Why Join?
The DIA offers driving instructors professional support, help in developing your career and business, and a voice in the driver training industry.
Professional Indemnity insurance – up to £5million
Our membership provides protection for DIA members in the event of a claim arising out of a breach of professional duty.
Public Liability insurance – up to £10million
This cover provides protection for DIA members against claims by third parties for legal liabilities following bodily injury or damage to property, beyond the existing cover from your motor vehicle insurance policy.
Instructors’ helpdesk
Expert advice is just a phone call or email away, whether it’s advice on check tests, franchises, car warranty problems or DSA issues.
Mail order shop
DIA membership rewards you with savings from our extensive range of mail order products, including teaching aids, resource materials for you and your pupils and promotional items for your business.
Industry-specific publications
Every month you will receive one of our exciting publications – Driving Instructor and Driving – packed full of industry news and features.
A website that promotes you and helps you manage your CPD
Our Find a driving instructor search facility, the most advanced in the industry, allows you to promote your business to prospective customers. Our online CPD Diary also provides you with a personal learning space to plan and record your CPD.
Professional Development Days
We run regular training events throughout the UK offering you new ideas and opportunities to help you grow your business.
CPD courses
A comprehensive range of CPD courses, including Fleet Training, DIAmond Advanced Examiner, Diploma in Driving Instruction and PTLLS will help you develop a structured career path – and generate more income.
Representation
Your voice can be heard through our consultation status with government ministers, DfT, DSA, DVA and DVLA.
A range of practical, day-to-day services
DIA Insurance offers the best possible deal on your driving tuition insurance.
DIA Recovery, tailor-made for driving school cars.
Training car hire with a discount of 25% from Hitachi Capital Car Hire.