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      Intensive Course in Belfast

      Intensive courses (or crash courses as they are sometimes known) should usually be taken between 1-4 weeks. This will depend on how quickly you would like to take your test & the amount of time that you have available.

      The amount of training required varies from person to person. The average course for a complete beginner can take anywhere between 30 to 40 hours for manual courses and less for automatic courses.

      If you’ve had previous experience behind the wheel this should significantly reduce the number of hours needed. The best way to determine how many hours tuition are needed is to take a 1 hour assessment lesson.

      Example of 1 week course (based on 25 hours)

      You would normally take 2.5 hours in the morning. Then a 1.5 hour break followed by another 2.5 hours in the afternoon. This is spread over 5 days with your test at the end.

      This can be very demanding as you have to free up a lot of your time & energy. The benefits are that you are less likely to forget what you’ve learned in this short space of time as opposed to weekly lessons.

      If you don’t have that amount of time to spare why not try 1.5 or 2 hour lessons daily Monday to Friday over a few weeks (the number of weeks will depend on how much training is required) with your test at the end. This is a lot less demanding but is still very effective.

      These courses are flexible and can be designed to fit around your work commitments.

      Considering an intensive course but aren’t sure which one suits you best? Not yet passed your theory test? Please feel free to contact us to discuss your options. If you do not currently hold a provisional license you can apply here.

      All prices quoted include car hire for the practical test. See our Learner Driver Prices for further details.

      To book an intensive course a deposit will be required to secure a place.

      *** Due to a shortage of driving test appointments it may take us a little longer to be able to provide the course. Please contact us for further details ***

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      Intensive Lessons

      *** Due to a shortage of driving test appointments it may take us a little longer to be able to provide the course. Please contact us for further details ***

      All intensive course prices include car hire for the practical test.

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      To determine how many hours are required for an intensive course an assessment lesson will need to be taken.
      Please note that the theory test will have to be passed before booking a course.
      A deposit will also be required to secure the course with the remaining balance to be paid when starting the course.
      Deposits are only refundable if we are unable to fulfil the course due to mechanical breakdown or illness.

      10 hours
      £550
      15 hours
      £750
      20 hours
      £950
      25 hours
      £1,150
      30 hours
      £1,350
      35 hours
      £1,550
      40 hours
      £1,750
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      At Apex Driver Training Belfast, we’re here to make your learning experience as smooth as possible. Our FAQs cover everything from lesson bookings to passing your test with confidence. Whether you're a beginner or looking for advanced training, find the answers you need to get on the road with Apex!

      To start lessons you must be at least 17 and hold a valid Provisional Licence. If you don’t already hold a provisional license you can apply here NI Direct .
      You can start lessons at 16 if you get, or have applied for, the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment ( PIP )
      You don’t need to have passed your Theory Test to take lessons, but you will need to pass the Theory before taking the Practical Test.
      There are a few things to consider.
      In the early stages of learning to drive, manual cars can be slightly more challenging but can also be very rewarding. Once you’ve learned how to control the clutch & change gear. Most people get to grips with this after a few lessons and go on to achieve their goal of becoming a safe & competent driver.
      As automatic cars remove the need to operate a clutch pedal & change gear this can alliviate a lot of fears that you may have. There are less controls to operate which will give you more time to concentrate on other tasks. This also generally reduces the amount of lessons required to become a safe & competent driver.
      If you pass your test in a manual car you are permitted to drive both manual & automatic. If you pass your test in an automatic car you are required to pass another driving test should you decide to switch at a later date.

      All our instructors are experienced, registered professionals who have been approved by the Driver Vehicle Agency. Our aim is to get you driving as quickly and safely as possible. We are qualified to deal with people of all abilities. Please feel free to ask questions if you are finding something difficult to understand. There’s no such thing as a stupid question.

      The amount of lessons needed vary from person to person. The important thing to remember is that you should go at your own pace. Learning to drive isn,t  about rushing to pass a driving test. It’s about learning to become a safe & competent driver.
      The Driving Standards Agency recommend around 45 hours of tuition and 20 hours of private practise although most people feel qualified sooner than that.
      Our lessons are on a one-on-one basis with the instructor and typically last between 1 and 2 hours

      The total cost will vary from person to person as everyone learns different rates. The length of time it takes to reach test standard depends on previous experience (if any). Learner Driver Prices

      It might be better for a student to learn to drive in Belfast, rather than learning with an instructor in their home town.
      Learning in Belfast means you learn to drive in a city and can adapt to changing lanes etc at your own pace. Having an instructor at your side is better than learning in a small town, then being overwhelmed on your first trip to the city!
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      Learning to drive is more important than ever in today’s tough economic climate, it can mean all the difference when applying for a job, making the most of university or simply cutting the cost of getting around. At Apex, one of the top driving schools in Belfast, we are committed to teaching you to develop safe and solid driving skills in a friendly and professional environment.
      We currently provide both manual & automatic lessons in the Belfast area.

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