How to become a Lorry driver - STEP BY STEP GUIDE
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- How do I become a Lorry driver? How do I get my HGV licence? What does HGV training actually mean? In this video we break down the easy to follow steps to show you how 👍🏼 - www.nationaldrivingcentre.co....
Have you thought about a new career and looking into the possibility of the LGV industry? Lorry jobs due to the huge increase in online buying have never been more important to deliver the world their goods. With there already being a well documented LGV driver shortage, now could be the perfect time to escape the office and live life in a lorry out on the open road!
This video will outline the steps from Applying for the D2 / D4 forms, Theory tests, HGV Practical training and then finishing with the DVSA LGV driving test. We hope you enjoy!
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Considering this is the style of video like you get in any work type training session it's actually really good - it's straightforward and easy to follow, giving lots of information without a huge amount of narration
Thank you so much👍👍👍
Truly the most useful and easy to follow video on this topic I've seen. Great work guys.
Thank you so much, best of luck 👍👍
Watched a few of your videos and they're really helpful, thank you. I'm just starting out on my journey, medical is booked.
Thank you. Great work. 👍👍👍👍👍
I’m a 49 year old mum of 6 and former nurse matron. Have decided on a HUGE career change. Just starting on my journey and about to book my medical! 😊
Thats amazing. Great work, let us know if you have any questions or need some help. 👍👍👍👍👍 Kind Regards Paul.
Been watching this channel since I decided to train to be a HGV driver now watching a program on channel 4 and it’s the same driving school and I love that I can’t get enough of playing trucking simulators watching HGV drivers on CZcams or on the internet and trucking series I really want to excel at driving a HGV not for the money or the hours just because I watched Smokey and the bandit with my dad when I was about 8 and said I’d do that he entertained it and said ok I’m now 30 and he’s gone now so I will be a HGV driver his inheritance is getting me there and maybe one day my son can follow in my footsteps
Thank you so much for your comment.
Great video, I have done my D4 medical, D2 form, licence has come back and hazard perception and theory tests booked for next month 😊 I am paying for the different stages as I go to make it more affordable but I will get there eventually 😊
Great news Elizabeth, Good luck and hope it all goes well.
You'll get there. Keep going forward.
Hey how did your test go?
@@leevids3336 passed theory and hazard perception tests last month, got practical training and test in July
@@elizabethmaybrown6715 wonderful, is that for a class 1 or 2 or you have to do both?
Just want to thank you guys for these very helpful videos. Have the practical truck test coming up here in Dublin and they have helped so much. Much appreciated, thanks again 👍
No problem, thank you.. good luck. 🤞 🤞🤞🤞👍👍👍👍
Did you pass?
@@Craig6623 I sure did, first time too! I drive bin trucks for Panda Waste now full time! The videos were a great help
@Paddy M Congratulations! How have you found it? I am doing my driving test on Tuesday, already finished my reversing maneuver... I hope that I am as lucky 😅
@@Craig6623 I was a helper for years in the trucks so I have always been use to the maneuvering so it was an easy enough transition. Honestly, just take your time and believe in your own abilities for the test. Hopefully all goes well for you pal 👍🏼
This video was really helpful thank you brother
You are more than welcome. Thank you 👍👍
I can’t wait till I start my training in March hopefully 🙏
Just do yourself a favour love and do your med, theory, cpc and forms all on your own and then find a company that doesn't charge you a bomb for training and test x mod 4 and you'll be pleased you did and if I'm being honest if you have worked in driving delivering take the 4 day 3 day then test you'll save yourself a bit more but depends on how you feel once we can go back I'm doing my class 1 and hiab for crane operating lol good luck
@@ash7403 I’m getting it all fully funded of a place anyways but thanks for advice and I used to deliver for Amazon for 3 years so I just want to start getting to grips with the bigger vehicle.
Fingers crossed. Good luck.
@@NationalDrivingCentre thank you
Right behind ya on dat 1 mate
This video really helped me out
Thank you so much Tom.
I cant wait soon i will start learning
Good work👍👍👍
My medical is booked for Thursday, the start of a new chapter 🙂
Great work, and so it begins. Good luck.
How's it going
@@ThePilotWhoCantFly all theory tests are passed, just have to wait for time off work so I can do the course. 👍
@@freedomisnotfree30 hehe just did my medical good luck with your career hope you can start your new chapter soon!
