HGV C+E Driver Refresher & Development Course (Options for Training Hours & Tests)
The HGV C+E Driver Refresher & Development Course is designed for both qualified HGV drivers and learner drivers who require additional practical training to improve their driving skills, increase confidence, or prepare for a DVSA practical driving test or re-test. ***Price will be calculated during booking*** The price varies depending on options you choose.
Description
Every driver learns at a different pace, and additional practical training can make a significant difference to confidence, competence and test success.
Our HGV C+E Driver Refresher & Development Course is designed to provide personalised driver coaching based on your individual experience and objectives.
Whether you are returning to HGV driving after several years away, preparing for a practical driving test, returning after an unsuccessful DVSA test, or simply wishing to improve your driving standard, our instructors will create a training programme tailored specifically to your needs.
Training can be booked as a half-day, full-day, or as additional training hours to complement an existing HGV driver training programme.
The course focuses on building confidence, correcting poor habits, improving vehicle control, and ensuring drivers are fully prepared for safe professional driving or their next practical test.
Prerequisites
To enrol on this course, candidates should:
- Hold a valid UK Category C+E provisional or full driving licence entitlement (depending on the purpose of the training)
- Meet the relevant DVLA medical requirements
- Be physically capable of safely operating a Category C+E vehicle
- Have a basic understanding of English
- Have access to an email address
This course is suitable for both qualified HGV drivers and learner drivers preparing for or re-sitting their practical tests.
What's Involved
Every course is individually tailored and may include:
- Vehicle familiarisation and cockpit drill
- Daily walkaround checks
- Vehicle controls and safe operation
- Moving away and stopping safely
- Correct use of mirrors and observation
- Road positioning
- Junctions and roundabouts
- Lane discipline
- Forward planning and hazard perception
- Urban, rural and motorway driving
- Speed management
- Gear selection and vehicle control
- Eco-safe driving techniques
- Reversing practice (DVSA Test 3a)
- Coupling and uncoupling procedures (where required)
- Practical driving on DVSA test routes where appropriate
- Mock driving tests
- Instructor feedback and coaching
Training can focus on specific areas where additional support is required, allowing candidates to maximise the value of every training session.
Assessment
This is a driver development course and does not include a formal qualification.
Throughout the course, instructors continuously assess driving performance and provide structured feedback to help candidates improve their skills and confidence.
Where appropriate, training can prepare candidates for:
DVSA Test 3a – Off-Road Exercises
Including:
- Reversing exercise
- Coupling and uncoupling procedures (where applicable)
DVSA Test 3b – On-Road Driving Test
Including:
- Road driving
- Vehicle control
- Hazard awareness
- Safe driving techniques
- Professional driving standards
For qualified drivers, the assessment focuses on identifying opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and overall driving performance.
Key Benefits
Flexible Training
Book as many additional training hours as you need, from a short refresher session to multiple days of driver development.
Ideal Following a Test Failure
Receive targeted coaching following an unsuccessful DVSA Test 3a or Test 3b, helping you address the specific areas identified by the examiner before your re-test.
Personalised One-to-One Tuition
Training is tailored around your individual experience, confidence level and learning objectives.
Build Confidence
Perfect for drivers returning to HGV driving after time away or anyone wanting additional experience before driving professionally.
Improve Driving Standards
Develop smoother, safer and more confident driving techniques through practical coaching.
Increase Your Chances of Passing
Additional tuition can help reinforce good driving habits and improve preparation for your practical driving test or re-test.
Practical, Hands-On Training
Gain valuable experience driving a Category C+E vehicle in a variety of road and traffic conditions.
Professional Instructor Feedback
Receive constructive coaching from experienced HGV instructors to help you achieve your driving goals.
Pricing
- 2 Hours driver training - £200 plus VAT
- 4 Hours driver training - £400 plus VAT
- 6 Hours driver training - £600 plus VAT
- 8 Hours driver training - £800 plus VAT
- Training Vehicle Hire (If Retest option only with no training booked)
- Module 3a Test Booking & Fees - £40
- Module 3b Test Booking & Fees £115