🚗 ALPHA WORKSHOP DAY 2026

ADI & PDI Development Event

📅 Thursday 30th July 2026

📍 Mercure Hotel, St Helens
Linkway West
St Helens
WA10 1NG

Join us for an informative and engaging CPD event designed specifically for PDIs and ADIs who are preparing for their Part 3 test, looking to strengthen their Standards Check performance, or wanting to further develop their understanding of supporting a wide range of learners.

This unique workshop brings together former DVSA Senior Examiners and specialist guest speakers, offering practical advice, examiner insight, and evidence-based strategies that can be immediately applied to your lessons.

Hosted & Facilitated by Alpha Driving School & Instructor Training

Throughout the day, all sessions will be hosted and facilitated by the Alpha Driving School & Instructor Training team.

Keith Maidment

Co-Founder & ORDIT Registered Instructor Trainer

Keith is a highly respected instructor trainer with extensive experience developing PDIs and ADIs at all stages of their careers. As an ORDIT Registered Instructor Trainer, Keith has helped countless instructors qualify, improve their instructional techniques and build successful careers within the driver training industry.

Ste Edwards

Co-Founder & ADI Instructor Development Coach

Ste has extensive experience mentoring and developing both learners and instructors, delivering practical, results-focused training designed to improve instructional ability, confidence and learner outcomes. His passion for raising standards and supporting instructors has helped Alpha become one of the leading training providers in the region.

Dave Harvey

ORDIT Registered Instructor Trainer

Dave is an experienced ORDIT Registered Instructor Trainer with a strong reputation for helping instructors develop effective coaching skills, lesson planning techniques and client-centred learning approaches. His practical, supportive approach enables instructors to build confidence and consistently improve their performance.

Together, the Alpha team will facilitate discussions, support learning activities and ensure delegates leave with practical strategies and actionable takeaways.

Former DVSA Senior Examiner Sessions

David Fenton

Former DVSA Senior Examiner

David has over 30 years' experience within the driver training industry. Beginning his career as a Driving Instructor, he later joined the DSA as a Driving Examiner before qualifying as a Supervising Examiner for Approved Driving Instructors (SEADI).

 Throughout his career, David conducted Part 2, Part 3 and ADI Check Tests and played an active role in delivering examiner training and supporting major developments within the driver training industry, including the introduction of client-centred learning and the National Standard for Driver and Rider Training.

Following retirement from DVSA, David now delivers instructor workshops and continues to support PDIs and ADIs in their professional development.

Tom Carter

Former DVSA Senior Examiner

Tom has been involved in the driver training industry for nearly 45 years. After qualifying as an ADI in the early 1980s, he spent almost two decades helping learners develop safe driving skills before joining the Driving Standards Agency as an Examiner.

Tom later qualified as an ADI Examiner and spent many years assessing instructor candidates and qualified ADIs, gaining extensive experience of Part 2 tests, Part 3 tests and Standards Checks. Following his retirement from DVSA in 2022, Tom has continued to support the industry as a consultant, sharing the knowledge and experience gained throughout his career.

David and Tom will provide valuable insight into:

• ADI Part 3 preparation
• Standards Check success
• Lesson planning and lesson structure
• Client-centred learning
• Common weaknesses seen during assessments
• What examiners are looking for
• Practical techniques to improve instructional performance
• Real-world examples and examiner expectations

Their sessions will provide attendees with a clear understanding of how to meet and exceed DVSA expectations whilst delivering high-quality learner-centred lessons

Dr Julia Malkin MBE

Special Guest Speaker (Live via Zoom)

Dr Julia Malkin MBE has worked within the driver training industry as an instructor and trainer for over 20 yearsDiagnosed autistic, with ADHD, dyscalculia, dyslexia and dyspraxia, Julia combines extensive lived experience with academic expertise, including a PhD specialising in neurodiversity.Widely regarded as one of the leading neurodiversity and mental health specialists within the driver training industry, Julia's training helps ADIs and PDIs better understand and support neurodivergent learners.

Over the last 18 years she has received numerous awards for her work and was honoured with an MBE from the late Queen Elizabeth II in the New Year Honours 2011.

Julia's Session Includes

• 45-minute presentation
• 15-minute live Q&A session

Covering:

• Introduction to neurodiversity
• Autism
• ADHD
• Sensory sensitivities
• Mental health considerations in neurodivergent learners

Diane Hall

Test Nerves Specialist

Special Guest Speaker (Live via Zoom)

With over 20 years' experience as an ADI, alongside qualifications as a therapist and membership of the Institute of Master Tutors of Drivers, Diane specialises in helping learners overcome driving anxiety and test nerves.

Diane's session will focus on recognising and managing:

B.E.S.T.

Behaviours • Emotions • Sensations • Thoughts

Diane will show you how to identify and manage negative B.E.S.T. responses and provide practical strategies to support learners under pressure, both during lessons and in the lead-up to test day.

Key Takeaways From The Event

✅ Practical guidance from two Former DVSA Senior Examiners

✅ Increased confidence in preparing for ADI Part 3 and Standards Checks

✅ Improved lesson planning and instructional techniques

✅ Greater understanding of neurodiversity and supporting neurodivergent learners

✅ Practical tools to help learners manage anxiety and test nerves

✅ Live Q&A opportunities with industry experts

✅ Networking with fellow ADIs and PDIs

✅ Actionable strategies you can implement immediately

Included With Your Booking,

🎓 CPD Certificate of Attendance

🚗 2 Months FREE Access to Driving Test Nerves Pro – an online course you can share with your learners to help them overcome driving anxiety and test-day nerves

🎟️ Exclusive Discount Voucher for Future CPD Training

📚 Workshop resources and supporting materials

🤝 Networking opportunities with fellow instructors

Whether you're preparing for your Part 3 test, aiming for a stronger Standards Check result, or looking to enhance your ability to support neurodivergent and anxious learners, Our Alpha Workshop Day provides a valuable opportunity to learn from some of the most respected professionals in the driver training industry.

⚠️Spaces are limited and early booking is recommended.

💳 Flexible Payment Options Available