What is Keys2drive?
keys2drive is an Australian Government-funded program providing learner drivers and their parents/supervisors a free driving lesson with an accredited professional driving instructor. In addition, the parent/supervisor will be guided in how to help the learner gain confidence and prepare for safe P plate driving.
Is Keys2drive free?
Keys2drive is providing a free driving lesson to learner licence holders (overseas licence holders are not eligible), which brings the learner and their parent/supervisor together with a Keys2drive accredited professional driving instructor.
What is the main aim of the Keys2drive program?
The Keys2drive program aims to improve driver safety by helping P-platers drive for six months without hurting themselves or others, building a foundation for a life of safe driving.
Can Centrelink pay for my driving lessons?
Under the new support system, the government will pay for driving lessons and help job seekers complete the driving hours they need to get their licence.
What else did the Keys2Drive evaluation show?
A recent analysis of the Keys2Drive program showed participants in NSW were 40 per cent less likely to be involved in a crash that caused moderate to serious injury. It also showed they were 28 per cent less likely to be involved in any road crash in their first six months on P-plates.
Can l drivers drive in NSW?
Restrictions For L Plate Drivers In NSW You may only drive cars (vehicles under 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight). This vehicle restriction applies to all learners. You must be supervised while driving at all times by an Australian driver with a full licence (not provisional or learner)
How much are driving lessons per hour?
The average cost for driving lessons is $50 per hour. Hiring a driving instructor to teach you to drive, you will likely spend between $40 and $60 on each lesson. The price of driving lessons can vary greatly by region (and even by zip code).
What are the three key elements of the Keys2drive program?
Keys2drive has three key components: Voluntary accreditation scheme for professional driving instructors wishing to participate in the program – includes initial training, ongoing professional development and commitment to a keys2drive code of practice developed in consultation with the driver training industry.
Who provides the funding for the Keys2drive program?
Keys2drive is an Australian Automobile Association (AAA) initiative, funded nationally by the Australian Government and supported by Australia’s state and territory-based motoring clubs.