Fully funded HGV licence training
Epping Forest District Council, Harlow Council and Uttlesford District Council have joined forces to deliver training courses for residents in West Essex.
The courses in collaboration with Essex County Council are funded by the UK Government, through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
HGV license
Fully funded training for Classes 1 & 2, HIAB & Forklift, CPC & ADR licences. The hands-on training courses are delivered over 3 weeks (not necessarily consecutive) and start with an application followed by a medical, before commencing the driving/equipment instruction and test.
Eligibility
This scheme is available to:
- individuals over the age of 19
- individuals residing in Essex, Uttlesford, Harlow, Epping Forest and Tendring
- individuals who earn less than £35,000 per year
- individuals with no more than 6 points on their driving licence
- individuals able and willing to commit to complete to the training and examinations
Training courses
Training courses available:
- Class 1 HGV Lorry Licence
- Qualified to drive class C & E vehicles
- Class 2 HGV Lorry License
- Qualified to drive 7.5 and up to 32 tonnes
- HIAB & Forklift
- Truck loader – cranes using hydraulics
- CPC & ADR
- Certificate of professional competence. Qualified to drive dangerous goods such as flammable liquids or explosives
How to apply
To apply contact send an email to:
- Email midessex.eateam@dwp.gov.uk and put “Enquiry: HGV Driving Licence – Essex Funded” in the subject line.
Make sure to include your name, a contact email address, and a telephone number. You will be contact directly to start your application process.
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