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Taxi and Private Hire Assessment
Tailored packages available
Overview
Course overview
Why should you take this course?
To become a licenced taxi driver, most licensing officers will request that you pass a formal assessment to ensure that you are a proficient driver, and that you are able to provide a safe and considerate service for passengers.
IAM RoadSmart is an official taxi assessment provider. We cover the requirements of most councils across the UK. Please note, it is your responsibility to check whether your local licensing authority has any additional requirements not covered by our assessment.
What can you expect?
- Vehicle safety check
- Licence check
- Eyesight check
- One-to-one assessment with a friendly and experienced instructor
- Knowledge of the principles of smooth and efficient driving
- The role of the driver and consideration for customers’ needs
- Safe manoeuvring and use of vehicle controls
- Formal certificate upon passing the assessment
Please note: if you need to cancel your assessment you must do so a minimum of seven days before the scheduled date or you will not be refunded.
Benefits
Benefits
Obtain official certification to operate as a taxi driver in your area
Enhance your driving skill and roadcraft
Increase passenger confidence
Structure
Purchase your taxi assessment
Your details will be forwarded to a local assessor and you will be contacted as soon as possible
Schedule your assessment
You and your assessor will arrange a convenient time and location to hold your session
Ensure that your vehicle is suitable for test purposes
You must have the appropriate insurance, valid MOT and tax
Complete your assessment
Upon successful completion you will be issued with a certificate and a copy of your Driver Evaluation Report
