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Taxi Course NVQ/VRQ/BTEC Level 2 at Glasgow Scotland

Taxi Course NVQ/VRQ/BTEC Level 2 in Introduction to the Role of the Professional Taxi and Private Hire Driver: This qualification will aim to give you an introduction to the role of the professional taxi and private hire driver and on completion of the course enable you to apply for your taxi licence. This qualification will help and boost learner’s career prospects by giving them the skills, knowledge and understanding that employers look for.

You are allowed a free re-sit for each unit failed. After that should you need to re-sit an exam there will be a charge of £25 per session. Please note that the knowledge test is not part of this qualification.

On achieving the qualification you will automatically be registered on the National Register of Taxi and Private Hire Drivers developed by People First, the UK Skills Council for hospitality, passenger transport, travel and tourism.

Duration: 4 Days
Price From: £299.99 (Book Online)
Pay deposit only, rest on the day

Who is it for?

This course is for you if you are looking to a career in taxi driving or are an existing taxi driver.

Entry Requirements

To enter this program you will need to show enthusiasm, commitment and interest in the subject area and have a commitment to the sector as a whole. No formal qualifications are necessary but a minimum entry 3 level of literacy is required

Course Content

Test Number	Unit Names	Number of Question	Duration of Test
1	Unit 1: Health and safety in the taxi and private hire work environment	24	35
2	Unit 2: Road safety when driving passengers in a taxi or private hire vehicle	30	45
3	Unit 3: Professional customer service in the taxi and private hire Industry	20	35
4	Unit 4: The regulatory framework of the taxi and private hire industry	60	75
5	Unit 5: Taxi and private hire services for passengers who require Assistance (Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4 only)	30	45
6	Unit 6: Routes and fares in the taxi and private hire vehicle industries	20	35
7	Unit 7: Transporting of parcels, luggage and other items in the taxi and private hire industries	20	35
8	Unit 8: Taxi and private hire vehicle maintenance and safety inspections	25	35
9	Unit 9: Transporting of children and young persons by taxi or private hire vehicle	25	35

Outcome

You will achieve a BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to the Role of the Professional Taxi and Private Hire Driver.

On achieving the qualification you will automatically be registered on to the National Register of Taxi and Private Hire Drivers developed by People First, the UK skills council for hospitality, passenger transport, travel and tourism.

How will be Assessed?

Each unit of the qualification has an on-line test which is governed by the awarding body. There are nine units and the tests are scheduled in agreement with the learners and the tutor. Learners are provided with all the necessary support to suit individual requirements.

You are allowed three free re-sit for each unit failed. After that should you need to re-sit an exam there will be a charge of £25 per session.

Please note that for each exam that is taken, photographic identification of yourself is required and this can either be your passport or your full driving licence (paper and card).

Follow up Courses/Progression

NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Taxi and Private Hire)

Certification

After attending the course and successfully passing a multiple-choice questions examination, candidates receive Level 2 ”INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE OF THE PROFESSIONAL TAXI AND PRIVATE HIRE DRIVER” certificate from an awarding body within England and Wales who are currently recognized by Ofqual and Department for Education and Skills.