@@ThePilotWhoCantFly thank you, course is all booked in for march here's hoping I pass. Good luck with your journey too.
Theory test already postponed once, I hope this time it goes ahead. This pandemic and lockdown has really dragged this out.
So sorry to hear it's been postponed stay in there keep the revision going so you're ready to ace the test when everything opens up.🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
I’ve had to rearrange mine 3 times! Because of the circuit breaker, local tier 4, and then the new lockdown! Hoping my end of March dates will go ahead, but I doubt it...
To add class 1 do new drivers need to have medical form in as well ? I’ve done my medical form few years back for class 2 but I never went to complete and finish class 2 so now I’m looking to jump to class 1 and add the class 1 provision into my license
Thank you so much for your comment.
I’m thinking of going into truck or lorry driving for nearly 3 years 2 and a half years until I get to drive a lorry can’t wait
Not long to go. Thank you for the comment. Good luck and stay safe.👍👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre thanks and thank you for uploading stay safe aswell
Felt as if iam the one doing everything, iam inspired 🙏
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Im 19 and really considering this as a career and this video really helped
Thank you so much that means a lot. It's definitely worth a look 👍👍👍
What's the hazard perception exam like? Is it the same as a CAT B licence exam but you just have to do more of them or are the videos specific for lorries?
An excellent question, no it's exactly the same as a category B test and potentially the same videos. 👍👍
hi!
about how long is it gonna take? from start to finish. i have only B cat, full. and i want cat C and C+E. any ideea?
thank you.
Thank you so much for your comment.
Is DVSA's practical test only on a site or there is journey to town as well? (Confused)
So the DVSA practical test leaves are testing facility in south London and they go for a drive for about an hour there about 18 test routes in total and we don't know which one the driving examiner will take so during the training period we will go through some of these roots to prepare the student.👍👍
Does provisional licence for hgv come separately when you're just adding additional provisional enti tlement to your car licence? Bit confused😀 Thanks
Once you have your cat B license, only then can you apply for your provisional cat C or D. Hope this helps 👍👍👍
Hi, do you need to do the CPC case studies before the practical or can you do that after? I have done my theory multiple choice and hazards. I have my practical booked for January but after watching this I am worried I should of done my CPC when I did my theory? I was under the impression you can do the CPC after.
That's no problem whatsoever. Yes you can complete it after. This is not unusual, get the driving done and Passed and out the way, and then afterwards you can then complete your module two and four, but remember you cannot drive professionally without it. 👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre thank you very much
Hi , hope you are fine. I want to ask that which app is best for the preparation of theory and hazard and cpc. Thank you
The one we would advise his driving test success. I'll put the link below. We like this one because, as well as having theory, there are a few videos to help you along the way.
www.drivingtestsuccess.com
Can apply foreign students for HGV course.I allrady complete national certificate course in primover operator .want to get advance training .
As long as you have a full UK driving licence then yes you can complete these courses.
Thats great video! Of course, I every time wonna become a lorry driver, but I am still not.... but still dreaming!!!!
Thank you so much. Its always worth having a dream. You can do it.
@@NationalDrivingCentre I dont need it, I am a pastor in a church, but maybe one time... may I say: just for fun...
Hi. I'm curently a bus driver and done my licence just year ego. Do I still needs to do D4? Thank you 👍
DVLA can hold medical records for up to 2 years however when adding an entitlement you may need to do an up-to-date default, Best thing to do is give them a call and find out if your current D4 is still active.👍👍👍
I've just sent off for my d4 and d2 forms but just wondering how much are the lessons and can I pay monthly?
We will need to do a free assessment to see how many days you would need. When you get your license back please give us a call. 👍👍👍👍
What is the beat theory app you would recommend
Thank you so much for your comment.
