Cat D1 minibus training enables you to drive vehicles with up to 16 passenger seats. This licence is ideal for those working in schools, community transport, care organisations, private hire, and small-group travel. Training focuses on passenger safety, vehicle control, legal responsibilities, and real-world driving situations, ensuring you’re confident and fully prepared to operate a minibus professionally.
Cat D1 minibus training enables you to drive vehicles with up to 16 passenger seats. This licence is ideal for those working in schools, community transport, care organisations, private hire, and small-group travel. Training focuses on passenger safety, vehicle control, legal responsibilities, and real-world driving situations, ensuring you’re confident and fully prepared to operate a minibus professionally. We can help you achieve this licence!
Full Category B (car) licence to begin training
Minimum age of 18 or 21 depending on CPC and operator requirements
Medical examination to confirm you are fit to drive passenger vehicles
Provisional D1 entitlement added to your licence
PCV theory tests, including multiple-choice and hazard perception
Driver CPC qualification if you plan to drive professionally for hire or reward
Practical D1 training and test in a minibus
