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To acquire the HGV Licence, you are required to successfully complete special training and pass a theory test. HGV Licence holders typically work for logistics companies as professional drivers.
If you wish to drive a vehicle over 3.5 tonnes, you require a HGV Licence. You cannot use your regular full driver's licence (Category B) to do this. It is illegal and your licence can be taken away. Instead, you will need to acquire one of the following categories: C, C+E, C1, C1+E, Cat. D1 and Car to Artic.
To be eligible for a HGV Licence, you need to be above the age of 18, hold a full Driver CPC and pass the theory and practical test.
CPC stands for Certificate of Professional Competence. It is required if you operate a commercial vehicle above 3.5 tonnes. That means, as part of acquiring your HGV Licence, you will need to obtain the CPC Qualification.
To gain the qualification, there are 4 parts:
✅ Step 1: Theory test (same test as HGV)
✅ Step 2: Driver CPC case study test
✅ Step 3: Driving ability test (same test as HGV)
✅ Step 4: Driver CPC demonstration test
There are several simple steps you need to follow to acquire your HGV Licence:
Apply for the provisional vehicle operator licence
Visit the DVSA Website to begin your application.
✅ Book your theory test
The theory test has 3 parts! Multiple choice, hazard perception and case studies. Make sure you have prepared for them. You will receive your results on the day of the test.
The total cost of booking all the parts is £60.
✅ Book your driving ability test (practical)
This is also known as the Driver CPC part 3 test - driving ability. It lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes. You will cover vehicle safety, road driving and off-road exercises. You are required to bring your own vehicle. Ensure you also have appropriate photocard identification. You receive your results on the day of the test.
The cost of booking is £115.
✅Complete practical demonstration test
Here you will be tested on your safety and best practices knowledge. At the end of your test the examiner will tell you if you’ve passed.
The cost of booking this is £25.
✅NVT Card
Finally, once your tests are successfully over, you can order your NVT concession card - which represents that you have obtained your National Vocational Training. It is a legal requirement for you to carry this card.
This normally costs £25.
To pass your practical, you need to complete at least 35 hours. There are multiple providers who offer HGV/LGV or CPC training. We are partnered with City Driver Training Limited who offer these course, simply fill in the form at the top of our page and they will be in contact with you.
The total cost of the HGV licence, including the cost of test fee is £225. This is assuming you don't fail any of the tests. This figure does not take into account training costs.
Training Costs:
CAR TO ARTIC ( Current Cat B Licence Holder going to C+E) - £2695
24 Hour course including Medical, Theories, Full CPC and Practical training with Test
Cat C - £1695
20 Hour course including Medical, Theories, Full CPC and Practical Training with Test
Cat C+E ( Upgrade for current Cat C licence holders ) - £1595
20 Hour course including Practical Training with Test
Cat C1 - £950
12 Hour course including Medical, Theories, Full CPC and Practical Training with Test
Cat C1+E - £1195
10 Hour course including Practical Training with Test
Cat D1 - £950
10 Hour course including Medical, Theories, Full CPC and Practical Training with Test
Your HGV Licence is valid for 5 years. After this point, you will need to renew it by undertaking 35 hours of practical HGV training to ensure that your knowledge is fresh and up to date with safety advances.
HGV stands for Heavy Goods Vehicle and LGV stands for Large Goods Vehicle. They both refer to the same type of vehicle. I.e. vehicles that are more than 3.5 tonnes. Such vehicles include trucks and lorries.
To be eligible for a HGV Licence, you need to have a full Driving Licence (Category B). The HGV Licence enables you to operate larger vehicles (above 3.5 tonnes) in the following categories: C, C+E, C1 and C1+E. You will require additional training which builds on your existing driving skills.
CPC stands for Certificate of Professional Competence. If you wish to operate commercial vehicles above 3.5 tonnes (i.e. those in the HGV/LGV category), you will need to obtain the CPC Qualification. The assessments for this include: Theory test (same test as HGV) , Driver CPC case study test, Driving ability test (same test as HGV) and Driver CPC demonstration test.
To obtain the HGV Licence, you need to pass several tests. Together, they cost £225. However, the cost of training is where the bulk of costs lie.
The HGV Licence enables you to operate heavy duty vehicles, such as lorries and trucks. Typical work includes working in logistics as a driver. Individuals with the HGV Licence are in high demand and should face no issues with finding work - especially with the rise of e-commerce and online shopping!
Your HGV Licence expires after 5 years. After this time, you are required to take 35 hours of training and renew your Licence.
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