One-day theory courses

Lately we get the question more and more often whether a one-day theory course is a good idea. They've heard from others that this way they can pass in one go. For us, the alarm bells go off straight away.

When we then ask whether they actually know how these crash-course providers work, they admit they don't. All they want is to get the certificate as fast as possible.

We don't think a one-day course is a good idea. Among other reasons, because a crash course only appeals to the learner's short-term memory, and they've lost the material again by the time they get into the car.

In practice

We almost always notice that a learner from a crash course doesn't have enough theoretical knowledge. Most learners who passed with a one- or two-day theory course also need several attempts to pass the practical exam.

Knowledge of road signs and right-of-way rules are common “gaps” in theoretical knowledge. Not being able to tell the difference between a parking ban and a “closed to traffic” sign, or between a mandatory direction and a one-way street, are common mistakes. Right-of-way and giving-way errors are also made a lot.

The result is that we still have to teach a great deal of theory in the car. That's no problem for us and we're happy to do it, but of course it does add a number of extra driving lessons.

Ask us about the various worthwhile options for theory training — we're happy to help!