Can I drive while waiting for my CPC card to arrive?
You must carry your Driver CPC card while driving an HGV , bus or coach professionally. You can drive without it if you’ve passed the tests and you’re waiting for it to arrive. If they do not, you cannot drive while you’re waiting for your card to arrive.
Can you fail a CPC course?
Each CPC training course lasts a minimum of seven hours, and there is no pass or fail element to these tests. Drivers can check their Driver CPC periodic training record online to see how many hours they have completed.
Can Driver CPC be done online?
Can I complete my Driver CPC training online? Yes. It’s an easy, enjoyable and convenient way to get the training you need.
What happens if my CPC expires?
If your CPC expires between 1 March 2020 and 30 September 2020, and you cannot complete your training because of coronavirus (COVID-19), you can either: do the training remotely, with an approved training provider. complete your training after 30 September 2020.
How long does it take for CPC card to come?
within 20 days
Once 35 hours of training have been completed, a Driver CPC card, also referred to as a driver qualification card (DQC), will be issued. The card usually arrives within 20 days. This card must be carried while driving a lorry, bus or coach professionally.
How much is a CPC Licence?
Test costs
| Weekday | Evening, weekend and bank holiday | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver CPC part 1 – theory – (hazard perception) | £11 | £11 |
| Driver CPC part 2 – case studies | £23 | £23 |
| Driver CPC part 3 – driving ability | £115 | £141 |
| Driver CPC part 4 – practical demonstration | £55 | £63 |
How hard is CPC test?
To pass AAPC’s CPC exam, you have to score 70 percent: of 150 questions, total, you may miss 45 answers. This test is not about memorization. It’s about knowing how to find the best answer. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disqualification of your exam.
When can I book my CPC?
You can book the Part 1 Theory Test of the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) as soon as you have received your provisional licence. The test is made up of 2 parts; multiple choice and hazard perception. You have to book both parts separately, but you can take them on the same day.
How do I renew my CPC?
You must attend 35 hours of periodic Driver CPC training before that expiry date. This is your periodic training deadline. You can complete your 35 hours of Driver CPC training by attending 5 modules of 7 hours each, or you can attend a 5 day course which will allow you to complete all 35 hours in one week.
How long is CPC valid for?
5 years
Your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence ( CPC ) qualification lasts for 5 years. To keep your Driver CPC you need to do 35 hours of training before your 5-year deadline.
Can I drive a lorry without a CPC card?
You must have Driver CPC if you drive a lorry, bus or coach as the main part of your job. You must do 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years to keep it. You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving professionally without Driver CPC.
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Where can I find out if my CPC has been updated?
Contact the training centre or the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency ( DVSA) to find out if your record has been updated. DVSA Driver CPC enquiries Telephone: 0300 123 7721 Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Find out about call charges.
How to get updates on Driver CPC in Northern Ireland?
There’s a different way to get updates on Driver CPC training in Northern Ireland. Register to use the service if you’re a new user. You can’t register until the training centre has updated your record to show what training you’ve already done.
Why are DSA guidelines important to the USP?
Guidelines are provided by DSA in support of the USP goals of giving stakeholders the information they need in order to be able to work smoothly and efficiently with DSA, and to help standardize practices among the four DSA Regional Offices.