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TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver TrainingDriving instructor course in Victoria.
The nationally recognised qualification you need for a Driving Instructor Authority in Victoria. Study the theory online, then train one-to-one in Melbourne.
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Course at a glance
- Qualification
- TLI41225 Certificate IV
- Course fee
- $3,750
- Payment
- $1,500 deposit, or instalments
- Theory
- 12 units, online
- Practical
- One-to-one in Melbourne
- Time to complete
- Up to 6 months
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Becoming a driving instructor in Victoria: the short answer
Quick answer: To become a driving instructor in Victoria, you complete the TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training and apply to Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic) for a Driving Instructor Authority (DIA). With 121 Driver Training, the course costs $3,750, a $1,500 deposit secures your place (or you can pay in up to 6 interest-free instalments instead), and you can qualify in as little as 8 weeks.
Reviewed by Sina Bakhshalian, CEO of 121 Driver Training, training driving instructors since 2019. Last updated October 2026.
Welcome to the Driving Instructor Course in Victoria (Melbourne): TLI41225 – Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training (Specialisation Group A – Car). This certificate is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
This qualification defines the skills and knowledge required for road transport trainers who will be training individuals or groups in cars, heavy vehicles or motorcycles. It is not a course for getting your own driver licence.
Job roles
The main job role for this qualification is car driving trainer.
This qualification meets part of Victoria’s requirements for a Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) from Safe Transport Victoria. See the licensing steps below for other requirements.
The following information pertains to Victoria only. If you are looking for something other than the Driving Instructor Course in Victoria, please choose your state or territory.
How the course worksTheory at home. Practical training where you’ll teach.
You have up to 6 months from enrolment. Most people finish in a few months, around their current job.
Theory
Study online, at your pace
12 units in the Student Portal, about 8–12 hours each. A printed pack is available if you prefer paper.
Practical
Train one-to-one in Melbourne
Just you and your trainer, in a real car. Most trainees need 12–15 trainer hours, with sessions available 7 days a week.
Assessment
Final on-road assessment
At least 2 hours, covering lesson delivery, commentary driving and core manoeuvres. A second attempt is free.
Practical training in MelbourneLearn on the roads you’ll teach on.
A local, fully qualified trainer/assessor with several years of industry experience will deliver the practical training in Melbourne. You practise on the streets your learners will drive.
- One-to-one, just you and your trainer
- 7 days a week, 8 am to 8 pm
- Sessions booked around your current job
Licensing in VictoriaHow to apply for your Driving Instructor Authority in Victoria
In Victoria, you need a Driving Instructor Authority (DIA) from Safe Transport Victoria (ST Vic) to teach someone to drive for payment.
- Step 1
Check you’re eligible
Check you meet the eligibility criteria:
- A full (not probationary) Australian or New Zealand driver licence, held for at least 6 months
- A medical assessment to the commercial standard, completed by your GP
- Able to pass a National Police Check (completed through Service Victoria after you apply)
- Assessed as a fit and proper person
- Step 2
Earn your Certificate IV
Complete the TLI41225 – Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training.
- Step 3
Verify your identity
Verify your identity through Service Victoria, using a smartphone and at least two identity documents (one with a photo).
- Step 4
Create your account and apply
Sign up for, or log in to, the ST Vic portal and start your application.
- Step 5
Upload your evidence
Upload a letter from your training provider confirming your TLI41225 completion (and whether you trained in a manual or automatic), a passport-style photo and, to teach learners under 18, your employee Working with Children Check number.
- Step 6
Upload your medical
Upload your medical assessment.
- Step 7
Pay and get your DIA
Review your application and pay the fee ($622 for a 3-year DIA at the time of writing). Service Victoria then runs your National Police Check, and ST Vic reviews your application.
Before you apply
You need an employee Working with Children Check to teach learners under 18. ST Vic may refuse applicants it considers not fit and proper, for example because of offences involving violence, dishonesty, sexual misconduct or children, or a serious or recent traffic history.
This information is accurate at the time of publication (October 2026) and the regulator can change it at any time without notice. Check the latest requirements on the regulator’s website using the link below.
More details from ST VicWhat you’ll need in Victoria
- A full Australian or New Zealand licence, held for at least 6 months
- TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training
- A National Police Check, completed through Service Victoria
- A medical assessment to the commercial standard
- An employee Working with Children Check to teach learners under 18
Still weighing up the career?
See what driving instructors earn in Melbourne, whether the job suits you, and the steps from enrolment to your DIA.
How to become an instructor in VictoriaTLI41225 course fee in Victoria$3,750, one fixed price.
Pay a $1,500 deposit when you enrol and the balance before your practical training starts. Need help spreading the cost? You can choose up to 6 interest-free instalments instead, at whatever frequency suits you.
Price match. If you find an identical accredited course offered by another Registered Training Organisation (RTO) at a lower price, we’ll match it. See our Terms and Conditions.
- Manuals and workbooks
- One-to-one practical training
- Final on-road assessment
- Support after you qualify
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How do I become a driving instructor in Victoria?
- Check you meet the criteria: a full Australian or New Zealand licence held for at least 6 months, a commercial-standard medical assessment, a National Police Check and a fit and proper person assessment.
- Complete the TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training.
- Apply through the Safe Transport Victoria portal with your documents, including your employee Working with Children Check if you’ll teach learners under 18.
- Pay the application fee and receive your Driving Instructor Authority.
How much is the course in Victoria?
$3,750 in Melbourne, with a $1,500 deposit when you enrol and the balance before practical training starts. If you need help spreading the cost, you can pay in up to 6 interest-free instalments instead. If you find an identical accredited course offered by another RTO at a lower price, we’ll match it.
How long does the course take?
You can qualify in as little as 8 weeks. Theory is online and self-paced, and practical training is one-to-one with a qualified trainer, available 7 days a week from 8 am to 8 pm, so you can fit it around your job.
Is TLI41225 recognised in other states?
Yes. The TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework. Each state and territory sets its own licensing requirements, so check the pathway for the place you plan to teach.
Can I talk to someone before I enrol?
Yes. Book a free consultation to talk through where you are now, where you want to be and whether this career is right for you.
Is driving instruction a good career in Victoria?
It suits people who want flexible hours, the option to run their own business and work that helps others gain independence. Our guide to becoming a driving instructor in Melbourne covers potential earnings, flexibility and what the job involves.
Does Safe Transport Victoria accept TLI41225?
Yes. The TLI41225 Certificate IV in Motor Vehicle Driver Training is on the list of qualifications Safe Transport Victoria accepts for a Driving Instructor Authority.
Where is the practical training?
One-to-one with your trainer in Melbourne. If you are elsewhere in Victoria, talk to us about training arrangements in your area.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Our standard payment is a $1,500 deposit when you enrol, with the balance due before practical training starts. If you need help spreading the cost, you can pay in up to 6 interest-free instalments instead, at whatever frequency suits you. This option is available in every state and territory.
What if I don’t pass the final assessment?
Your second attempt is free. Your trainer will tell you exactly what to work on first.
Driving instructor courses by stateTeaching somewhere else?
NSWSydney and NSW – Driving instructor course in NSWQLDBrisbane and Gold Coast – Driving instructor course in QueenslandWAPerth – Driving instructor course in Western AustraliaSAAdelaide – Driving instructor course in South AustraliaTASHobart – Driving instructor course in TasmaniaACTCanberra – Driving instructor course in the ACTNTDarwin – Driving instructor course in the NT
Thinking about the career first? Read our guide to becoming a driving instructor in Melbourne, compare every state on our state pathways page, or see the full TLI41225 course overview.
