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Anyone wanting to drive a category D1 vehicle professionally will need to pass Driver CPC and PCV D1. Having one without the other makes no sense. Anyone without both will not be able to source employment.
EP Trainings' experienced team can guide and manage the entire Driver CPC and PCV D1 acquisition from medical to final practical test. With 5 tests in total, why not let EP Training manage the whole process?
Price includes:
There are NO hidden extras, and the price includes VAT and all test fees.
The 'Pass Protection' is optional and buys you two free practical driving retests should you need them. It's a good idea to take the pass protection as it gives you another 2 driving tests, price otherwise is £450 per retest. The pass protection must be purchased before the start of the driving.
Not everyone needing D1 will also be requiring Driver CPC. As a result EP Training offers the option which allows you to gain D1 without CPC (Modules 2 and 4).
For example, ambulance drivers/paramedics do NOT require Driver CPC as their main occupation is NOT driving commercially. Also, if you only want to obtain D1 to use for private use then CPC is NOT required. We advise you search online for “Exemptions to Driver CPC” to find more information on this. It is anticipated that 6-8 weeks will be taken up completing the following:
All prices including test fees and VAT:
The 'Pass Protection' is optional and buys you two free practical driving retests should you need them. It's a good idea to take the pass protection as it gives you another 2 driving tests, price otherwise is £450 per retest. The pass protection must be purchased before the start of the driving.
Driving a bus with 9-16 passenger seats requires a category D1 entitlement on your licence. If you plan to drive a bus with a trailer exceeding 750kgs, you’ll need a D1E entitlement. Furthermore, driving a minibus for hire and reward necessitates additional Driver CPC training. While this might seem daunting, EP Training is here to help.
We have many years of experience in delivering practical D1 training or Bus Driver Training, and our instructors are DSA approved. All your training will take place at our modern, approved facilities in Great Bookham using our modern, well-maintained training vehicles. Here, you’ll learn everything you need to know for your practical test, which will take place at the DSA test centre in Guildford.
Upon completion of your Initial Driver CPC (if required as part of your training), you’ll receive a Driver Qualification Card valid for 5 years. After this, you’ll need to undertake a further 35 hours of Periodic training. EP Training is a leading provider of both Initial and Periodic Driver CPC courses.
At EP Training, we provide comprehensive support to help you acquire your minibus licence. We can arrange your medical and/or your D1 practical driving test at no extra cost. We can also assist you in ordering additional training books and publications if needed.
If you need a minibus refresher course, we offer tailored courses to meet your specific requirements.
If you passed your category B (car) test before 1st January 1997, you might already have a D1 entitlement on your licence, which allows you to drive a minibus without additional training. However, if your licence carries a restriction code 101, this means that you’ll need to undertake Driver CPC training to drive a minibus for hire or reward.
Whether you’re just starting or need to refresh your skills, EP Training is here to guide you through the process. Contact us for more information, or book your training online today.
Start your journey with EP Training, the trusted provider of Bus Driver Training in Surrey, and gain the skills and qualifications needed to excel in your career.