Category D & D1 Driver Training
Gain your Category D or D1 licence with professional PCV training from Central Transport Training in Wolverhampton. Whether you need to drive a minibus, bus or coach, we can provide the practical training and test preparation needed for the appropriate licence category.
Category D1 Minibus Training
For vehicles with no more than 16 passenger seats and a maximum length of 8 metres, with a trailer up to 750kg.
Category D Bus & Coach Training
For drivers who need to drive larger buses and coaches carrying more than eight passengers.
Driver CPC Support
If you will be driving professionally, we can also help with the additional Driver CPC requirements where applicable.
Your Category D or D1 Training Journey
The training and testing process is broadly similar for both Category D and D1. We will help you identify the correct licence category and guide you through the stages required to gain the licence you need.
Provisional Entitlement and Theory Tests
Complete the required medical and provisional licence application for the appropriate category, then pass the relevant theory tests before practical training begins.
Practical D or D1 Training
Train in the appropriate passenger-carrying vehicle with an experienced instructor, covering vehicle controls, observation, road positioning, junctions, roundabouts, passenger safety and safe driving in a range of road and traffic conditions.
Module 3A and Module 3B Tests
Complete the required off-road Module 3A test and on-road Module 3B practical driving test for your chosen category.
What does Category D & D1 Training Involve?
Your practical training prepares you to drive the appropriate passenger-carrying vehicle safely and confidently and for the practical tests required to gain your Category D or D1 licence.
Practical Training
Training covers vehicle controls, observation, mirrors, road positioning, junctions, roundabouts, vehicle dimensions, passenger safety, reversing and safe driving in a range of road and traffic conditions.
Module 3A – Off-Road Test
Module 3A is the off-road practical test and includes the reversing exercise required for the licence category you are taking.
Module 3B – On-Road Driving Test
Module 3B is the on-road practical driving test. It assesses your ability to control the vehicle safely, make effective observations, use mirrors and signals correctly, position the vehicle appropriately and deal safely with normal road and traffic conditions.
Driver CPC – If You Need It
If you will be driving professionally and are not exempt, you may also need the Driver CPC qualification. This involves the additional Module 2 case studies test and Module 4 practical demonstration test.
Do I Need Driver CPC?
You will normally need Driver CPC if driving a bus, coach or minibus is the main part of your job. Some drivers may be exempt depending on how the vehicle is used and the type of work they carry out.
Examples where an exemption may apply include:
- Non-commercial driving
- Carrying passengers where driving is not your main activity in certain circumstances
- Certain emergency service and armed forces use
- Vehicle testing, repair or maintenance
- Driving lessons and licence testing
Module 2 – Case Studies Test
Module 2 is a computer-based case studies test based on situations you may face as a professional passenger-carrying vehicle driver. If you need the full initial Driver CPC qualification, this is one of the additional tests you will need to complete.
Module 4 – Practical Demonstration Test
Module 4 is a practical demonstration test covering areas such as vehicle safety, passenger safety, vehicle security, emergency situations and safe working practices.
Central Transport Training can provide the training and preparation required for Module 4 before you take the test.
Not Sure Whether You Need Driver CPC?
If you are unsure whether Driver CPC applies to you, speak to our team. We can explain the usual requirements and help you understand which parts of the qualification you may need.
Ready to Start your Category D or D1 Training?
Speak to our team about Category D or D1 training, course availability and the next steps towards gaining the licence you need.