To obtain a provisional licence for category C1, you will need forms D2 Licence Application and D4 Medical Examination form. These can also be obtained from a Post Office but a request to the DVLA for a D2 D4 pack may be easier. Your medical with have to be paid for but the application is free. Once you have sent the forms off and have your provisional entitlement, you can now book your LGV theory and hazard tests. When you have completed the LGV theory and hazard perception tests, you can now confirm a booking for your practical training and test. Our standard course comprises of two full days' training on a one to one basis with test on the third day. Course dates can be found on our Facebook page which is regularly updated.   Driver CPC is not required for emergency services so no need to apply for the CPC module 2 case studies test.

Medium Goods Vehicle Drivers who passed their car test before 1/1/97 were given the entitlement to drive this category of vehicle and still do so under what’s known as acquired or “grandfather” rights. Drivers who passed on or after this date need to pass a test in a suitable vehicle in order to gain this entitlement. If you wish to drive commercially, it would probably be worthwhile taking a category C test (full HGV) which will also give you this entitlement. However, ambulance drivers, recovery trucks for mechanics, and builders normally have no wish to drive commercially and so only need this category. At KMLGV we keep ease of driving and costs to a minimum by using a “minimum vehicle requirements” vehicle shown here. Passing a practical driving test in this vehicle will allow you to drive any of these. You must first obtain provisional entitlement on your licence. See http://www.kmlgv.co.uk/provisional-licence-and-medical on how to apply. Send both forms to DVLA and study for your Theory and Hazard tests. DVDs available for under £20 Amazon, Ebay etc or search "LGV theory test" in your app store, ensuring that you pick the latest version. Apply for and pass your Theory and Hazard Perception Tests. (£40 - Visit https://www.gov.uk/book-theory-test for details) Call 01634 360270 or email your contact details to arrange training and practical test.   Practical training, including test fee (£155), based at Gillingham   £845 (NO VAT)   

PLEASE NOTE : Only Available to schools and charities (and similar) who can provide their own vehicle. Other than driving under the Community Bus Permit Scheme, in simple terms:- If you passed your test before 1st January 1997 you already hold the Category D1 entitlement but with the 101 restriction of 'not for hire or reward'! If you want the 101 restriction removed so that you can earn money driving a minibus then you will have to take a Category D1 driving test. NOTE Hire or reward encompasses any payment in cash or kind (or on behalf of) passengers which gives them a right to be carried. If you passed your test after 1st January 1997 you do not have the Category D1 entitlement on your licence and you cannot drive a minibus. However, you may drive if: you drive for a non-commercial body but not for hire or reward you are over 21 have held a car licence for 2 years are providing your service on a voluntary basis the minibus is under 3.5 tonnes Are you a teacher? If you are a teacher in the private sector at a non-charitable school, you will need a full 'D1' minibus licence. If you are a teacher in the state sector and drive under the CBPS, the area can be very complex and grey. If you drive during school hours it can be considered as for payment. This needs a full 'D1' licence. If you drive out of school hours it may not, however you are still teaching/supervising/have care and control therefore acting as a teacher you may fall back to the previous 'during school hours'. Claiming the concession will certainly bring you to the notice of the authorities, especially if an accident arose causing damage or injury with the obvious risk of prosecution. Also please check with your insurance company regarding the use of non - full 'D1' licence holders to see if cover will still be in force. It's your responsibility to ensure the safety of your children that you transport, and to ensure that you comply with your legal requirements. It is often possible and more economical to train teachers in pairs and it may be possible to arrange tests to minimise disruption to class schedules. Have a look at our prices page or call for an individual quote.

Category C1 Theory Test The theory test is made up of 2 parts - multiple choice and hazard perception. It doesn’t matter which one you take first but you need to pass both within 2 years of each other to get your theory test certificate. After passing the theory tests You’ll get a pass letter with the results for the part of the theory test you’ve just taken. When you’ve passed both parts, you’ll get sent your theory test certificate with your theory test number on it. You’ll need the theory test number when you book your practical test. Your theory test certificate is valid for 2 years from when you passed the first part of the test. If you don’t take your practical test within 2 years of passing the first part of the test, you’ll have to retake that part again. If you fail the theory tests You’ll get a results letter with feedback telling you why you’ve failed. You can book another theory test straight away but you can’t take the test for another 3 clear working days.