The Official RSA Driver Theory Test

Test Day Assistance and Support

Test Day Assistance and Support

We offer a range of support options to help you take your Car Theory Test in a way that works best for you.

Automated Reader Service

With the Automated Reader, the system reads the questions aloud through the headphones provided at the Test Centre. Watch the video above to see the process.

  • The reader is built into the exam
  • You control the audio yourself
  • Available at all Test Centres
  • No need to contact us in advance

When booking your Test, select “English Voiceover” from the voiceover options.

In-Person Reader Service

If the Automated Reader does not meet your needs, you can request an in-person reader.

  • Questions are read aloud to you in a separate room
  • This is not the same as the automated reader
  • No other help can be provided during the exam
  • Available in selected Test Centres only
  • Appointments can take up to 25 business days to arrange

Please see In-Person Reader & Dyslexia Support Services for details.

Dyslexia Support (Self-Service)

You can choose Dyslexia Support when booking your test. Watch the video above to see how it looks in the exam. It includes:

  • English voiceover
  • An on-screen Lexicon (terms and alternative phrases) beside each question
  • A downloadable Lexicon PDF to use before your exam and in the exam tutorial
  • Available at all Test Centres
  • No need to contact us in advance

When booking your test, select “Dyslexia Support” from the voiceover options.

In-Person Dyslexia Support

If you need dyslexia support but cannot use the self-service option, you can request in-person support.

  • Questions are read aloud in a separate room
  • Printed Lexicon (terms and alternative phrases)
  • No other help can be provided during the exam
  • Available in selected Test Centres only
  • Appointments can take up to 25 business days to arrange

Please see our In-Person Reader & Dyslexia Support Services for details.

ISL Video Clips (Self-Service)

You can choose Irish Sign Language (ISL) video clips when booking your test. Watch the video above to see how ISL videos work in the exam.

  • ISL videos appear in the exam
  • Available at all Test Centres
  • No need to contact us in advance

When booking your Test, select “Irish Sign Language Videos Enabled” from the voiceover options.

ISL Interpreter

If you need an ISL interpreter:

A member of our team will contact you to arrange payment and confirm your booking.

Recorder Service

If you cannot use a touchscreen or standard computer, a recorder can help by selecting answers on the screen for you.
To request this, please call 0818 606 106.

Extra Time

If you need extra time for your exam please contact our team on 0818 606 106.
Please note: Extra time is available for selected exams only.