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THE TAC L2P PROGRAM

The TAC L2P Program assists disadvantaged Victorian learner drivers aged 16 to 21 with no access to a supervising driver or vehicle to gain the 120 hours driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.

The TAC L2P Program is funded by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Department of Transport (DoT), supported by the Victorian Government and coordinated by Hume Whittlesea Local Learning & Employment Network (HWLLEN).

How Does it Work?

The TAC L2P Program matches learners from 16 to 21 years old with a fully-licensed volunteer driver and practice vehicle to help them gain driving experience.

Before being matched with a volunteer mentor, learners participating in the program have access to up to 4 free driving lessons throughout the program with a professional instructor. This helps learners build their skills before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor and continue progressing through the four stages of the Graduated Licensing System.

The program focuses on helping young people become safe, confident drivers, in an effort to reduce Victoria’s road toll. It also provides an opportunity for young people to interact with positive adult role models, gain confidence and move towards social independence.

Learner Drivers

Who is eligible for the TAC L2P Program?

Learners need to meet the following criteria to join the TAC L2P program:

be between 16 and 21 years old
hold a current learner permit
have no access to a vehicle or a supervising driver*
live Hume local government area
hold Australian citizenship or Permanent Resident/Humanitarian/Refugee visas.

* Applications outside of the standard criteria may also be considered, please contact your TAC L2P Coordinator for further information.

Volunteer Mentor Drivers

Becoming a TAC L2P Mentor

The TAC L2P Program doesn’t just benefit learner drivers. The program gives our volunteer mentors an opportunity to connect with their community and directly help a young person.

We have a full training program for mentors to ensure you’re well prepared to mentor a learner driver and understand your role as a supervising driver. Learners participating in the program also have access to free driving lessons with a professional instructor to build their skills before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor.

Mentors need to meet the following criteria to join the Hume TAC L2P program:

be over 21 years of age
hold a current full Victorian driver licence
have a satisfactory driver licence history
be medically fit to drive (we may discuss this further through the application process
can commit approximately 1-2 hours per week.