The thing is when you get your class 1 licence you have to wait 18 months for insurance
No one company will give job after at list 1 year
That's correct pretty much echoing what we said from our B to C+E video it's all very well the government removing caps but that doesn't mean the company are going to review their insurance policies thank you so much for your comment.👍
Hi on your Hgv Practical test do you have to read a number plate before the test starts or you go straight to the Tell me show me questions I saw this on Google Hi do you have to read a number plate before the Hgv Practical test or do you start off with the Tell me show me questions? I saw this on Google This only applies to cars and motorbikes. Vocational tests rely on the medical report, so NO eyesight test is involved at the time of the driving test for trucks and buses. NVDIR APPROVED TRAINING CENTRE. FIRST ACCREDITED BY DVSA 2008.is this correct? Please advise
No, you will not have to read the numberplate for your driving test. Due to the fact, you've already had a medical to be able to apply for the provisional entitlement. 👍👍👍
Thank you for this reply is this 100% it's just other ppl saying yeah you read a number plate at Hgv test so reply/answer is correct???
Nothing beats that feeling when examiner tells you congratulations you have passed
Very true.👍👍
It was a great feeling for me. Then I was brought down to earth with a very big bump.
I applied for dozens of jobs, every one said sorry, you do not have enough experience, this is due to insurance.
Glad I didn't have to pay for my training, that was down to the good old British taxpayer.
Overnight I became a 16 year old again, can't get a job, can't get experience. So went back to my old job, haven't bothered to renew my licence.
Hlo sar
First step fill D1 form then go for medical and then fill D2 form and post it
The D2 and D4 are the first forms you would need to complete to apply for the provisional license for LGV.
I have failed my theory test last month because it was different questions with the one i read on my CD laptob.
Make sure you use paid applications on your phone / desktop or the newest books and that will help. A lot of the questions are worded differently to not make it too easy.
@@NationalDrivingCentre which app do you recommend ?
i know Dave, use to drive the bus with Dave at Beddington depot.
Yes, thats the one 👍
I have UK driving licence, how many years i should complete before i apply for truck licence??
There is no actual limit as to how many years you need to complete you can apply for it now. However, just be careful, there are some companies that may take advantage of your experience. Make sure they carry out an assessment, as some companies will tell you, you will need 10 days. But how would they know this if they've never seen you drive?. 👍👍👍 thank you so much for your question. Hope this helps any problems please give us a call. Kind Regards Paul.
What’s the very first category you can obtain ? And what order dose it go up in please ?
Thank you :)
So, to begin with you would start with the Car (Cat B) You can drive vehicles up to 3,500kg MAM with up to 8 passenger seats (with a trailer up to 750kg).
Then You can go straight to Cat C (You can drive vehicles over 3,500kg with a trailer up to 750kg MAM). If you did not want to go this big you can go to the C1 (You can drive vehicles between 3,500 and 7,500kg MAM with a trailer up to 750kg). Once you have the Cat C you can then go for the C+E (You can drive category C vehicles with a trailer over 750kg.) I know this seems a bit confusing basically-
Cat B = Car
Cat C1 = Van up to 7.5t
Cat C = Rigid Truck
Cat C+E Articulated lorry.
We hope this helps if you have any questions please give us a call.
@@NationalDrivingCentre Great break down , thank you , I knew it wasn’t the most clear thing to try work out , so already being a car driver what’s the best / fastest way to get to the c+e ? What level can I jump in at ?
If that makes sense ?
Thank you again , also where are you located ?
@@_HarryJ Thank you. You would need to go Cat C then C+E. We are based in Croydon. Please check out our website location and price guide.
www.nationaldrivingcentre.co.uk
@@NationalDrivingCentre this is very helpful video, thank you
just got questions i want to become mixer truck driver so what cat do I need? And
Atm I’m revision LGV and PCV theory on the app but I’m getting so many questions related for bus but I’m not sure if I’m revistion the Wright one
Can you share a link of the app please I don't know which one to buy
Hard to send in CZcams Joseph - just make sure it is a paid app. Free ones don't have all the information you'll need 👍
Passed Hazard and Multiple
before start practical training
do i need to pass cpc
You can still start your training and still pass, but you would not be able to drive for a living. We normally get all three done before you start your course but it's not unusual for a student to do it afterwards.
@@NationalDrivingCentre ok lets me book the test after pass I will give a call to start my c e licence
Can someone tell me which app to download for theory text pls thanks
We use Driver test success anytime. Its very good.👍👍
Hi am wearing power glass. Am I eligible to clear eye test in medical ?
I'm so sorry but I wouldn't be eligible to comment on this this is something you'd have to ask your doctor.👍
I need an answer more like do my myopia will terminate me even before i start? I have -5 in both eyes
Sorry, not sure we can help with this.
