Accessible MiDAS Full Course

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What is it?

Additional optional training for drivers on how to assist and support passengers with disabilities. MiDAS Standard is a prerequisite for completing MiDAS Accessible.

Who is it for?

MiDAS Accessible is suitable for any drivers who will be transporting passengers who need additional support and driving minibuses which have specialist equipment such as passenger lifts and ramps. Drivers must have passed the MiDAS Standard course before completing MiDAS Accessible. This is mandatory. You do not have an option to take your practical session before passing your theory assessment, and a Standard course MUST be completed and passed before attempting the Accessible course.

The course combines classroom-based learning with practical demonstrations and practices which cover topics such as:

Passenger awareness and assistance
Assisting passengers who travel in their wheelchairs
Boarding and alighting a vehicle using a passenger lift or ramp
Securing passengers seated in wheelchairs using wheelchair tie-down equipment and passenger safety belts

The cost of the MiDAS Accessible is £160 per person

Step 1

Complete Standard MiDAS theory online and undertake driving assessment

Step 2

Book classroom and practical skills session with CTWF a scheduled list of course dates are available to attend theory assessment and a practical skills assessment. The course is typically delivered over half day in the classroom with additional time required for supervised practices and assessments in the afternoon.

Step 3

If you pass, you will be issued with a certificate which you will be able to access online. You will continue to have access to the online system so you can revisit the content anytime and will receive notifications if there are any significant updates you should be aware of.
Note that due to the new online system, after January 2024, Community Transport Waltham Forest will no longer hold and store copies of your MiDAS certificates or distribute MiDAS badges. Your certificate will be available to download from the MiDAS training website after passing the practical training session.