Phase 4 – Final Phase & Road Readiness

Phase 4 is the final step of the PESR program before you're eligible to take your SAAQ exams. This phase focuses on advanced driving techniques, eco-driving habits, and a full synthesis of all you've learned.

⏱️ Minimum Duration

Phase 4 must last at least 56 days. This period ensures students have time to complete their in-car sessions and digest the advanced material.

📚 Modules in Phase 4

  • 11. Fatigue and Distractions
  • 12. Eco-Driving and Synthesis

🚘 In-Car Sessions

  • In-Car Session 11
  • In-Car Session 12
  • In-Car Session 13
  • In-Car Session 14
  • In-Car Session 15

🔍 What to Expect

During this phase, you'll refine your driving style, learn fuel-saving techniques, manage distractions, and simulate real-life road conditions. Your final in-car sessions will test everything you've learned in earlier phases.

⚠️ Common Challenges

  • Balancing eco-driving with real-time decisions
  • Reacting to fatigue and mental distractions
  • Scheduling in-car sessions in time

🎓 After Phase 4

After completing this phase and waiting the required time since your learner’s permit, you can book:

  • Theory exam – available 10 months after your learner’s permit
  • Driving exam – available 12 months after your learner’s permit

✅ Final Checklist

  • ✔️ Completed Modules 11 and 12
  • ✔️ Attended 5 in-car sessions (11–15)
  • ✔️ Waited 56 days minimum
  • ✔️ Ready to book exams at SAAQ