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Driver Training

Driver Training

 

Transport & Distribution Training

Our courses are aimed at individuals wishing to enhance their new career and work for companies who employ highly skilled drivers in their work force. Training is conducted on a ratio of two trainees to one instructor.  This is recognised by the industry as the best way to train and gain your licence.  Courses run for five days with a test on the fifth day, however longer courses can be adapted to suit your ability.

The Ultimate Driving Course

Stay fighting fit with this one!  LGV C, LGV C+E & PCV D or Why not…..
Pick an ADR (Dangerous Goods) and Lorry Loader (Hiab) course instead.
This course can be completed in stages to suit your needs.
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.
£4000.00

LGV Cat C (Rigid)

5 days:  The first step in gaining a new career within the transport industry.
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.
£1350.00

LGV Cat C+E (Articulated)

5 days:  What more can we say! The best licence for the road transport industry.
Trainees must hold LGV Category C licence.
Can account for 4 days (28 hours) credit towards Drivers’ CPC.
£1395.00

PCV Cat D (Bus)

5 days:  Ideal for local work as a bus driver or be more adventurous and go continental.
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.
£1350.00

LGV Cat C1 (7.5 ton)

Has the advantage of being small, manoeuvrable and easy to use controls and gears
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.

8 hours £340.00 VAT £68.00 Test Fee £115 Total £523
12 hours £480.00 VAT £96.00 Test Fee £115 Total £691

MINI BUS Cat D1

8 – 12 Hours: People who obtained their car licence before January 1997 may hold a restricted D1 entitlement,Anyone wanting to drive for “Hire and Reward” will need to obtain full D1 minibus entitlement.
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.

8 hours £340.00 VAT £68.00 Test Fee £115 Total £523
12 hours £480.00 VAT £96.00 Test Fee £115 Total £691

CAR Cat B

5 days:  Intensive courses are the fastest way possible to learn and gain a full UK car driving licence.
Note: Modules 1 and 2 must be passed prior to arrival.
£1262.00

Trailer Training (B+E or C1+E or D1+E)

8 – 12 Hours: If you passed your car driving test after January 1997, you now need to
pass a separate test for towing a trailer or caravan weighing over 750kg
M.A.M. (Maximum Authorised Mass).Most horse boxes, caravans and snack vans weigh this unladen.

If you are unsure whether you need to upgrade your licence, please contact us and we can advise you.
8 hours £340.00 VAT £68.00 Test Fee £115 Total £523
12 hours £480.00 VAT £96.00 Test Fee £115 Total £691