Highfield International is a leading UK-based awarding organization that provides internationally recognized qualifications in compliance, safety, and workplace skills. It is widely accepted across the GCC, including Saudi Arabia, for regulated and professional training programs.

Highfield Award in Coaching for Driver Safety (International)

Course Overview

The Award in Coaching for Driver Safety (International) is an accredited qualification written and owned by Etihad Pioneers and accredited by Highfield International.

This course is designed to help trainers and organisations develop professional driver coaching skills using modern training methodologies. It focuses on driver behaviour, coaching techniques, and structured training methods that support safer driving practices and continuous driver development.

The course combines classroom learning, practical driver training, and coaching practice to help learners become confident driver safety coaches.

Key Takeaways

Participants will learn how to:

  1. Understand the principles of driver safety coaching
  2. Apply modern coaching techniques for driver training
  3. Improve driver behaviour through client-centred coaching
  4. Apply the GROW coaching model in driver training
  5. Understand driver risk assessment and profiling
  6. Apply systematic driving techniques such as IPSGA
  7. Plan and deliver professional driver coaching sessions
  8. Monitor driver performance and improvement
  9. Implement a structured driver training and development system

Course Outline

Introduction to Driver Safety Coaching +
Understanding the purpose of coaching in driver training and development.
Local Traffic Laws and Driver Responsibilities +
Understanding traffic regulations and driver safety responsibilities.
Systematic Driving Skills +
Learning advanced driving techniques including the IPSGA system.
Coaching and Facilitation Skills +
Understanding coaching techniques and client-centred learning methods.
GROW Coaching Model +
Learning how to apply the Goal, Reality, Options, and Way Forward coaching method.
Driver Risk Assessment and Profiling +
Understanding driver behaviour and how to identify risk factors.
Practical Driver Training Session +
Hands-on driving assessment and practical coaching sessions.
Reflective Practice and Development Planning +
Learning how to improve driver performance through reflective coaching.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

  1. Driver trainers
  2. Fleet safety officers
  3. Transport supervisors
  4. Defensive driving trainers
  5. Logistics and transport companies
  6. Driver training instructors
  7. Anyone responsible for driver safety training

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