Training & Development

Opportunities for Road Users

At Vision Zero South West we know how important ongoing training is for all road users. This section is designed to showcase all the training courses and development opportunities available through our partners and other providers in a single, easy-to-access space.

You can filter the courses by road user type or browse the list in full. If there is a training or development course you would like to see added to this section, please contact us with the details on vzsw@cornwall.gov.uk

Training & Development Courses

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Driving Safer for Longer (Cornwall Mobility)

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon and Cornwall Police | Cornwall Mobility

what is it?:

Workshops with older persons social groups to improve driving skills with a view to further training

Course cost:

FREE

Adult Cycle Training – Torbay

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Torbay Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Adult Cycle Training – Plymouth

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Plymouth City Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Active Travel Cycle Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon County Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Bikeability

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon County Council, Cornwall Council, Plymouth City Council, Torbay Council

what is it?:

A range of free cycling courses aimed at all ages from Reception aged children to families and adults.

Course cost:

FREE

Driving For Better Business

Who is it for?:

organiser:

National Highways

what is it?:

Driving for Better Business is a free program with online tools and resources to help companies demonstrate leadership in the management and reduction of work-related road risk.

Course cost:

FREE

Walkwise Child Pedestrian Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Plymouth City Council

what is it?:

Nationally recognized pedestrian training scheme to be delivered to select schools in Plymouth

Course cost:

FREE

Survive the Drive

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service and Devon & Cornwall Police

what is it?:

“Driving is one of the highest risks for Armed Forces personnel. This course, delivered on military bases, raises awareness of key dangers including fatigue, alcohol consumption, and failing to wear a seatbelt, helping to reduce incidents on and off duty.

Course cost:

FREE

Young Farmer Group Road Safety Presentation

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

what is it?:

A group presentation aimed at members of Young Farmers Clubs across Devon & Cornwall

Course cost:

FREE

Learn2Live

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

what is it?:

Learn2Live events are aimed at school/college students, whether as new drivers or passengers of new drivers. Learn2Live events are around 1 hour 15 minutes long and held in theatre-style venues. They are evidence led interventions that are interactive, engaging and educational.

Course cost:

FREE

RoSPA Advanced Motorcycle Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

RoSPA affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

what is it?:

RoSPA’s four-day advanced motorcycle training teaches safe, responsible, and skilled riding techniques, while preparing participants for the nationally recognised Advanced Motorcycle Test. For costs, offers, and details, please contact your local group.

Course cost:

FREE

IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Course

Who is it for?:

organiser:

IAM affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

what is it?:

The Advanced Rider course provides motorcyclists additional knowledge and skills to make on-road experiences safer and more fulfilling. Please note that below pricing is approximate for the full course, but it’s worth checking with each group.

Course cost:

£175

RoSPA Advanced Motorcycle Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

RoSPA affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

what is it?:

Course cost:

FREE

IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Course

Who is it for?:

organiser:

IAM affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

what is it?:

Course cost:

£175

Biker Down

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service | Cornwall Council

what is it?:

Biker Down training teaches motorcyclists life-saving skills to keep you and other motorcyclists safe on the roads, including emergency first aid. Further information about this training can be found here: https://bikerdown.co.uk/about/.

Course cost:

FREE

Bike Safe

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police

what is it?:

Day-long advanced riding course with professional police motorcyclists. The morning classroom session looks at techniques and Roadcraft, while the afternoon session takes the form of an observed ride out.

Course cost:

£65.00

Streets Ahead

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police (with IAM RoadSmart & RoSPA)

what is it?:

A free observed ride with an experienced motorcyclist from IAM RoadSmart, RoSPA or Devon & Cornwall Police. This gives the rider an opportunity for advanced feedback on their riding and how it can be improved.

Course cost:

FREE

Street Wise

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police | Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

what is it?:

Post-CBT motorbike training for young riders. An hour-long input for college-aged riders. Classroom input around hazard perception, correct PPE and motorcycle maintenance. It can also include training on our motorcycle road safety simulator.

Course cost:

FREE

Ride Free

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Cornwall Council

what is it?:

Pre-CBT motorbike training delivered in five e-learning modules. Covers practical advice, hazard perception and how to deal with other road users.

Course cost:

£0

Adult Cycle Training – Torbay

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Torbay Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Adult Cycle Training – Plymouth

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Plymouth City Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Active Travel Cycle Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon County Council

what is it?:

Free cycle training

Course cost:

FREE

Bikeability

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon County Council, Cornwall Council, Plymouth City Council, Torbay Council

what is it?:

A range of free cycling courses aimed at all ages from Reception aged children to families and adults.

Course cost:

FREE

Driving Safer for Longer (Cornwall Mobility)

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Devon and Cornwall Police | Cornwall Mobility

what is it?:

Workshops with older persons social groups to improve driving skills with a view to further training

Course cost:

FREE

Driving For Better Business

Who is it for?:

organiser:

National Highways

what is it?:

Driving for Better Business is a free program with online tools and resources to help companies demonstrate leadership in the management and reduction of work-related road risk.

Course cost:

FREE

Walkwise Child Pedestrian Training

Who is it for?:

organiser:

Plymouth City Council

what is it?:

Nationally recognized pedestrian training scheme to be delivered to select schools in Plymouth

Course cost:

FREE