EDT Lessons

Your x12 Essential Driver Training lessons

Essential Driver Training (EDT) is a mandatory course of twelve driving lessons for those with a B-category learner permit, designed by the Road Safety Authority (RSA).

After obtaining a learner permit, you must complete at least 12 one-hour lessons before applying for the driving test. While these 12 lessons are the minimum requirement, most learners need additional practice to build safe driving habits and successfully pass their test. The learning process varies based on each individual's skills and experience.

What Are the 12 EDT Driving Lessons?

Essential Driver Training (EDT) is a structured program consisting of 12 one-hour lessons designed to equip learner drivers with the fundamental skills needed for safe and competent driving.

  1. Why Are the 12 EDT Lessons Required? The Road Safety Authority (RSA) mandates that all new drivers complete the 12 EDT lessons before being eligible for a driving test date. This ensures that every learner develops the skills necessary for safe driving.

  2. Who Needs to Complete the 12 EDT Lessons? Any driver issued a learner permit on or after April 4, 2011, is legally required to complete the 12 EDT lessons before applying for a driving test.

  3. How Does the Process Work? As you complete each lesson, I will track your progress in the RSA’s EDT logbook. This logbook is a crucial document that records your training and includes comments, tips, and advice for improvement.

  4. What Is the RSA 12 EDT Driving Logbook? The EDT logbook is essential for tracking your progress throughout the 12 lessons. I will sign and stamp the logbook after each completed lesson. You must bring this logbook to each lesson, as it is required to verify your completion of the course.

    You won’t be able to schedule your driving test until all 12 lessons are completed and recorded in the RSA’s EDT portal. I always ensure a smooth process, with prompt updates to your logbook on the RSA system.

Breakdown of the 12 EDT Driving Lessons

  • Car controls and safety checks

  • Correct positioning

  • Changing direction

  • Progression management

  • Correct positioning (in more complex situations)

  • Anticipation and reaction.

  • Sharing the road

  • Driving safely through traffic

  • Changing direction (in more complex situations)

  • Speed management

  • Driving calmly

  • Night driving

Let’s get drivin’