Course & Testing Overview
Qualification Content
The SQA Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to the Role of the Professional Taxi and Private Hire Driver is designed to develop the knowledge of prospective or existing drivers.
As above, we have two options for candidates:
In Person - Face to Face | The course is carried out over 3 days (typically Monday-Wednesday) with a specifically designed practical unit which raises awareness of the differing types of disabilities your passengers may present. We focus on ensuring that your service (once qualified) is accessible to all.
Self Teaching - Online Learning | We provide you with access to an online portal to study at your own pace. The portal is developed to allow you to digest the information and continuously test yourself, proving competence along the way prior to sitting your exams for real.
Qualification Certification
The course is made up of 9 units which covers all you'll need to know from Health & Safety, disability awareness, safely transporting passengers (including schoolchildren) through to fare administration.
On the Wednesday afternoon of the course, candidates will sit exams for units 1-4, with units 5-9 being sat on the Thursday.
Due to our unique delivery method and expertise, we anticipate that minimal candidates will be required to resit any exams, but where necessary, these can be booked in around candidates busy lifestyles. Typically, we keep the Friday blank for any resits.
If attending the face to face course, you should expect to be at the centre for at least 4 days of a week. If you are taking the "Self Teaching" route, you will only need to attend the centre for 1 day to undertake the disability practical assessment and take your exams.
Our Team
ITTCo is run by Steven Russell who has been in the Taxi trade for many years, hence our expertise being in the offering of Taxi & Private hire training, inclusive of local knowledge (route) training. Steve has established and grown the centre, moving locations in 2020 to enable diversitifaction and is supported by Dave & Chris, as well as a number of other "back office" team members. A little bit about the front of house team below.
Steven Russell
Managing DirectorWith almost 25 years in the trade, I am passionate about the training and development of drivers. Being a taxi driver is a fantastic career opportunity and getting that message out there is key for us at ITTCo.
David Rogers
TrainerOver the last 12 years, I have taken up a role as a tutor/trainer and offered training in Taxi and Private Hire industry, working with the SQA.
Chris Jones
TrainerEngaging and developing delegates through our programme is one of my biggest motivators. My role is to ensure that our delegates are equipped to successfully complete the qualification.