Learner driver information

Prior to gaining your learner’s license

Before starting driving lessons with Williams OT, a driver will need to sit an occupational therapy driver assessment. You can find out more information about this process at the “Drivers With Disabilities” page.

Below is some additional information specific for learner drivers looking to gain their L’s:

• Prior to applying for your learner’s license, you will need to seek medical clearance.  This can be done with a general practitioner, or specialist doctor familiar with the client eg Paediatrician.  The doctor needs to find a person to is stable and appropriate to learn to drive.
• Practice for the theory test can occur at my license website:- https://www.mylicence.sa.gov.au/my-car-licence/practice-theory-test. If you need specialised assistance with an Occupational Therapist, Williams OT can assist in this area. Your OT will determine this in your initial assessment.
• You will need to produce a completed fitness to drive form in order to be allowed to sit the learner’s test on road rules.
• Your doctor may also recommend a practical on-road driving assessment by a specialist OT. This will be completed as part of your learning process once you have gained your learner’s permit.

Learning to drive

• If specified by your doctor, or if you need further information on the best and most functional and safest way to drive, a comprehensive practical on-road driver assessment is recommended. If you have already completed your initial assessment with Williams OT, you will only need to undertake a practical component.
• With Williams OT, your first driving lessons can be with the dual drained occupational therapist/driving instructor. We understand that your true performance is not always evident on the first outing in the vehicle. Nerves, experience, and equipment need to be considered and function can change in these early stages. Therefore, at Williams OT, unlike other OT practical driver assessment services, our on-road practical assessment is not restricted to a one-off performance. Our assessments are continuous and evolve with changes to your performance as you gain experience.
• A learner program will be specific to your needs, your goals, and the requirements of the licensing authorities.
• At Williams OT, we also strive to assist you to develop the skills to undertake driving lessons/practice with other key stakeholders. We offer train the trainer sessions to upskill mum, dad, or another important person so that they can remain calm, offer sound advice, and have an understanding of the requirements required to gain your license. We recommend watching the below videos together.