OSCA occupation

OSCA 461531: Driving Instructor

Instructs individuals and groups in the theory and application of driving motor vehicles. This record sits in Driving Instructors. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 3 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

Instructs individuals and groups in the theory and application of driving motor vehicles.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
3
Major group
4 Community and Personal Service Workers
Sub-major group
46 Personal Service, Sports and Fitness Workers
Minor group
461 Personal Service and Travel Workers
Unit group
4615 Driving Instructors

Tasks

  • Provides instruction to individuals on the theory and practical application of driving motor vehicles
  • Demonstrates the correct techniques for operating motor vehicles
  • Assesses the driving skills and knowledge of learner drivers to determine their readiness for licensing
  • Conducts driving lessons in a safe environment
  • Provides feedback and guidance to improve driving skills
  • Keeps accurate records of learner progress
  • Stays updated on road rules and driving regulations

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.

The ANZSIC links are there to help when the same occupation appears across several industries and you need the business-side classification as well.

Compliance risk score

4 of 4 factors passing

10 / 10
Verified official source
- ABS OSCA occupation record present
Previous edition migration
- OSCA to ANZSCO correspondence attached
Complete hierarchy
- Major, sub-major, minor and unit group links are present
Legacy crosswalk
- Legacy ANZSCO correspondence attached

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461531 Driving Instructor

Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 461531 do?

Driving Instructor is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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