Which application does he use for theory test can you tell me please.
The best one we found so far, is DTS Anytime. Not only does it have some great Q&A sessions, but some good videos to help you along the way. 👍👍
Are u got easy exam route? How is hard for first.time? What about 1st Time passed canditate raiting?
Thank you for your comment. There are a number of routes whether they are easy or not is down to the student and how they deal with each scenario. “Is it Hard first time?” again if you listen to your instructor and work hard on course then no but that does not mean it’s a given, these are large vehicles and the standard to pass needs to be high.
@@NationalDrivingCentre approximately when resume driving lessons?
What phone app do you recommend for theory test?
Thank you
Thank you so much for your comment.👍
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Love you guys
U guys r 👼 Angeles
Thank you so much.
I am from asia can I become truck driver in UK? and I must create new truck driver license?
Good morning Gembot, I hope all is well. When you get here and you are all settled in. you would need to obtain a full UK driving licence. Once you have that you can start the process for Cat C or D. This information is all on our web site under what to do next.
I may just be 12years old but I’m still intressted in how I could qualify to be a lorry driver uk
Thank you for your comment. once you have passed your car license you can move onto this. there are some great HGV simulators out there. 👍👍👍thank you for watching.
Hey.
Few Questions;
- How long is the C2 HGV/ LGV Course & training for?
- Is CPC Included?
- How much for the course/training?
- Whats the earliest Available to book?
Thank you
Hello Hope all is well some great questions. First of all not sure what you mean by C2, do you mean the C+E or the category C? Yes the CPC is included in our courses. As for the pricing, click to the link at the bottom of the video to go to our website all our prices are on our website, as to availability on course we would need to bring you in for your free assessment to see how many days you would need and then we can talk through availability.👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre Hey, thanks for getting back to me.
All good thanks & yourself?
Im still very new to all this & dont have any1 to ask questions about it. So bare with me.
Class 2 licence/Category C. Are those the same thing?
Do I still need to fill out a D2 & D4 form to get the provisional licence for Category C Licence or will my PCV Category D1 + D cover that. Apolagies if im sounding dumb lol.
Ok thanks & understood :)
Could you please tell me from the moment you enter the test centre step by step? I have stress just did my medical sending my form to DVLA and when I get it well start the rest.
Please have a look at our web site and it will run through this process step by step.👍👍👍
I’m 28 this year, do you think it’s too late to start?
Absolutely not. you are spot on👍👍👍👍
Can you driver truck in uk with driver licence from Tunisia or impossible
You need to transfer your license to a full UK license. There is more information on the link below to the government website.
www.gov.uk/driving-nongb-licence
I hope this helps. Thank you so much for your question. 👍👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre but I don't live in UK and try to find cantract work there to move from Tunisia to UK and I don't know if I can or hard for me ,thank you
Do u have to have your normal license before u upgrade to a HGV
Yes, you need to have a full UK driving license. 👍👍
How long do u need to have it before u go for hgv
There is no time limit. This will be more of a problem when you try to find work. The employers will normally require some good time for experience and there will also be a issue with insurance on there part. But this does not stop you doing it. 👍👍@@another1production909
@@NationalDrivingCentre thank u very much and wats the cost to get your hgv
Please have a look at our web site for a guide. Obviously this depends on your assessment. www.nationaldrivingcentre.co.uk/prices/@@another1production909
which app is good for preparing theory test
The app we use for our students is DTS anytime. It is a good one with some great content and videos.
DTS anytime but I get confused exactly wich one is it LGV HGV PCV??? Help
Hi which theory app would u recommend?
We use Driver test success.its a good one.👍
@@NationalDrivingCentre ok thank u I just got my forms gonna go for medical soon do u have any instructors in Cardiff
@@NationalDrivingCentre is that an app ?
Are those lorries in uk automatic or manual?
Yes the majority of then are. There are a couple of firms that do still use manual trucks but not to many.👍👍
How do I join your programme? 😊
The best thing to do is pop onto our web site.👍👍👍
I am from India and 43 is it possible for me to come and take training and job.
Yes no problem at all.👍👍
trucking , great £2,470 quid later I have a HGV class 1 licence, Now at 54, I'm begging to think i wasted my money, as all the company's out there , require you to have 1 or 2 years experience , I've been driving a decker bus round the city for the last 20 years , and I'm still not experience to driver a truck,
Thank you so much for your comment and your input 👍
or it could be age discrimination im 50 and trying to get any kind of job is proving hard
I got my license easily and I can recommend y'all to 👇👇
Cyber Credible mad it easy for me
Thank you so much you are very kind well done.👍👍👍
Thank you so much you are very kind well done.👍👍👍
Can i get category c license
I am in tier 4 dependent visa
A very good question. Unfortunately, this is not our industry, Sorry. We think it would be best to contact HMRC regarding this question. Kind regards NDC.
Im interested in hgv driving but all employers seem to want experience.
This is absolutely true with the rising cost of Insurance. A lot of companies will require experience however, when writing your CV and approaching these companies, remember you are not new at driving, you are just new at driving a larger vehicle. So make sure you put these points across within your CV and sell yourself. 👍👍
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Thank you so much.
Ndc located in sweden?
Sorry, unfortunately we are based in London United Kingdom. 👍👍
How much do I need to pay for me to become a truck driver please? Writing from Uganda East Africa
You will need a full uk driving license first then we can do a free assessment 👍👍👍👍
Is it worth someone who is approaching 55 considering this?
Yes, this is not uncommon for people of this age to come and do these courses. 👍👍👍
Sunny Croydon!!
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Nothing about how u go about getting ur 1st job as newly qualified which is surely the most important bit ?
Sorry Andy, unfortunately not just on how to get the qualifications to drive the vehicles. 👍
Like any other job? Write a CV up and send it around to companies
Very true. 👍@@nodafy
I started driving HGV 2 in1978 not tach only log book 2 licence s HGV and car so proud of my black HGV licence but the tacho cam in tax on night out money I retired from driving in 2008 and become a gas fitter no night out home every night no weekend work and earn £45 pH no way could I earn that driving HGV
Thank you so much for your comment.👍
Can you grant a foreigner an admission to be trained as a Truck driver in UK
Not something we can do, no👍
Am a truck driver from Nigeria, will be moving to the UK by January and I will love to continue with my career cos thats what I love doing, please what are the thing I need to get ready from Nigeria and things I will have to work on when I get there to make my dream comes true. Please can i get your contact for follow up when I get to the UK?
With regards to working in the UK, this is something you will need to take up with the UK Visa applications. What do you have a full UK driving license then we can help. 👍
Hello
My question
I have car licence so how long i wait then i get trining
Thankyou
Once you have the provisional full category C you can start your training straight away. If you pop onto our website you will see the application for the D2D4 forms you will need these to apply for the provisional license.👍👍
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5.17 did you just drive through a red light??😬
A great spot Richard but no. If you look into the into the distance you will see the traffic light is on green this traffic light has a filter and for the first three seconds is a left turn only and then the main traffic light turns green where all traffic can go a great spot Richard.👍
Just passed my Class 1, but alot of employers wont entairtain me "NO EXPERIENCE"
Where in the country are you
@@markweston216 Fife, Scotland
@@samelastic4468 depending what part. I know xpo running Iceland in livingston take on new pass
@@markweston216 thanks i'm from Kirkcaldy, will look up xpo
@@markweston216 have had my Class 2 for over 30 years, driven drawbar trailers, not entirely new to this game.
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Hello👍
Can I please be admitted to your school?
You will need a full uk driving license first then we can do a free assessment 👍👍👍👍
Just wish it will reopen soon
Hopefully not to long🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
@@NationalDrivingCentre is it next Monday we going to see what he says do you have any idea. When
Please.....I have been a truck driver for 33 years....mainly international and the last 25 years doing music concerts.......I strongly recommend that you select another career.........the actual driving is good.....its just the way you are treated.....the services are shocking...you have to be very carefully were you park.....please think strongly abount this......
Thank you for your comment Stuart. Wow 33 years, Cant be that bad of a job.
I have 3 years work permit In London as a Executive Chefs.
If i will do training in your institution and Pass all the tests and get the HGV driving license.
Then will i able to do full time work for a Lorry driver? Or there are any restrictions.
Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you very much
Unfortunately this is not a question we can answer probably best to contact the governments working Visa or similar. So sorry.👍
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