Four Wheel Drive Victoria is based in Melbourne, Victoria and our training can cater for both public and corporate requirements and we also welcome enquiries from interstate. We have over 30 years of four wheel drive training experience.
We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO):
To further support four wheel driving, we are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 21605) and are registered to deliver nationally accredited courses and issue statements of attainment to participants who successfully complete our courses.
Benefits to you of undertaking four wheel drive training:
Four wheel drive vehicles have some amazing capabilities compared to an ordinary car. They offer travel and recreation opportunities that would otherwise be impossible.
However four wheel drive ownership comes with a greater responsibility than usual. Special knowledge and skills are required to help you minimise environmental impact and risk whilst maximising your recreational opportunities.
Public Driving Courses:
We offer a range of public driver training programs to suit both novice and experienced drivers.
Our training program includes a range of nationally accredited courses for those needing a formal qualification, to meet employer requirements. The accredited courses are longer and include formal assessment of participants in order to ensure their skill and knowledge are to the standard required by the qualification. Once you have been assessed as satisfactory, you will receive a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment for the units you have undertaken.
We are currently offering the following nationally accredited units-
- FWPCOT3325 - Operate a four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads
- FWPCOT3326 - Recover four wheel drive vehicles
- FWPCOT3329 - Perform complex four wheel drive operations operations
If you are bringing a manual vehicle, proficiency in the operation of a manual vehicle is a pre requisite to attend this course.
Existing skills and knowledge may be recognised towards your qualification. This is done via a “Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)” process.
Students are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) self assessment prior to enrolling.
Information on RPL and the LLN self assessment can be obtained by contacting the office on 9874-7222.
General Information
If you are bringing a manual vehicle, proficiency in the operation of a manual vehicle is a pre requisite to attend any course.
Four Wheel Drive Victoria reserves the right to cancel, postpone or change the venue, date and time of a course should unforeseen circumstances occur or insufficient numbers be enrolled. In this event Four Wheel Drive Victoria will offer enrolled students a place in the next available course.
All courses can be delivered interstate. Students with previous skill and knowledge relating to the course content can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please contact the office to discuss whether you are eligible for RPL.
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Public Chainsaw Courses:
Our nationally accredited chainsaw operator training consists of the following units:
- FWPCOT2254 - Maintain chainsaws
- FWPCOT2273 - Trim and cut felled trees
This course is designed for people who want to gain information and skills on the safe use and handling of chainsaws as well as training in trimming and cutting felled trees. Once you have been assessed as satisfactory, you will receive a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment for the two units.
Four Wheel Drive Victoria can also offer the following additional unit on request:
- FWPCOT3301 - Trim trees using a pole saw
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Our Gift Vouchers are available for use with any of our courses. They a a great idea for the four wheel driver in your family. please contact the office during business hours on 03 9874 7222 for more details or to purchase.
FWDV Fee Refund Policy
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Lost / Need Your Certificate Reissued?
Lost your certificate or need it reissued? Please email