The 10 best HGV training providers in Birmingham

HGV training at Blue Triangle Training Ltd covers Class 1, Class 2 and Category C1 licences, with further options for 7.5-tonne, ambulance and articulated vehicle training. The Birmingham provider also offers Driver CPC modules and can arrange ADR training through its partners.

Courses prepare drivers for the standard required by the DVSA, including practical test modules 3a and 4. The team explains the route to the appropriate licence and can advise on provisional applications. Category C+E training enables drivers to operate rigid HGVs with or without a trailer once the full entitlement has been obtained.

HGV, LGV, ADR and Driver CPC training form the core of CRH Training Ltd’s work in West Bromwich. Courses cover Cat C rigid vehicles, C+E articulated vehicles and dangerous-goods training, serving independent drivers, businesses and logistics employers.

The centre offers classroom-based ADR training with SQA-approved exams, JAUPT-approved LGV and PCV training, and regular Driver CPC delivery. Training can take place at the head office, at customer premises or through bespoke arrangements. Learners can train and test at the same DVSA-approved centre, with modern manual and automatic training vehicles available.

LGV, PCV, Driver CPC and ADR courses help aspiring and working commercial drivers build the knowledge and practical skills needed for professional driving. Action LGV PCV Training covers HGV, lorry and mini-bus training, including Class 2 Category C and D1 routes, as well as initial qualification and periodic Driver CPC training.

Training is delivered by DVSA-approved C+E and D+E instructors, with classroom and practical elements depending on the course. ADR Tanks training is available only to people who already hold an ADR qualification for core and packages. Selected CPC courses start from £28, while some driver-awareness courses start from £20.

Plant operator NVQs, CPCS testing and CITB courses are provided by Advanced Training Testing Ltd for construction and plant workers. The training portfolio also includes construction NVQs, NPORS courses and Health, Safety and Environment testing.

Courses include agricultural tractor, crawler tractor and confined-spaces training, with further options for crushers and abrasive wheels. Training can be delivered online, in-house or on site, with instructors and assessors supporting both learning and testing. The company states that its courses accommodate all levels from beginners to experts and are available seven days a week across the West Midlands.

CITB Health, Safety and Environment test bookings for CSCS cards are arranged through Pearson Professional Centre in Sutton Coldfield. The service supports first-time applicants and renewals, with guidance on choosing the correct exam and card for different construction trades.

Operatives tests cover common construction roles, while specialist tests are available for other responsibilities. Employers can request group bookings, and the booking service checks requested dates against available appointments. Free rescheduling is available subject to terms, with support covering booking management, reminders and test-centre coordination. A test must be passed before applying for a CSCS card.