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Essential Driver Training (EDT)

Grow into a safe, confident driver

Essential Driver Training (EDT) is a mandatory twelve‑lesson course for learner car drivers under the RSA’s Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) scheme. The curriculum focuses on the core skills every new driver must master to drive safely on today’s roads.
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These 12 lessons are the statutory minimum required before applying for your driving test, but most learners benefit from additional tuition. Learning is an individual process and the pace depends on each learner’s prior skills, confidence and knowledge.
EDT covers practical driving fundamentals — hazard awareness, road positioning, observation, controls and safe decision‑making — all designed to establish good habits from the start.

At ISM, our RSA‑approved instructors deliver tailored EDT lessons nationwide, building a personalised plan that prepares you for both everyday driving and long‑term safety.

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12 Driving Lessons - Esssential Driving Training
12 Lessons of EDT or a Pre-Test Booster to pass your driving test the first time.

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EDT Training

RSA Guidelines and Benefits of EDT Training with ISM

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) recommends that all 12 EDT Lessons should be spread out over the first six months of your new Learner Permit. They also suggest that Learner Drivers take filler lessons in between these EDT lessons if necessary. It is also recommended to get lots of practice with the help of a sponsor i.e. parent, guardian or family friend who possesses a Full Licence a minimum of 2 years. Make sure you are insured for this practice.
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All our ADIs are fully qualified with new Dual-Control Cars which are fully insured for your training. Your Driving Instructor will follow the curriculum of the EDT lessons and aims to grow your confidence, skills and abilities to become a safe driver for life.

We at ISM have been teaching learner drivers for over sixty years. Our nationwide team of Approved Driving Instructors not only teaches you to drive, but we also assist you in accessing reduced car insurance via our insurance partners AXA. When you complete 12 Essential Driving Lessons with ISM you can get up to €400 off your car insurance. Click here to learn more about this exclusive AXA offer for ISM learner drivers.

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Pre-Driving Test Booster

Pass Your Driving Test First Time

ISM’s Approved Pre-Test Instructors cover all Test Routes from every Driving Test Centre in Ireland. At ISM you are guaranteed a professional and personal service from our local qualified ADI Instructors.
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During your short Pre-Test course, your instructor will cover all the manoeuvers and of course will correct all those “bad habits” to have you prepared properly for your Driving Test.

Professional Pre-Test tuition is essential if you are going to succeed and give yourself every chance to pass your Driving Test on your first time. One of the main reasons candidates fail the driving test is because of lack of preparation. With this in mind, ISM also offers practical pre-test courses that offer students a simulation of the Driving Test with one of our expert ADIs. These courses help build your confidence and specifically focus on the areas where you may need further practice. We recommend a Four-Hour Course (2 x 2-hour lessons) which will give you the best chance of passing your Driving Test the first time. Our pre-test lessons cover the actual test routes from every RSA test centre in the country. We have specialist Tutors based at all Driving Test Centres throughout Ireland.

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Boost your test success with 4 pro lessons on real test routes.

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Market-Leading Pricing

Avoid shelling out thousands with no guarantee, ISM ensures the best value and our figures speak for themselves.

12 EDT Lessons

€545

  • ✓ 12 Lesson Package.
  • ✓ Save up to €400 on your AXA Insurance.
  • ✓ Exclusive offer to ISM learners.
  • ✓ Over 90% first time pass rate.

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Pre-Test Booster

€200

  • ✓ 4 lesson pre-test booster package.
  • ✓ Get the skills and confidence to pass your driving test the first time.
  • ✓ Familiarise yourself with the most common driving test routes.
  • ✓ Professional and personal service from your local driving instructor.

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Driving Lessons

€110

  • ✓ 2 driving lessons.
  • ✓ Build on your existing skills and confidence on the road.
  • ✓ Learn to drive with RSA Approved Driving Instructors.
  • ✓ Professional and personal service from your local driving instructor.

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AXA & ISM

Exclusive Insurance Discount

Get €400 off your car insurance when you buy 12 lessons – plus 20% off with AXA Test Drive.

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AXA Insurance Savings

ISM and AXA have teamed up to offer you an unbeatable exclusive offer whereby you can avail of a discounted price of €545 for 12 driving lessons and get up to €400 off your AXA Car Insurance.

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AXA Test Drive

ISM / AXA Test Drive – Driver Assessment guarantees a minimum of 5% off your car insurance. Book ISM / AXA Test Drive, a 45-minute assessment of your driving skills to get savings up to 20% off with our insurance partners AXA.

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AXA Insurance Savings

ISM and AXA have teamed up to offer you an unbeatable exclusive offer whereby you can avail of a discounted price of €545 for 12 driving lessons and get up to €400 off your AXA Car Insurance.

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AXA Test Drive

ISM / AXA Test Drive – Driver Assessment guarantees a minimum of 5% off your car insurance. Book ISM / AXA Test Drive, a 45-minute assessment of your driving skills to get savings up to 20% off with our insurance partners AXA.

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ISM Driving School, in a Location Near You

Location is not a problem for ISM, with over 200 RSA Approved Driving Instructors we can accommodate your learning wherever in Ireland you might be.
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ISM Training Centre (Finglas)

Jamestown Business Centre,
Jamestown Road,
Finglas, Dublin 11, D11 X853

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ISM Training Centre (Tallaght)

Jamestown Business Centre,
Jamestown Road,
Finglas, Dublin 11, D11 X853

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Going The Extra Mile

Pass your driving test first time

Our Approved Pre‑Test Instructors specialise in test preparation and cover the official test routes from every Driving Test Centre in Ireland, giving you real‑world familiarity with the roads you’ll face on test day.

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The pre‑test course focuses on core manoeuvres, practical corrections to any bad habits, vehicle checks and route‑specific coaching to ensure you’re test‑ready and confident behind the wheel.

We recommend a Four‑Hour Course (2 × 2‑hour lessons) as the most effective short programme to simulate the driving test and address targeted areas for improvement.

ISM offers experienced ADI tutors at all test centres who provide professional, personal tuition and simulated test sessions to boost confidence and maximise your chances of passing first time.

The pre‑test course focuses on core manoeuvres, practical corrections to any bad habits, vehicle checks and route‑specific coaching to ensure you’re test‑ready and confident behind the wheel.

We recommend a Four‑Hour Course (2 × 2‑hour lessons) as the most effective short programme to simulate the driving test and address targeted areas for improvement.

ISM offers experienced ADI tutors at all test centres who provide professional, personal tuition and simulated test sessions to boost confidence and maximise your chances of passing first time.

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