EDT – What is it?
EDT stands for Essential Driver Training, and it only applies to you if you have taken out your first learner permit after 4 April 2011. All other learner drivers do not have to complete EDT before taking their driving test.
If the issue date of your first B category (Car) learner permit is on or after 4 April 2011, in order to be able to sit your full driving test, you must first complete all EDT lessons.
What does EDT involve?
EDT is a course of 12 one-hour lessons (6×2-hr lessons with FDS). These lessons are designed to cover certain critical driving skills and improve your practical driving skills.
As you complete each lesson, your Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) will record your progress in a specially issued logbook.
You should also have a Sponsor, (an experienced driver (many learner drivers choose a family member)) who will supervise your driving practice outside of lessons, and will also track your progress in your logbook.
After you finish your EDT course, you may still need additional lessons with an ADI to improve your driving skills. Additionally, you should practice with your Sponsor as much as possible to get comfortable behind the wheel.