Driver CPC training for qualified drivers
How much training you need to do
You must do 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years to keep your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) to drive a lorry, bus or coach.
You can be fined up to £1,000 for driving professionally without Driver CPC.
You can check how many hours of training you’ve done in the current 5-year period.
You only need to complete one set of training every 5 years if you drive both lorries and buses professionally.
There’s a different process if you live in Northern Ireland.
What training to do
The training you need depends on where you want to drive.
Driving in the UK and Europe
You must complete 35 hours of only International Driver CPC training courses.
If you include any National training courses, you will get a National Driver CPC and will not be able to drive professionally in Europe.
Driving in the UK only
You must complete 35 hours of training. You can choose one of the following:
- National Driver CPC training courses only
- a mix of National and International Driver CPC training
Where to do your training
You have to do the training in the country where you work or normally live. Find Driver CPC training courses.