Initial Driver CPC: Modules 2 and 4
The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence you need to drive a lorry for a living. Book it on its own, or add it to one of our lorry courses.
Booking the CPC on its own
You don't need to take a lorry course with us to book your CPC. People who come to us for the CPC only include:
- Car licence holders from before 1997Who can drive 7.5 tonne lorries under "grandfather rights" and need the CPC to drive them for work.
- Drivers who passed their lorry test elsewhereBut didn't take the CPC at the time.
- Drivers who passed with usAnd left the CPC out of their course.
- Anyone else who needs the Initial CPCNot sure if it's right for you? Call us and we'll tell you straight.
Your CPC-only price
Tell us if you've already passed Module 2, then send your details. We'll be in touch to arrange dates.
The two modules
Modules 1 and 3 are the licence theory and practical tests. Modules 2 and 4 make up the Driver CPC.
- Module 2: case studiesA computer-based test at a theory test centre, built around realistic situations you'll meet at work.
- Module 4: practical demonstrationA hands-on test showing you can load the vehicle safely and keep it secure, deal with emergencies and assess risks. Taken about 15 minutes from our base with an independent examiner.
Taking a lorry course too?
Add the CPC to any course in the quote builder: answer yes to Driver CPC and the price is included in your course quote.
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We offer the Initial Driver CPC only. We don't run periodic (35-hour) CPC training.
Driver CPC questions
Can I book the Driver CPC on its own?
Yes. Many people come to us for the CPC only: for example, drivers who passed their lorry test elsewhere, drivers who passed with us without the CPC, and car licence holders from before 1997 who want to drive 7.5 tonne lorries for work. Use the form on this page.
What are Modules 2 and 4?
Module 2 is the case studies test, a computer-based test about realistic work situations. Module 4 is a practical demonstration test, covering things like loading the vehicle safely, security and emergency situations.
How much is it?
£299 for Modules 2 and 4, or £276 if you've already passed Module 2.
Do you offer periodic (35-hour) CPC training?
No. We only offer the Initial Driver CPC, Modules 2 and 4.
Where is Module 4 taken?
About 15 minutes from our Chelmsford base, with the same independent examiner who conducts our reversing tests.
I'm also booking a lorry course. Can I add the CPC to it?
Yes. In the quote builder, answer yes to Driver CPC and the price is added to your course quote.
Questions about the CPC?
Call the office, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm, or send us a WhatsApp any day.