The TAC L2P Program is operated locally by the Ballarat Foundation with funding provided by TAC through Department of Transport (Vic Roads), with assurance of further funding provided until 2023. The program is a state wide program that matches young learner drivers with a volunteer supervising driver mentor.
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.
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 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 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.
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 in Ballarat region
* Applications outside of the standard criteria will also be considered, please contact our TAC L2P Coordinator for further information.
Application process for Learners
To be eligible for the TAC L2P program, learners (or their parent or guardian) need to apply via the VicRoads website. You will need to login to your VicRoads account or create one to apply. All information to do this can be found via the below link.
How to apply for TAC L2P Program
Once the application has been received a TAC L2P program coordinator will contact you to schedule an interview time. Any questions can be directed to L2P@ballaratfoundation.org.au.
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 are well prepared to mentor a learner driver and understand your role as a supervising driver. Learners participating in the program also have access to seven free driving lessons with a professional instructor to build their skills before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor and throughout the program.
Mentors need to meet the following criteria to join the TAC L2P program:
- be over 21 years old
- hold a current full Victorian driver licence
- can commit approximately 2- 3 hours per week
To apply as a mentor please you will need to login to your VicRoads account or create one to apply. All information to do this can be found via the below link. Any questions can be directed to L2P@ballaratfoundation.org.au.
How to apply to be a volunteer mentor.
Watch this 30 second video about the TAC L2P Program. We are always on the lookout for more mentors to make a different to the lives of young people in Ballarat and surrounds. Click to watch here!
The Ballarat Foundation is committed to the new Child Safety Standards and implement all aspects of the 11 Standards. Please refer to the Child Safety Standards here.
Sponsorship
The Ballarat Foundation requires sponsors to keep our cars on the road. If you are interested in sponsoring the program, please call 03 5331 5555 or email info@ballaratfoundation.org.au