LGV CPC Training for Professional Drivers
Complete your LGV CPC training with VCS Driver Training. Our live, instructor-led online courses help professional lorry drivers maintain their Driver CPC, build their training hours and stay qualified to drive.
- Live online CPC training
- 35 hours of periodic training
- Evening and weekend courses
- Experienced CPC instructors
- Flexible training dates
- National and International CPC options
Complete your periodic LGV Driver CPC training within each five-year renewal period.
- Learn online with a live instructor
- Choose training around your driving schedule
- Book individual courses or plan your full 35 hours
What Is LGV CPC Training?
LGV CPC training helps professional lorry drivers maintain the qualifications they need to drive commercially and keep their knowledge up to date.
LGV Driver CPC Explained
LGV stands for Large Goods Vehicle, while CPC means Certificate of Professional Competence. In the UK, LGV and HGV are commonly used to describe the same types of large commercial goods vehicles.
If you drive professionally and are required to hold Driver CPC, you must maintain your qualification through the appropriate periodic training.
Most professional LGV drivers need to complete 35 hours of periodic Driver CPC training every five years. This is separate from the initial Driver CPC qualification for new drivers.
VCS Driver Training offers live, instructor-led online courses, allowing you to complete your training without travelling to a classroom.
Explore 35 Hours CPC TrainingWhat LGV Drivers Need to Know
- LGV and HGV are commonly interchangeable terms in the UK.
- Driver CPC is required for many professional goods vehicle drivers.
- Periodic training normally involves 35 hours every five years.
- National and International Driver CPC requirements can differ.
- You can check your recorded training hours before booking further courses.
Not sure how many hours you have completed? Check your Driver CPC hours .
Do You Need LGV CPC Training?
Whether you're already driving professionally, returning to the industry or preparing for your next five-year renewal, it's important to know which Driver CPC requirements apply to you.
Professional LGV Drivers
If you drive an LGV professionally and need Driver CPC, you will normally need to complete periodic training to maintain your qualification.
Regular training helps you stay up to date with road safety, professional driving responsibilities and industry requirements.
Drivers Completing 35 Hours
Most professional LGV drivers must complete 35 hours of periodic Driver CPC training during each five-year renewal period.
You can spread your training across suitable courses rather than leaving all your hours until your qualification is due for renewal.
Learn About 35 Hours CPC Training →Drivers Returning to Work
If you've taken a break from professional LGV driving, you may need to complete additional Driver CPC training before returning to work.
The requirements depend on your previous qualification, training record and the type of driving you intend to undertake.
Explore Returning to Driving →Are There Exceptions to Driver CPC?
Not every LGV journey requires Driver CPC. Certain types of driving are exempt, depending on how the vehicle is being used and the circumstances of the journey.
If you're unsure whether you need periodic training, contact VCS Driver Training before booking so you can discuss your requirements.
Ask About Your CPC RequirementsChoose LGV CPC Training That Fits Your Schedule
Keep your Driver CPC up to date with flexible, instructor-led training from VCS Driver Training. Choose individual courses or plan how to complete your full 35 hours.
Online LGV CPC Courses
Join live, instructor-led Driver CPC sessions from a suitable location without travelling to a training centre.
Learn with an experienced instructor, take part in the session and build your CPC training hours.
Weekend LGV CPC Training
Weekend courses give drivers an opportunity to complete CPC training around their normal working week.
Choose from scheduled full-day sessions and work towards your periodic training requirements.
Evening Split CPC Courses
Evening split courses offer another way to fit Driver CPC training around work and other commitments.
Complete the scheduled sessions that make up your course and build towards your required training hours.
Full Week LGV CPC Training
Prefer to complete your periodic training in one organised block?
Our intensive full-week option is designed for drivers who want to complete their 35 hours over a scheduled training week.
Ready to Book Your LGV CPC Training?
Browse the available course dates and choose the training option that works for you.
National or International LGV Driver CPC?
The type of professional driving you do determines which Driver CPC qualification you need. Understanding the difference can help you choose the right LGV CPC training.
National Driver CPC
National Driver CPC is intended for drivers who operate professionally within the UK.
Drivers maintaining National Driver CPC must complete 35 hours of appropriate periodic training every five years.
- For professional driving within the UK
- 35 hours of periodic training every five years
- Training must meet National Driver CPC requirements
International Driver CPC
International Driver CPC is required for professional drivers who need to drive qualifying goods vehicles in the EU and certain other European countries.
Drivers maintaining International Driver CPC must complete 35 hours of qualifying periodic training every five years.
- For relevant international professional driving
- 35 hours of periodic training every five years
- Courses must meet International Driver CPC requirements
Not Sure Which LGV CPC Training You Need?
The courses you choose must be suitable for the Driver CPC qualification you intend to maintain. Not every course counts towards both National and International Driver CPC.
If you're unsure which qualification applies to your driving work, speak to VCS Driver Training before booking.
Get Advice on Your CPC TrainingYour LGV CPC Training Journey
Keeping your Driver CPC up to date doesn't need to be complicated. Follow these six simple steps to plan and complete your training.
Check Your CPC
Check your current Driver CPC qualification and when your next renewal is due.
Check Your Hours
Review your recorded training hours to see how much periodic training you still need.
Choose Your Course
Select suitable online, evening, weekend or full-week CPC training.
Book Your Dates
Choose available training dates that fit around your work and commitments.
Complete Training
Attend your scheduled sessions with a live CPC instructor.
Stay Qualified
Complete your required hours within your renewal period to maintain your Driver CPC.
Ready to Complete Your LGV CPC Hours?
Book your LGV CPC training with VCS Driver Training. Choose from flexible online, weekend, evening and full-week courses to complete your required training hours around your schedule.