Find training to become a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver
Vocational qualifications
You can only take a vocational qualification to become a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver if you바카라 사이트™re in England. You might be able to get help to pay for the qualification.
There are 5 vocational qualifications you can take:
- Highfield Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles
- ProQual Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles
- Pearson Edexcel Level Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles
- ICQ Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles
- SQA Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles
As part of the qualification, you바카라 사이트™ll take the 4 Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests that you need to qualify as an HGV driver.
If you take one of these vocational qualifications, you can start driving professionally before you바카라 사이트™ve passed all 4 parts of the Driver CPC. Find out how to start working as an HGV driver while you바카라 사이트™re still training.
Who can apply
Check with the course provider to see if you바카라 사이트™re eligible to apply.
How much it costs
Different course providers charge different fees. Check with the course provider how much your course costs.
For courses starting between 1 August 2021 and 31 July 2022, some providers might cover the costs of:
- getting a provisional licence, including if you바카라 사이트™re charged for the medical exam
- taking each of the 4 Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests once - re-sits will not be covered
Check with the course provider to find out what바카라 사이트™s included in your course fee.
Get extra help with course fees
The government will cover the full costs of the course if you바카라 사이트™re an adult who is either:
- unemployed
- earning less than £17,374.50 per year
You might be able to get help to pay for the course from the government if you바카라 사이트™re employed or earn over £17,374.50 per year. Check with the course provider.
How to apply
You can to find a further education provider that runs one of these courses.