Number of lessons
12
Minimum per session
1 lesson
Cost per lesson
€40–€60
Total typical cost
€500–€700
EDT is mandatory — there are no exemptionsAll Category B (car) learner permit holders must complete all 12 EDT lessons with an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) before they can book a driving test. This applies even if you have been driving for years in another country on a foreign licence.
The 12 EDT lessons
EDT lesson topics
Lesson 1 — Vehicle controls and safety checksStarting, stopping, basic controls, and the pre-drive routine (lights, tyres, oil, water, fuel).
Lesson 2 — Correct positioningRoad positioning, lane discipline, and driving in the correct position on different road types.
Lesson 3 — Changing directionTurning left and right at junctions, U-turns, and entering and exiting roundabouts.
Lesson 4 — Dealing with other road usersObservation, anticipation, and interacting safely with pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.
Lesson 5 — Making progressDriving at appropriate speeds, overtaking safely, and keeping up with traffic flow.
Lesson 6 — ReversingReversing safely, reversing around a corner, and the turnabout manoeuvre.
Lesson 7 — ParkingParallel parking, bay parking, and parking on hills.
Lesson 8 — Night drivingDriving in low light and darkness, use of headlights, dipped beams, and hazard lights.
Lesson 9 — Driving on high-speed roadsNational roads and dual carriageways — merging, lane changing, and maintaining speed.
Lesson 10 — Anticipation and reactionHazard perception, emergency stops, and responding to unexpected situations.
Lesson 11 — Eco-friendly drivingFuel-efficient driving techniques, reducing emissions, and smooth acceleration and braking.
Lesson 12 — Summary and test preparationReview of all previous lessons, common test faults, and readiness for the driving test.
How EDT is logged
Each EDT lesson is logged by your instructor on the RSA's online system. You don't need to keep your own record — the system tracks your completed lessons and your eligibility to book the driving test is linked to this record.
You can check your EDT log at rsa.ie using your learner permit number. Once all 12 lessons are logged, the system allows you to book the driving test at rsa.ie.
Finding an approved instructor
You must use an RSA-approved driving instructor (ADI) for EDT lessons — lessons with a friend or family member do not count. A full list of ADIs is available at rsa.ie/adi. Shop around — prices vary significantly between instructors and areas.
Not all driving instructors are RSA-approvedOnly RSA-approved ADIs can log EDT lessons. Always confirm your instructor is on the RSA's approved list before booking a course of lessons — otherwise your lessons won't count.
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