Specialist HGV Training Leicester

At HGV Training Network, we offer the most extensive HGV training in Leicester. Our team of professionals are committed to helping you with the training procedure and provide the following:

• Your medical exam
• Tuition and revision
• Your provisional application
• Booking your HGV theory and practical tests
• Supporting you with your CPC qualification

Once your training has ended and you have your licence, we can assist in securing your first professional HGV driving position through our trusted recruitment partners.

HGV training costs in Leicester will differ from person to person and depend on the amount of tuition you need.

If you have past experience learning how to manoeuvre HGVs, you’ll probably require less tuition. But, if you’re a beginner, you’ll need a lot more. At HGV Training Network, we adapt our programmes to each learner and offer flexible financing to split the cost of your course.

Desperate to get started? Contact us today and we’ll tailor a training package to fit your needs.

If you live in Leicester or the surrounding area, we have a specialist facility located close by.

Or, if you’d prefer another location, you can do your training in one of our many training centres up and down the UK – so, even if you’re relocating, you’re sure to find a training facility near you.

Click here to view the full list of our locations.

Obtaining your HGV licence is like any other qualification – if you take the time to work hard, revise and learn from an experienced instructor with expert knowledge, you should achieve your licence easily. Specialist instructors will offer you valuable advice that makes your learning journey simpler.

Remember, everyone learns at their own pace – if you’re a great driver, you could utilise your skill and expand into the HGV driving sector.

Yes – once you successfully pass your test and obtain your HGV licence, our recruitment partner Blue Arrow will search to partner you with a role that best fits your criteria.

Blue Arrow are a successful recruitment agency with proven results in finding professional driver openings for newly qualified HGV drivers. This will save you from scrolling through roles that require 2+ years of experience driving HGVs, which poses an issue for those just entering the industry.

If you’re rearing to enter the fulfilling industry of HGV driving and begin your HGV training in Leicester, contact us today.

There is a selection of different vehicle types you could drive with an HGV licence.

CLASS 2 – CAT-C

The Category C licence permits drivers to drive vehicles with a minimum capacity of 3.5 tonnes and a max of 32 tonnes.

Most businesses depend on class 2’s and driving one can earn an average yearly salary of up to £30,000 which makes them very attractive to drive.

CLASS 1 – CAT C+E

The Category C+E licence, allows you to operate lorries with a max weight limit of 44 tonnes.

You must have a Cat C licence to gain a Class 1 licence – but the added qualification is incredibly rewarding – drivers of C+E vehicles earn the highest salaries, averaging £40k annually.

7.5 TON – CAT C1

The Cat C1 vehicles are used mostly in delivery driving in urban areas. This licence must be obtained in order to drive ambulances, and horse boxes. A CAT 1 licence permits drivers to manoeuvre vehicles above 3.5 tons but not exceeding 7.5 tons.

Drivers of CAT 1s can earn a great-watering salary, with annual wages averaging £24,000.

Are you interested in starting HGV training in Leicester? Why not contact us today?