LIVED LEARNING
Category: HGV/LGV COURSES

LIVED LEARNING

Lived Learning offers a hands-on pathway into the HGV industry by allowing new drivers to train while gaining real work experience. Starting with only a car licence, trainees are guided through every stage of the process — from medical and theory tests to practical training for Class 1 or Class 2 qualification. Alongside studying for their licence, trainees join experienced drivers on the road, learning the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges and skills involved in professional HGV driving. This approach provides a realistic understanding of the role and ensures drivers are confident, knowledgeable and job-ready from day one.

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Lived Learning offers a hands-on pathway into the HGV industry by allowing new drivers to train while gaining real work experience. Starting with only a car licence, trainees are guided through every stage of the process — from medical and theory tests to practical training for Class 1 or Class 2 qualification. Alongside studying for their licence, trainees join experienced drivers on the road, learning the day-to-day responsibilities, challenges and skills involved in professional HGV driving. This approach provides a realistic understanding of the role and ensures drivers are confident, knowledgeable and job-ready from day one.

Specifications

Lived Learning — Programme Specifications

  • Entry Requirement: Full Category B (car) licence

  • Training Pathways: Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (Category C)

  • Included Support: Medical assessment, provisional application, theory training, hazard perception, and CPC where required

  • On-the-Job Exposure: Accompanied sessions with a qualified, experienced HGV driver

  • Learning Method: Combination of classroom/theory learning, practical driving instruction, and real operational experience

  • Objective: To prepare trainees for the realities of professional HGV driving, including routes, vehicle checks, paperwork, safety protocols, and customer interaction

  • Outcome: Fully licensed, confident, and job-ready HGV driver with practical workplace understanding

  • Suitable For: Individuals new to the industry with no prior HGV experience

Requirements

  • Full Category B (car) licence — no previous HGV experience needed

  • Minimum age of 18 (may vary depending on employer and CPC rules)

  • Medical fitness to drive — confirmed via DVLA-standard HGV medical

  • Eligibility for provisional HGV entitlement (Class 1 or Class 2)

  • Ability to complete theory and hazard perception tests

  • Driver CPC qualification required if driving professionally for hire or reward

  • Willingness to participate in workplace-based training with an experienced driver

  • Commitment to both practical and theory-based learning
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