HGV driver training in the Midlands since 1994
35 Hour periodic CPC
35 Hour Periodic CPC Training
Contact us for more informationDriver CPC for bus, coach and lorry drivers from Central Transport Training in Wolverhampton
The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is for someone who wishes to drive for a living.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency took the lead in implementing EU Directive 2003/59 which requires all professional bus, coach and lorry drivers to hold a CPC in addition to their vocational driving licence. It came into force across all European Union member states on 10th September 2008 for bus and coach drivers and 10th September 2009 for lorry drivers.
The main benefit is road safety and better qualified drivers to help reduce road casualties. Driver CPC should also bring an improved professional and positive image to the profession, attracting more people to drive buses, coaches and lorries for a living. It is aimed not only at improving the knowledge and skills of LGV and PCV drivers when they start work, but also at ensuring these skills are maintained and developed throughout their working life.
Driver CPC requires all Category C and D licence holders (including C1 and D1) to take part in 35 hours of training every 5 years in order to maintain their CPC. The 35 hours are split into 5 modules.
This training is classroom based and can be split over the 5 years, completing 7 hours of training each year. You must ensure all 5 modules are in date throughout the 5 years. Or you can complete all 35 hours in one week every 5 years.
