Get your Category C+E licence with our 5-day fast-track C+E courses in the South East. Expert articulated truck training for high-pay logistics roles. Apply today!
Duration: from 5 Days · Typical earnings: £50k+
Every route includes your D4 medical (free, booked for you at a clinic near you), your D2 provisional paperwork checked and dispatched to DVLA (free, ~3 weeks), theory Part 1a (100 questions, pass 85) and Part 1b hazard perception (19 clips, pass 67) with the fees on us, CPC Part 2 case studies where the route needs them, one-to-one training on real full-size DAF and Scania trucks with DVSA-registered instructors, and interview matching with 50+ South East operators when you pass. The DVSA practical test fee is £115 weekday / £141 weekend.
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A Class 1 (Category C+E) licence is the ultimate logistics qualification. It allows you to drive articulated lorries (artic) with a maximum authorized mass (MAM) of over 3,500kg with a trailer over 750kg. This is where the highest pay, longest routes, and maximum freedom are found.
Training price: £299 Deposit
Duration: from 5 Days
The UK is facing a structural shortage of qualified Class 1 drivers. With starting salaries regularly exceeding £40,000 and experienced trampers earning over £50,000, it is one of the most lucrative and secure blue-collar careers available. Our 50+ network partners are actively hiring our graduates.
Yes. Following the 2021 DVSA rule changes, you no longer need to pass your Class 2 (Rigid) test first. If you hold a valid UK car licence (Category B) and are over 18, you can fast-track straight to your Class 1 (C+E) articulated licence, saving you time and money.
A Class 1 (Category C+E) licence allows you to drive articulated lorries (drawbar or articulated vehicles) up to 44 tonnes. A Class 2 (Category C) licence restricts you to driving rigid vehicles over 3,500kg. Class 1 is the highest qualification and typically offers higher earning potential and long-haul opportunities.
The Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is a legal requirement for anyone driving an HGV for commercial use. Your training with the HGV Training Hub includes comprehensive preparation for your Initial CPC (Modules 2 and 4), ensuring you are completely road-legal and ready to be hired the day you pass.
The logistics industry is facing a severe shortage of qualified drivers, pushing wages up. Newly qualified Class 1 drivers can expect starting salaries between £35,000 and £45,000 depending on the region and shift patterns. Drivers willing to do "tramping" (overnight stays) or weekend shifts can earn upwards of £50,000+.
The D4 medical is a standard health check to ensure you are fit to drive heavy vehicles. It includes an eye test, blood pressure check, and a review of your medical history. As part of our service, our Concierge team books this locally for you, removing the stress of finding an approved physician.
Our entire training fleet utilizes modern automatic gearboxes, allowing you to focus on road positioning and reversing maneuvers rather than shifting gears. Under current DVLA rules, passing your HGV test in an automatic still grants you the full entitlement to drive manual HGVs professionally.