Can you get free HGV training?
Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses that last up to 16 weeks. The free, short, intensive HGV courses will train drivers to be road ready (and gain a cat C or cat C&E licence), helping to tackle the current HGV driver shortage.
Can I get funding to do my HGV?
The government will also provide funding for both medical and HGV licences for any adult who completes an HGV driving qualification accessed through the Adult Education Budget in academic year 2021/22. Previously, adults who took these qualifications had to pay for their own licences.
Can you go straight for Class 1 HGV?
After qualifying as a Class 2 HGV driver, you can go straight in to becoming a Class 1 HGV driver by taking the Category E practical test. This is broken into four parts and includes a theory and practical driving test.
How long does it take to be a HGV driver?
How long does HGV training take? Practical HGV training takes only five days. However, the entire process, which also involves acquiring a license, requires eight to ten weeks.
How much does a HGV driving course cost?
How much should HGV training cost? 1 Driver medical £50-£150 2 Theory tests £60* 3 Driving course £800-£1920 4 Driver CPC Module 4 (Initial CPC) ** £150-£300 5 Driver CPC 35 hours (Periodic Training) ** £150-£500 6 Digital tachograph card £32
How much does it cost to train for LGV 2?
For LGV 2 training, the training packages you can choose from include: LGV 2 course 5 days, which offers 17.5 hours of training and the DVSA test. £1,465 LGV 2 lesson, which is simply 3.5 hours of training. £264
Is there any funding for a CTTS course?
Funding is available for the courses below from SDS for those that meet the funding criteria. A 2 day course for a person who recently completed a C1 course. Are you ready to begin your Driver Training with CTTS Training?
What do you need to know about HGV training?
What is HGV training? Training for Heavy Goods Vehicles (also known as Large Goods Vehicles) is designed to give drivers the confidence and skills necessary for these larger vehicles. There are two different categories of licence for Heavy Goods Vehicles, C and C+E, which each allow the driver to operate different types of vehicles.