Entry Requirements

• Full car driving licence no more than 6 penalty points
• Must be willing to go into full time employment

Course Structure

This is a free no cost, high quality training theory and practical driving training programme of up to 16 weeks. On successfully completing the programme, you will be guaranteed an interview with a local employer who are seeking class 1 or C+E class licence holders.

Assessment & Feedback

Once you have undertaken a medical with us, you will learn the theory side of driving a commercial vehicle, before embarking a week of practical driver training based in your locality.

Following successfully completing the driver training, you will undertake your class 1 driving test. We will then get you ready for your interview with your future employer through developing your employability skills.

Finally, we will arrange your interviews with employers in your local area.

There is one internal exam.

Course Cost

Adult, FREE

This course is free if you pass the entry criteria and subject to availability.

For more information and to book your place please complete our registration form.

HGV Skills Bootcamp Registration Form

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FAQs

• Do I need a job to join the Skills Bootcamp?

No, we will help you find a driving job if you successfully complete the programme.

• I already have a potential job opportunity if I successfully pass the course, will this be OK?

This is fine. In fact we welcome this as successful completion of the programme will ensure your success in securing a job.

• If I enrol on the programme will this affect my benefits?

No your benefits will continue throughout the programme. Please confirm this with your job coach.

• Is the programme full time five day attendance?

In the very first weeks you’re expected to attend three to five days which will provide you with the key parts of the programme. Thereafter you will be required to attend the college on fewer occasions.

• What will I be doing on the programme?

You will attend the college to learn some elements of theory along with some basic employability building skills. You will also be able to work remotely/online in completing your theory work.

• Do I need a valid driving license to come on programme?

Yes, a car license is required to join the programme (Cat B)

• Do I need a ‘clean’ driving license?

We will accept up to six points on a car license for the programme.

• When in college, what time will the programme start?

Typically we start the sessions around 9am.

• Is there parking at the college?

Students are expected to arrange their own parking. There are a number of car parking facilities around and near the college.

• What type of vehicles will I be able to drive, if I successfully pass this course?

You’ll be able to drive Class 1 vehicles

• Will I be undertaking practical driver training with/through the college?

Yes, the practical driver training is a key future of the programme. This will take place over five days (including test).

• If I fail my test will there be an opportunity to take a retest?

Yes, one re-test is included within the Skills Bootcamp programme. We will organise this and it will take place soon after taking the initial test.

• If I have already gained Modules 1a,1b,2 or Mod 4 can I still join the programme?

Yes, that is absolutely fine.

What Next...

After completing this course you will be able to gain full time employment