Trainer Testimonials

Hi Dean,

Thanks for all your help towards my check test,Your enthusiasm,dedication,encouragement and clear communication have helped and motivated me to maintain the standards required to provide good instruction on our roads.I would recommend Dean to anyone in the driver training industry for all there CPD needs

Chris Sedgewick-08/11/2011(Grade 5)

Hi Dean

Thank you so much for getting me through the part 3. having previously trained with a big company for parts 1 and 2, which cost me a considerable amount of time and money. I was feeling totally demoralised and confused.When I began practising roleplay for part 3 with my former trainer, I felt as though I was literally going around in circles, repeating the PSTs and getting nowhere. With your coaching you taught me to understand that it is not about passing exams, more about about becoming a good instructor. So I am thankful that I called you.After chatting to you for about an hour, things started to fall into place and make sense. The coaching I received from you was crystal clear and helped to ensure a first time pass for me. I can honestly say that although I was nervous, I felt very confident before I took the test and was delighted to get a 5/4. Your dedication and commitment is  exemplary and I would have no hesitation in recommending  you and Inspire to potential driving instructors.

Darius Tanca-08/11/2011

"You may find it difficult to pass if you do not receive any professional training. The qualifying  process is not easy,and the pass rates are not high."

DSA Publication ADI 14 02/08

One only has to look at the DSA staistics for the part 3 pass rate to realise how vital it is to receive  proper training for this challange, however all training is not the same!

After a course with an ORDIT registered training provider my first attempt at part 3was unsuccessful.In hindsight,I was not adequately prepared for the test.

Success on the second attempt at part 3was due entirely to the quality of the training provided by Dean Henson of Inspire Instructor Training College. There were no surprises on the day because Dean's consummately professional instruction covers exactly what the DSA are looking for. The core competency coaching provided by Dean was absolutely invaluable and the roleplay and fault simulation during training proved to be totally accurate.

Thank you Dean and I look forward to continuing professional development coaching with you.

Chris Smart-ADI-2010

After twenty years in retail I decided it was time for a career change. After researching a lot of coaching companies I was put in touch with Dean henson from Inspire and then my journey began towards becoming a driving instructor and what a roller coaster of a ride it was.

I have been on and took part in various management courses in my career, However Dean's passion, knowledge and above all his dedication to his students shone above any trainer/coach or mentor I have met.

On a few ocassions to be honest I felt like throwing in the towel, however Dean never gave up on me, and after a few inspirational words of encouragement I was back on my new career path and on the 16th of October 2011 I passed my part three 5/4.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Inspire Driver training College for Instructor training. Overall I have come to realize that Dean is superb at what he does, he cares, takes pride in what he does and does not see it as a job, more as a passion. I look forward to developing my skills as an ADI then onto fleet and the ADI Driver training course!!!!.

Thanks Dean,it has been a pleasure meeting you and hopefully working with you in the years to come.

Paul Avenell- October 2011  

I had been struggling for some time with part 3, and new this would be the hardest part of my training. I had failed twice and was beginning to lose hope in meeting the mark for my third attempt. After being pointed in the right direction, I began training with Dean at Inspire and never looked back. he simplified the lesson plans and coaching methods and worked at a pace that suited me. His "keep it real" appraoch made sense and the one to one coaching was far more effective than what I had been paying for. Thank you Dean for being patient and seeing the potential in me.

Karen Cuthbertson-17/09/2010    

Dean,

Having been on a trainee licence for 5 months,failing my first attempt and spending a fortune on the comapny I was training with, I got chatting to an ADI in a test centre who was very impressed and had succeeded with the training you had given him.It was fantastic advice as after the first coffee and informal chat we had I was truly blown away.I new then that Inspire was the way forward and I am so pleased that I did.Your training,dedication and passion for what you do is inspirational and thanks to you on my second attempt I passed with a 6/5.There were times I nearly gave up but you never gave up on me.You have given me foundations to build on and I look forward to attending your CPD courses to help me be the best I can be.Thanks also to Steve Gillingham who helped me when Dean was away and continued to support me throughout.

What a fantastic team

Andrea Wood-November 2009 

Dean,

Having spent a huge amount of money on Instructor training with a large training company and almost at the point of giving up as I felt the training methods they were using were not working for me,they were using a "buddy system" which in simple terms means two to one training which in reallity means, of the 40 hours training I should have received amounted to twenty as twenty hours were spent in the back observing thereby only receiving twenty hours actual training.Me and my "buddy" both decide to stop training with them.The other person then rang me some weeks later to say she had passed her part three at the first attempt and recommended that I contacted Dean Henson who had completed her training.The training was "one to one" and it was superb as a result I was able to emulate my "buddy" by passing my part three first attempt.This despite the fact that I had not been on a trainee licence.

I attribute that success to the training I received from Dean and thanked my former "buddy" for the recommendaion to train with Inspire.

I would have no hesitation in recommending ADI training with Inspire and in particular Dean Henson the coaching and encouragement I received made all the difference.

Alan Barnes-2008 

Dean

Just a note to express my thanks for the superb training and support for the recent(successful)attempt at part 3,ADI.As you know,I have previously received training from other sources,but Inspire proved to be by far the best.I would like to thank you and Dave Thackwray for all the effort that you have both put in with me,it was brilliant.

Thanks again for your help.Much appreciated.I'll see you all later for the Fleet Training.

Chris Ward

I would like to thank Inspire Driver Training for all the help and training that has been provided to help me progress through my  ADI course,especially to Dean Henson for all the hard work and effort he has put in to help me on my way.The training I have received has been first class, both during and after working hours.I am thoroughly looking forward to working as an ADI and look forward to all the CPD courses.I would thoroughly recommend Inspire.

Wayne Trowles-January 2010

Hi Dean,

I would like to express my appreciation for your company.Since I began training to become an ADI I had heard far too many horror stories regarding various training companies.I must say that I'm very relieved and happy to have been initially put in contact with Inspire.The training was excellent especially since I passed my part 3 first attempt.The standard of training I received from Inspire  was first class.It was a pleasure to have met you both.

Nick Turnbull-Jan 2010 

Hello Dean,

I would have no hesitation in recommending the Fleet Diploma course with Inspire Driver Training in particular Dean Henson,he came very highly recommended.I passed my Fleet course only a couple of months ago,shortly after that I was informed that I had a check test .With Dean he does not forget you,he keeps in touch so when he found out I had a check test he was only to happy to help.He coached me through all aspects of the preperation and when I started to panic the day before he calmed me down straight away and cleared my head of negative thoughts.All went well on the day and I acheived a grade 5 which I was more than happy with.With  Inspire and Dean in particular you get what you pay for and far more.Thanks Coach!

Stuart Thompson-September 2010

Dean

Fom day one Dean friendly personality and professional attitude made me comfortable and confident in that I made the right choice to be coached by him.

To be honest it was a long hard journey for me on part 3 there were a few times when I thought this isn't the job for me, however Dean came to every session with enthusiasm,determination,encouragement and a sense of humour. this gave me the confidence and knowledge to go all the way to become an ADI, I am really enjoying being a Driving Instructor and pleased Dean had faith in me and pushed me all the way so that I finally crossed the line. I would also like to thank Steve G for stepping in when Dean was unavailable.

Brian N   

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