National Motorway Awareness Courses: Course Content

The course lasts for 3 hours, including a break and registration, there is no practical on-road element involved in this course. The course aims at increasing knowledge of the meaning of smart motorway signs. Improve understanding of why variable speed limits and lane closures are imposed, and how to use emergency areas safely and appropriately. Increase awareness of the risks of breaking rules on smart motorways, and your personal responsibility for decisions about complying with rules on smart motorways. The course will also aim to Increase your perception of control over complying with smart motorway regulations.

What does a course involve?

The course is an interactive workshop, combining discussion, group work and presentations. It has been designed to be participative and informative.

Who takes the course?

It is presented by professional, specially trained tutors who have a road safety background. The course will be delivered in a friendly non-confrontational manner.

Why should I attend?

The National Motorway Awareness Course gives you the opportunity to review your approach to driving and perhaps do this for the first time since your driving test. Through presentations and discussions you will gain insight into the decisions that people make on the road and what motivates you as a driver. You will not be judged on the way you drive, rather we encourage you to think about your driving in more detail and to reduce the risk of a further incident.

What is expected from you?

By agreeing to attend the course you must successfully complete the course, which involves:

  • Participating fully
  • Making a positive contribution to the course