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I would respectfully disagree, the idea of having to take a test is


Is the course a test? If it was then then it might be a good thing but seeing how it isn't a test then the course will only serve its purpose to those who will benefit from it?

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I would respectfully disagree, the idea of having to take a test is


Is the course a test? If it was then then it might be a good thing but seeing how it isn't a test then the course will only serve its purpose to those who will benefit from it?

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So how do you determine who will benefit from it?

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If no-one will benefit from a course then why don't you write a course that will benefit more people?

remember the books and courses are written by people who write books and courses!

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So how do you determine who will benefit from it?


It is not my domain to determine who might benefit from a particular course, that decision resides with those who feel they might derive some benefit. I am sure there are persons who believe that such a course might be beneficial but I am not one of those persons.

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We have been told there will be a multiple choice test of about 80 questions (I think). At the end of the day this thing is here now and nothing that we will do will make it go away, so people should just take the damn thing.
I will admit that so far it hasnt really taught me anything that i dont already know, but as ive mentioned earlier it will benefit new people to the trade and hopefully encourage a more professional taxi driver.
One thing that does need clarifying is the amount of time that this involves, as we have been told approx 25 hours maximum, and that includes the "on the job" assessment.


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It wont be long before all local authorities insist on the qualification before firms/drivers can carry out their account work, and then you'll all be moaning when we've got all the school runs :D

I think if drivers can see a real benefit to all this lark then lovely jubbly, but until such a time arrives then methinks scepticism is the name of the game.

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A positive outlook, Westside 1.

Elsewhere, there is a long discussion about dereg and standards. IMHO, this is another weapon in raising standards.

Most drivers taking part will a least give some thought to what is required of them which will then be translated into their day-to-day work. It's certainly benefitted our customers, and hence our company, now that 90% of our drivers have now taken part.


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Forgive my inexperience, but aren't the btec and/or nvq a good way to get the rogues and those unable to speak english off the HC/PH track... ?


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Where would a driver stand who is dyslectic, in reading and writing :?:


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Where would a driver stand who is dyslectic, in reading and writing :?:

It's just like coming on this forum... except alongside the questions you have boxes to tick for the right answer... and the driver with problems will be given support.

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Where would a driver stand who is dyslectic, in reading and writing :?:

It's just like coming on this forum... except alongside the questions you have boxes to tick for the right answer... and the driver with problems will be given support.


even tho the boxes are there, it does not mean that you click or pencil in the right answer under extreme pressure of doing an exam, you could fail the course after spending all that money and time only to be told by the LA, sorry old pal, I know youve been a cab driver for over 30 years, sorry and all that, but could you just hand in your licence on the way out, till you pass the next course

and what about the driving assessment part of the test, is this a talking test or driving test by non qualified people

there is no laid down , you do not have to talk to the customer, all is needed is "wheres you going", at the end of the journey, "thatlll be 5 pounds please, thank you, bye


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They are proposing to do the same down here, listen to this - it is a 60/70 hour course along similar lines as mentioned costing the drivers £250/£300.


If the Btec is taken with an NVQ it shouldn't cost drivers any money there is funding available at the moment.

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From my personal point of view I don't see the point in wasting my time on a course that isn't going to enhance my understanding of the taxi trade. I doubt fear of the classroom would prove too intimidating for most people.

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Do you see the point if it means you get to keep your badge so you can earn your living

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Is the course a test? If it was then then it might be a good thing but seeing how it isn't a test then the course will only serve its purpose to those who will benefit from it?

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The Btec has a test at the end of it. The NVQ doesn't :D

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They are proposing to do the same down here, listen to this - it is a 60/70 hour course along similar lines as mentioned costing the drivers £250/£300.


If the Btec is taken with an NVQ it shouldn't cost drivers any money there is funding available at the moment.



Enter the second scam.

Training providers saying they need £250/£300 for the BTEC but they will do the NVQ for free.

When will people listen ............................... unless you use a recognised Institution like a local college you run the risk of being scammed big style.

These people are in it for the money and the money alone.

It should also be said that the people adding weight to the scam artists tricks are those who are burying their heads in the sand about potential outcomes regarding making qualifications mandatory.

Don't come crying when these people get the qualification mandatory so that they can make more money ........................ money that will come out of your pockets.

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The Btec has a test at the end of it. The NVQ doesn't


What do you know about the test, for example does it have a pass threshold?

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The Btec has a test at the end of it. The NVQ doesn't


What do you know about the test, for example does it have a pass threshold?

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Yes it does have a pass threshold :D

What else do you want to know?

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The Btec has a test at the end of it. The NVQ doesn't


What do you know about the test, for example does it have a pass threshold?

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Yes it does have a pass threshold :D

What else do you want to know?


I would like to know what the pass threshold is, if thats ok?

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