DRIVING APPRENTICESHIP

Transport and logistics

Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver

Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver Class 1 (C1+E, C+E) or Class 2 apprenticeship (C1, C) Level 2

This  Apprenticeship prepares learners to become qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle drivers, developing the practical driving, safety and logistics skills needed for a successful career in transport.

This fully funded apprenticeship is designed to train individuals to operate Category C+E vehicles and covers the cost of the licence training.

Apprentices learn how to transport goods across a range of environments while understanding the responsibilities involved in vehicle operation, route planning and legal compliance. Throughout the programme, learners build confidence in carrying out vehicle safety checks, securing loads correctly, following transport regulations and delivering excellent customer service. With demand for skilled drivers continuing across the UK, this apprenticeship offers a strong foundation for a long-term career in one of the country’s most essential industries.

Traditional Course Delivery

The course runs over 8 months, combining workplace experience with structured training to prepare learners for a career in professional driving. Apprentices complete all required theory tests, Driver CPC (where applicable), and a medical assessment as part of the programme.

Learners then undertake 3–5 days of practical driver training, including their HGV driving test, at a DVLA-approved driving school. All costs are covered, including medical fees, theory tests, Driver CPC, practical training, and one resit if required.

The programme concludes with an End-Point Assessment, consisting of 30 multiple choice questions, a 30-minute professional discussion, and a 30-minute practical drive. Once completed, the apprenticeship is signed off in full with no further training or review activity required.

This Course Follows a List of Standards

The HGV course follows a list of standards that a driver is expected to achieve before undertaking a final endpoint assessment (EPA).

The standards follow different criteria consisting of

  • Knowledge
  • Skills
  • Knowledge and Skills combined units
  • Professional Behaviours 

The learner is only put forward to the endpoint assessment once they can properly demonstrate all of the course standards. A full breakdown of these standards can be viewed below.

Level

2

Duration

Typically 8 months

Requirements
  • Hold a valid UK driving licence
  • Meet the medical standards required for professional drivers
  • Be employed and spend at least 50% of their working time in England
  • have been a UK resident for the last 3 years
Qualification

Equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades A*–C (or 9–4).

Location

This course can be taught anywhere in England.

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Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver

Course Breakdown

If you’d like a more detailed breakdown of the skills, knowledge, and professional behaviors you’ll gain over the course of the apprenticeship, just use the tabs below.
  • Safe & Fuel-Efficient Driving
  • Vehicle Safety & Maintenance
  • Load Security & Trailer Handling
  • Route Planning & Hazard Awareness
  • Transport Law & Driver Compliance
  • Driver Technology & Vehicle Systems
  • Customer Service & Communication
  • Driver Health & Wellbeing
  • Logistics Industry Knowledge
  • Safe & Controlled Vehicle Operation
  • Trailer Coupling & Vehicle Manoeuvring
  • Vehicle Preparation & Safety Checks
  • Load Security & Goods Handling
  • Route Planning & Problem Solving
  • Use of Driver Technology & IT Systems
  • Regulatory & Safety Compliance
  • Customer & Colleague Communication
  • Independent & Team Working
  • Professionalism & Personal Integrity
  • Safety-First Mindset
  • Accountability & Self-Development
  • Positive Customer & Team Interaction
  • Initiative & Independent Working
  • Flexibility & Adaptability
  • Responsible Vehicle & Load Ownership
  • Confidence Using Technology
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