Frequently asked questions
If I have been issued with a Suspension Notice from the RMS, if I attend this Course will I keep my licence?
Our business is accredited by the NSW Government to issue an RMS ‘Driver Education Certificate of Completion’ to Traffic Offender Penalties (ITOP) participants upon successful completion of our Course.
How long does the Course take?
Our courses commence at 8.45am or 9.45am (depending on the venue) and generally finishes around 2.30pm - 3.30pm.
What happens if my English skills aren't very good, will I fail?
No, we are there to help you. We have a number of teaching strategies that will assist you
throughout the Course. You are not tested on your handwriting, grammar or spelling.
Everyone who has undertaken each module of study has passed our Course.
Do I need to pay the Course fee prior to attending the Course?
Whilst prepayment is preferred, there are several payment options. Generally people pay the full fee on the first day of the Course or pre-pay via Paypal however we are flexible with cash payments so long as the full payment is received on Day 2.
What do I receive at the end of the Course?
If you pass the Course and have to attend Court, a comprehensive Local Court Report
tailored specifically for you will be prepared on your behalf and emailed to you, the Court in
which you are appearing at and your Solicitor (if you have one).
Is the Course held over one or two days?
All Courses, according to the current NSW Government Guidelines, are required to be
delivered over two consecutive weeks. i.e. One week apart, generally.
How much does the Course cost?
The cost of the two-day course is $170.00.
What happens if I attend Day 1 of a Course but because of work commitments, sickness or travel I can’t make the second day. Can I attend Day 2 on another date?
Yes you can. Please let our staff know so we can rebook your second day on an alernative date.
Does the Court really take into account the fact that I have undertaken a Course?’
Yes they do. We have been present during Court proceedings where our clients have
received a reduced penalty by the Magistrate for completing our Course with the Magistrate
on the record saying that he or she has taken this into (favourable) account when
determining a penalty.
Is it hard to pass the Course?
No, provided you apply yourself throughout the Course and participate during discussion
and activities and adhere to the Code of Conduct. You are required to write answers to
questions where there is no right or wrong answer. The questions are designed as being
purely ‘subjective’.
Does the police find out what I have written or said during the Course?
No. You are our client and on your behalf we provide our Local Court Report to the Court,
you and your Solicitor (if applicable).
I am a declared ‘Habitual Traffic Offender’ and want to get my licence back. Would it help me if I did this Course?
Yes.
Am I required to do a driving test during this Course?
No. Our Course is theory-based.
Do you hold Courses during the week?
Yes we do. We hold our Course on the first and second Tuesday of each month at Lakemba RSL and at 'Club on East' at Sutherland on the last two Wednesdays of each month. We also hold mid-week courses at Forster (Mid-North Coast). Each of these courses are held between 5.30pm and 10pm.
Is your business accredited?
We are fully accredited by the Community and Justice Department within the NSW Government, to deliver the Traffic Offender Intervention Program which incorporates the RMS Driver Education Course. We are a registered company.