s important that any grading structure is clear and simple to understand, and that I can defend the demarcation lines and profiles that fit that grade. For example that an ADI achieving a top grade is predominately awarded scores of 3 across most of the 17 lower competences. It’s also important that the structure encourages ADIs to continue to develop their competence.
In view of some support for only a pass/fail, I’d like to propose an alternative grading structure as set out below:
Score
0 – 30
31- 42 Sufficient competence demonstrated to permit or retain entry on the Register of Approved Driving Instructors
43 – 51 A good overall standard of instruction demonstrated
The 43 score would require a top grade ADI to achieve 9x3 and 8x2. This would equate to 85%.
The Pass grade would represent the biggest band width (61%-84%). An ADI who achieved a score of 38 would achieve, say, 4 x 3 but predominantly 2’s.
In the event of an enquiry from a third party, we only advise if the person is or is not on the register. The ADI is however free to voluntarily disclose their grade, and/or the numerical score, if they wish.
Role Play
Response: The new standards check form seeks to encourage ADIs to self-reflect on their competence ahead of the assessment. The assessment then gives the ADI the opportunity to demonstrate their level of competence by giving their normal day-to-day lesson in the presence of the examiner (e.g. not to do anything different because they are being assessed). Therefore, it is in the interests of the ADI to bring a pupil, which can be a full licence holder.