Pass Plus / Pass Plus Cymru


We offer both Pass Plus and Pass Plus Cymru


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About Pass Plus


Pass Plus is an established training course aimed at new drivers. It was designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry. Statistics show that new drivers are more likely to have an accident in the first two years after passing their test, due to lack of driving experience. Pass Plus builds on your skills and knowledge. It will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, to help you become a more confident driver.


Who Can Do Pass Plus Training?


You can take a Pass Plus course at any time, but it's mainly aimed at new drivers in the first year after passing their test.


Pass Plus Modules


Pass Plus consists of six modules about driving in different conditions ...

  • In town
  • In all weathers
  • On rural roads
  • At night
  • On dual carriageways
  • On motorways


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Pass Plus Cymru


Pass Plus Cymru has been developed to offer a lot more than the basic Pass Plus scheme.

What's Involved?

A group discussion forum (compulsory)

  • Up to 3 hours with an experienced driver trainer
  • In a group of up to 20 young drivers
  • The interactive session covers all 6 elements of the Pass Plus Scheme, defensive driving issues, as well as looking at driving attitude

On-the-road training

  • Following the theory session participants will be appropriately paired. Each pair will go on to spend a whole day, or two half-day sessions, taking turns with an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) carrying out on-road driver training. This is done as soon as possible after the evening theory input
  • The on road training will cover the Pass Plus modules as well as dealing with other situations as they occur
  • You will be treated at all times as a fully qualified driver!


Why should I do it?

As well as reducing your road risk and helping you gain valuable experience and skills, on completion of the course each candidate will be issued with a Certificate of Achievement as well as the Pass Plus Certificate. This will allow you to claim the benefits outlined under the Pass Plus Scheme.

The cost of the whole course is £20, a massive discount from the normal cost of between £120 and £150 (Made possible by a special road safety grant from the Welsh Assembly Government)

To join the course you must ...

  • Be between the ages of 17-25
  • Hold a full driving licence
  • Live in Wales

For more information, please Contact Us

Note : The Pass Plus certificate is issued by the DSA and not MAC.
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