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Passenger Assistant Training Scheme (PATS)

Following the MiDAS modular format, PATS training is available throughout the UK.  Unlike MiDAS, PATS members make a commitment to assess the training needs of staff performing the role of passenger assistant on a vehicle.  These people may be paid staff, or volunteers and they may be performing the dual role of driver/carer.

PATS has five modules, an induction module undertaken by all, then modules looking at assisting passengers with disabilities (but not wheelchair users), assisting wheelchair users, assisting children and young people and assisting older people.

For more information about the PATS scheme and answers to frequently asked questions please see the attached PATS Leaflet:

PATS ASSESSMENT PROCESS

Module A: The Role Of The Passenger Assistant
This is the foundation module for all passenger assistants.
This module enables drivers/carers to understand the role of the passenger assistant. 

The other modules you complete will depend on the needs of the people you work with.

Module B1: Passenger Awareness And Assistance
This modules covers awareness of passenger needs and how to assist, looking at individuals who don’t use a wheelchair.

Module B2: Assisting Passengers Who Travel In Wheelchairs
B2 covers similar aspects to B1 but focuses specifically on passengers in wheelchairs.

Module C1: Supervising Children And Young People With Special Needs
For PA’s who work with children or young people with special needs.

Module C2: Working With Adults Who Need Care And Supervision
PA’s who work with vulnerable adults.

Modules D and E are additional and may be relevant for people working in different organisations. PA’s may complete specialist topics at any time, they need not have first completed other modules.

Module D: Emergency Aid           

Module E: Manual Handling

Like MiDAS, PATS includes refresher training however this is only compulsory for trainers.  Refresher for passenger assistants is carried out following an assessment of training needs by their managers.

driver enquiry

If you would like to know more about our driver training, please get in touch.

Foyle & Strabane Office

028 7188 3282

Omagh Office

028 8224 8140

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