The HWLLEN is supported by the Victorian Government
THE TAC L2P PROGRAM
The TAC L2P Program assists young Victorian learner drivers aged 16 to 21 who don't have access to a supervising driver or vehicle, 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 and Planning (DTP), 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 program vehicle to help them gain driving experience required for a probationary licence.
Before being matched with a volunteer mentor, learners participating in the program have access to up to seven 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 stage of learning.
The Program has been helping young people become safe and confident drivers for over 10 years.
It also provides an opportunity for young people to interact with positive adult role models, gain confidence and move towards social independence.
Getting a driver's licence provides independence, opens the doors to new opportunities, such as employment and education.
Learner Drivers
Who is eligible for the TAC L2P Program?
Learner drivers need to meet the following criteria to join the TAC L2P program:
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be between 16 and 21 years old
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hold a current learner permit
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have no access to a vehicle or a supervising driver*
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live Hume local government area
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are an Australian citizenship or Permanent Resident (including new arrivals and/or refugees).
* Applications outside of the standard criteria may also be considered, on a case by case basis, please contact your TAC L2P Coordinator for further information.
Application Process for learners
If you meet the criteria, please apply online through your myVicRoads account. For more information, click here
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 can have a vital role in empowering and enhancing a young person's confidence, by teaching them to drive safely and reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities among young drivers.
Sharing your knowledge can be a rewarding experience that offers a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Mentors need to meet the following criteria to join the Hume TAC L2P program:
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be over 21 years of age
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hold a current full Victorian driver licence
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have a satisfactory driver licence history
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be medically fit to drive (we may discuss this further through the application process
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undertake a screening process by Hume TAC L2P Coordinator
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can commit approximately 1-2 hours per week.
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Application process for volunteer mentors
If you meet the volunteer mentor criteria, please apply online through your myVicRoads account. For more information, click here
CONTACT US
Contact Hume TAC L2P Coordinator:
Email: L2P@hwllen.com.au
Office: 0435 653 371
Address: 46-48 Katrina Drive
Gladstone Park VIC 3043
Current Mentor Booking System:
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