VORT vs CBT&A Driving Lessons in South Australia

This will be useful if: 

You are a Learner User of the EzLicence booking platform.

You are trying to: 

Understand the types of instructor qualifications in South Australia.

Overview:

When it comes to choosing an instructor, we believe that choice and transparency is key. At EzLicence, we work hard to give you all the options to make the best decisions for you, that includes different types of Driving Instructors.  In South Australia, there are two types of instructor qualifications; 

1. VORT; and 
2. CBT&A (commonly referred to as logbook) 

Choosing between the VORT or CBT&A (Logbook) learning pathway is not something that you should do without understanding the differences between the two. In the following sections, we break down the differences to help you make the right decision for you.

VORT

Known as the “Vehicle On Road Driving Test (VORT)”, VORT is the traditional method for securing your Adelaide probationary driving licence. 

The VORT involves sitting a practical driving test with an authorised examiner. This is not the same person who delivers your driving lessons.

The VORT tests your skills to ensure that you are a safe and knowledgeable driver. The test typically takes around 45 minutes to complete.

You will need to complete five slow-speed manoeuvers: a U-turn, a 3-point turn, a reverse parallel park, an angled park, and a hill start.  

The driving part of the test will test your skills in changing lanes, navigating traffic lights and roundabouts, responding to signage, and interacting with your car and other road users.

You’ll need to score at least 90% to pass the VORT test and cannot break any road laws while completing the drive. If you do breach a road law, you will immediately fail the VORT, and your test will not continue. 

The main advantage of VORT is that it can be quite quick and a relatively cheap way to get your licence, especially if you are already a confident driver.

In South Australia, the VORT test is facilitated by private assessors, as a result you are unable to book this via our website. If you do book lessons with a driving instructor, they will certainly be able to help book this in for you.

CBT&A (Logbook)

The Competency Based Training and Assessment pathway is commonly called the “Adelaide Logbook” method because you will work through a logbook of 30 tasks with an accredited instructor. 

The main benefit of the Adelaide logbook method is that it allows you to work through the tasks at your own pace and spend more time on areas that require further practice. 

Task 30 is similar to the VORT Test, but it is conducted by the driving instructor who has taught you. 

Once you have completed all tasks, this will be recorded in your Drivers Companion with a certificate of competency issued. You will then be eligible for your P1 licence.

It is important to note that CBT&A (Logbook) instructors are often booked out months in advance, so this may factor this into your decision of which pathway to choose.

All driving instructors in SA are qualified to deliver VORT lessons. Not all instructors are qualified to deliver CBT&A (Logbook) lessons. Our website will show which qualifications they have on their profile page.

You can also use the ‘Lesson’ filter at the top of the page to narrow your search.