{"id":15872,"date":"2023-12-15T14:05:44","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T14:05:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/?p=15872"},"modified":"2023-12-15T14:05:44","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T14:05:44","slug":"is-your-new-years-resolution-to-train-to-be-a-hgv-driver-heres-how-to-make-it-happen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surreyandhampshirehgvtraining.co.uk\/index.php\/is-your-new-years-resolution-to-train-to-be-a-hgv-driver-heres-how-to-make-it-happen\/","title":{"rendered":"Is your New Years\u2019 resolution to train to be a HGV driver? Here\u2019s how to make it happen"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the year comes to a close, many people start to think about what changes they may wish to make for next year. You might consider a personal challenge, a lifestyle shift, or a career change. If it\u2019s the last one, there are a huge number of reasons that training to be an HGV driver could be the right path for you. We\u2019ll look at the practical steps to take in order to gain an HGV qualification, as well as the benefits to this career choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Training Process<\/span><\/h2>\n

To begin training to <\/span>drive HGVs<\/span><\/a>, all you need is a full UK driving licence and to be over 18. When you enrol with an established HGV driving school, they can help you to navigate the process as you apply for your provisional licence, decide on your course, and book the CPC required tests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Provisional Licence<\/span><\/h4>\n

As part of your provisional licence application, you will need to fill in forms D2 and D4. Form D4 is a medical form and is normally filled in by a doctor. However, there are occasions where this can be managed by a private firm. Form D2 is the basic licence application form, so you will need to have decided which vehicle category you wish to apply to drive. When you return the forms with your photocard driving licence, there is no additional fee to be paid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Which Category?<\/span><\/h4>\n

There are a few different HGV categories. When you choose which to apply to add to your provisional licence, try to think ahead about what vehicles you may drive in the future. It\u2019s better to choose a higher level category so that you have the flexibility to drive a wider range of vehicles. The categories that you will see on your licence are:<\/span><\/p>\n