Are you ready to take the next step toward a rewarding career as a train driver? Our TDF Level 3 Certificate – Train Driver Pre Employment Training (PET) is an innovative eLearning course designed to give you a competitive edge. By completing this course, you'll demonstrate to Train Operators that you’re serious, capable, and ready to succeed, greatly increasing your chances of being hired.
With train driver vacancies attracting thousands of applicants—and over 90% being rejected—standing out from the crowd is essential. This course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for success, all aligned with Train Driving Licensing and Certification Regulations (TDLCR) and the Train Driver Apprenticeship Standards. Completion of the course shows employers that you're prepared to study at the technical level needed and are less likely to require retraining.
This course covers 4 key modules, providing essential knowledge and practical exercises to prepare you for the role:
Each module concludes with an End of Module Assessment to track your progress and ensure you’re mastering the material.
The course can be completed in 6 to 9 weeks, depending on the time you can dedicate. Each sub-section is designed to be manageable, with units that can be completed in single study sessions.
Take control of your future and show Train Operators that you're ready to excel. Enroll today and start your journey toward becoming a train driver!
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The Train Driver Academy is committed to giving you the best chance of success. Our services are designed to assist you at all stages during the application process – from initial research to job offer.
Step 1 – Research the role. What do train drivers do? You’ll find detailed guidance on our website.
Step 2 – Find a company that is hiring. Use our search page. Register for email job alerts from every train company operating within 45 minutes to an hour of you.
Step 3 – Apply for a role. As soon as a job comes up, apply straight away. Let us review your CV before you submit it. 90% of applications fail at this stage. Don’t get rejected here.
Step 4 – Prepare for interview. Download our detailed interview guide complied by current hiring managers.
Step 5 – Practice for aptitude tests. Check out the psychometric page on our site for details and download our app from the app store to practice your skills.
Step 6 – Stand out from the crowd. Complete an eLearning course.
Step 7 – Hopefully a job offer from the hiring company.
We’re different from our competitors as we are current UK Train Drivers, Instructors, Managers, Recruiters and Assessors. We don’t deal with any other profession other than what we know best. Train Driving.
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The Training Team
Train Driver Academy
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