Department For Education
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To become a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver, you need a professional driving qualification called the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
There are different training courses available to help you get the Driver CPC.
The training to help you qualify as an HGV driver is different to the training to keep your Driver CPC up to date once youve qualified.
What training is available
The training options depend on where you live. Depending on which option you take, you might be able to get help with some or all of the costs.
Skills Bootcamps
The government-funded Skills Bootcamps are free training courses. They last up to 16 weeks.
These are only available in England.
Apprenticeships
If you train through an apprenticeship youll be paid a salary while you do your training.
These are available in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Vocational qualifications
If you take a vocational qualification, you might be able to get some or all of the qualification paid for.
These are only available in England.
Driving schools
You can learn with a private driving school.
These are available in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Get help deciding which course to do
For advice to help you decide which training option is best for you: