Service Driver VQA Cert. Mandatory for student/personnel transport. Certify your professional competence with SRC 2 and Psychotech.
Service Vehicle Driver (Level 3) VQA Vocational Qualification Certification
The Service Vehicle Driver (Level 3) national qualification certifies the knowledge, skills, and ethical competencies of drivers operating school buses and personnel shuttles, ensuring they can provide the highest level of safety for passengers (especially students). This certificate is mandatory due to legal regulations, as the profession is classified as Hazardous.
The qualification covers not only driving ability but also pre- and post-service vehicle checks, route planning, emergency response, and passenger satisfaction standards.
Prerequisites (Required Before Examination):
Candidates applying for the Service Vehicle Driver (Level 3) VQA exams must meet the following requirements:
Possess the relevant driver's license as specified in the Highway Traffic Law No. 2918.
Possess the SRC 2 Vocational Qualification Certificate (Domestic Passenger Transport).
Possess a "Psychotechnical Test Report" obtained from an authorized center.
Must not have been convicted of certain serious crimes, including those related to sexual offenses, drugs, or deprivation of liberty, as defined in the Turkish Penal Code.
Core Competencies and Qualification Units (Mandatory):
The mandatory units in which the candidate must succeed:
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Scope | Level | Mandatory Status |
| 17UY0328-3/A1 | OHS, Environment, and Quality | Explaining and applying OHS, emergency, and environmental protection instructions, and demonstrating quality/passenger satisfaction applications. | Level 3 | Mandatory |
| 17UY0328-3/A2 | Vehicle Control and Student/Personnel Transportation | Performing pre-service driving preparation, interior/exterior/functional vehicle checks, and ensuring student and personnel transport according to OHS rules. | Level 3 | Mandatory |
To be entitled to the certificate, candidates must successfully pass both the Theoretical (60% passing score) exams for A1 and A2 units, and the Performance-Based (80% passing score) exam for the A2 unit.
Importance and Benefits of Certification:
Passenger Safety: Certifies competence in OHS and emergency response procedures, which is critical, especially in student transportation.
Legal Compliance: Fulfills the mandatory Service Vehicle Driver VQA Certificate requirement, in addition to SRC 2 and Psychotechnical reports.
Employer Trust: Proves that you offer a verifiable and high-standard service that meets the expectations of employers, public institutions, and parents.
Career Advantage: Increases your reliability and preferability in the sector by formalizing your professional qualification.
Obtain your Service Vehicle Driver (Level 3) VQA Certificate with Sönmez Certification and provide safe and legally compliant transportation services.