What is a CPC driver card?

You’ll get your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence ( CPC ) card when you’ve done 35 hours of periodic training. The card is sometimes called a ‘driver qualification card’ or ‘ DQC ‘. You must carry this card while driving a lorry, bus or coach professionally.

What does the Driver CPC consist of?

What does CPC training involve? If you are a new driver, your initial training will consist of four modules, including the theory and practical tests you must sit to obtain a driver’s licence. The other two modules are specific to driving lorries, buses or coaches professionally.

What are the 4 CPC tests?

Doing these CPC modules will make you eligible for driving CPC vehicles. There are four modules of CPC which includes theory test, Driver CPC case study, driving ability test, Driver CPC demonstration test.

Do you have to have a CPC card to drive a lorry?

You’ll get your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card when you’ve done 35 hours of periodic training. The card is sometimes called a ‘driver qualification card’ or ‘DQC’. You must carry this card while driving a lorry, bus or coach professionally. You can get a £50 fixed penalty for driving professionally without your card.

Where do I Send my Driver CPC card?

How the card is sent to you. Your Driver CPC card will be sent automatically to the address on your driving licence. You need to change this address first if it’s wrong. You only need to apply for your card if you did some of your periodic training in another EU country.

Can a photo be used on a CPC card?

The photo and signature on your photocard driving licence will be used on your Driver CPC card. You can still drive professionally if you’ve done your periodic training and you’re waiting for your new Driver CPC card to arrive.

How long does a Driver CPC card last?

Your Driver CPC card will not have your address on it and uses the photograph and signature on your photocard driving licence. Your Driver CPC lasts for five years. In order to retain your Driver CPC, you will need to complete 35 hours of periodic training every five years if you want to continue driving professionally.