{"id":18395,"date":"2025-05-15T13:30:29","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T13:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/?page_id=18395"},"modified":"2026-06-04T13:08:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T13:08:10","slug":"category-c-ce-fast-track","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/index.php\/licences-courses\/category-c-ce-fast-track\/","title":{"rendered":"Fast Track HGV Cat C &#038; C+E Licence"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><em>Our combined Category C &amp; C+E HGV training package is the fastest route to a full artic licence. Also known as a Class 1 licence, Category C+E is the highest HGV qualification you can hold &#8211; and our 24-hour programme, delivered over 6 days, gets you there for both rigid and articulated vehicles in one efficient package.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><em>We coordinate everything; from your medical and theory support through to both practical tests \u2014 so you can focus on passing.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Why go for the combined C &amp; C+E?<\/strong> <em>Holding both licences gives you access to the widest range of HGV driving roles \u2014 from local rigid work to long-haul artic driving.<\/em><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Dual qualification<\/strong> \u2014 earn both licences in one package rather than returning for a second course later<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Earning potential<\/strong> \u2014 C+E roles typically start from \u00a340,000+<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Career flexibility<\/strong> \u2014 local deliveries, long-distance haulage, port and container transport<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Strong demand<\/strong> \u2014 qualified artic drivers remain in short supply across the UK<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>What jobs can you get with C &amp; C+E?<\/strong> <em>With both licences you&#8217;re qualified for a broad range of roles, including:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Local and regional delivery driver<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Long-distance and international haulage<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Port and container transport<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Many roles also include overnight allowances, performance bonuses and employer-sponsored CPC hours.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>How the process works<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 1: Medical &amp; provisional licence application<\/strong> A DVLA medical is required before HGV training can begin. This must be carried out independently, we can arrange a local medical centre that offers the examination. We support you through the provisional C and C+E licence application at the same time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 2: Theory test<\/strong> We provide access to revision materials and mock tests, and book your theory tests once you&#8217;re ready. You&#8217;ll need to pass:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Multiple choice questions<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Hazard perception test<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">CPC Module 2 (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 3: Category C practical training<\/strong> Practical training begins with a Category C rigid vehicle, covering vehicle controls and safety checks, on-road driving and manoeuvres, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/index.php\/cpc-2\/\">CPC Module 4<\/a> where applicable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 4: Category C practical test<\/strong> We book your DVSA Category C test. Once passed, you move straight into C+E training \u2014 no waiting for your licence to arrive.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 5: Category C+E practical training<\/strong> Training moves to a full-length articulated lorry, covering coupling and uncoupling, reversing and bay parking, and dual carriageway and motorway driving.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Step 6: Category C+E practical test<\/strong> We book your DVSA C+E test. Pass both and you&#8217;ll hold a full Class 1 HGV licence \u2014 the highest category available.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\" \/>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Why Surrey &amp; Hampshire HGV Training?<\/strong> <em>We offer a fully managed HGV training service \u2014 one point of contact who coordinates every stage of your combined C and C+E package. Training is carried out by DVSA-approved instructors in modern HGV vehicles, with scheduling arranged to suit you.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><em>From your first medical appointment through to your final test and job search support, we handle the process so you can focus on passing.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><em>Call us on <a href=\"tel:01276537400\"><strong>01276 537400<\/strong><\/a> or get a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/index.php\/contact\/\">quote online<\/a> today.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our combined Category C &amp; C+E HGV training package is the fastest route to a full artic licence. 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