You may be just about to turn 16, and I don’t doubt that you’re aware you’re now almost eligible to gain your learners permit in the state of NSW, Australia. If you plan to go and get your learner license on the day of your birthday, there are few things you need to know before doing so.
It’s simply not a matter of rocking up at the RTA and being handed a permit straight away. It’s a little more involved than that. If you want to gain your learner license the first time around, by following these steps you will ensure that happens.
* Read a copy of the Road User’s Handbook. These can be purchased at any RTA across NSW for a nominal fee. Better yet, you can download it from the RTA website at no cost at all! That way you can read it on your computer or print it out to do a little reading away from the PC. Regardless of which option, it’s important for you to read, re-read and understand all the theoretical knowledge in the handbook. You will be tested on your knowledge before gaining a drivers license and you must answer the majority of questions correctly. Some questions are an instant fail regardless of how many question you get right, so remember to consistently make the effort to read this book.
* Book a DKT with the RTA. A DKT is the drivers knowledge test and will form the basis of whether you pass or fail. You must pass this test in order to gain your learners permit. Have a family member drive you so that you may brush up on the syllabus one last time before sitting the test. This way it will remain fresh in your mind.
OK! So you’ve passed your DKT and now have a learners drivers license. Congratulations! Before you can move onto your provisional license (this will allow you to drive by yourself) you will in most cases need to complete a driver log book with 120 hours of driving.
In order to do this, the best way is to book driving lessons with a driving instructor from your local area. This will ensure you will learn the correct rules of the road, how to drive in the correct manner which will lead to passing your practical driving test the first time around. This will save you money, time and get you driving your own car much quicker.
Drive your way on over to the Australian driving school website for more information for learner drivers