Forklift & LGV Training

Across the Scottish Borders and North Northumberand

LGV Courses

Category B+E – for car drivers who want to tow a trailer over 3,500kg – suitable for caravans and horse trailers.

Category C1 – for rigid vehicles between 3,500kg and 7,500kg.

Category C1+E – for rigid vehicles between 3,500kg and 7,500kg plus a trailer.

Category C – for rigid vehicles over 7,500kg – your standard large goods vehicle.

Category C+E – for articulated vehicles over 18,000kg. Enables you to drive articulated LGVs at home and abroad.

Drivers CPC

Driver CPC Training

What is Driver CPC?
Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) is a qualification required for professional bus, coach, and lorry drivers in the UK and EU.
Driver CPC is a set of standards applied to initial driver training and career-long continuing education. A set of standards first established by the European Union to ensure all professional drivers are both competent and proficient. 

Who Needs It?
You need Driver CPC if you drive a lorry, bus, or coach professionally and your vehicle falls into certain weight or passenger categories (e.g., LGV/HGV over 3.5 tonnes or PCV with more than 8 passenger seats).

Not sure about which course? – Please phone Stewart on 07977 655436 for more information, advice and guidance. 

Overview of Licence Acquisition

  • LGV Medical – apply for Provisional Entitlement.
  • Theory Tests – hazard perception and multiple choice.
  • CPC case study tests.
  • Module 4 Practical Test.
  • Assessment drive to ascertain the required training plan for each individual driver.
  • Practical training in and around Berwick-upon-Tweed.
  • Vocational Test at DVLA test centre, located within Berwick Leisure Centre in Berwick-upon-Tweed.

At each stage the learner will be advised on revision material specific to their course. Support and guidance will be provided at each step in the process as required.
If in doubt just ask.

LGV Training Overview

Our LGV training provides full support from start to finish — from medical and provisional licence applications to theory tests, practical driver training and DVSA practical tests. Training is delivered in the Scottish Borders and Northumberland areas.

  • Category
    C (Class 2) – Rigid vehicles over 7.5 tonnes
  • Category
    C+E (Class 1) – Articulated lorries / wagon & drag
  • Upgrade
    from Cat C to C+E available
  • Driver
    CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) modules can be included if
    required
  • Novice / New Driver – For candidates starting with only a car licence (Cat B)
  • Direct C+E (Fast Track) – Go straight from car licence to articulated vehicle (where DVSA rules allow)
  • Upgrade / Conversion – For drivers who already have Cat C and want to move to C+E
  • Refresher Courses – For qualified drivers looking to update skills or prepare for job tests
  • Help with medical and provisional licence applications
  • Theory test booking and preparation (multiple choice + hazard perception)
  • Practical lessons in modern LGV vehicles
  • Reversing and manoeuvring exercises
  • DVSA test booking and preparation
  • Driver CPC training and modules if required

On completion you will receive:

  • Your LGV licence (Category C or C+E) from DVSA
  • Certificate of Practical Training
  • Driver CPC qualification card (if completed)
  • Advice on CPC hours, renewals and next steps
  • Training is delivered around Coldstream and Berwick-upon-Tweed
  • Practical tests are conducted at the DVSA Testing Centre located within Berwick Leisure Centre in Berwick-upon-Tweed.
  • On-site/company training available (subject to suitable vehicles and space)

Book a Course
To check availability or book your course, please contact: Stewart – 07977 655436