Who needs a CPC? Under EU rules, all LGV & PCV Drivers will need to hold a valid Driver Qualification Card (DQC) obtained by completing a CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) course in addition to their driving licence.

New drivers will need to take a test to receive their initial CPC and it needs to be renewed every 5 years by attending a compulsory 35-hour training course.

Holders of Vocational Licences who passed a Bus/Coach licence before 10th September 2008, or Lorry Drivers before 10th September 2009 have been given 5 years to gain their CPC and will need to complete their 35 hours training by the deadline and renew their Driver Qualification Card (DQC).

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Check how many hours of Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) training you've done and which courses you've attended in the past.