Are you looking to improve your logistics skills? Would new logistics skills help you to gain a new role within the organisation you currently work for, or begin a new career? Get started with one of these Skills Bootcamps.
This bootcamp is funded by the Mayoral Priority Skills Fund.
Delivered by Weston College, this course is suitable for people who are wanting to find employment or those who want a new and exciting career change as a Bus/Coach driver.
The aim of this course is to help learners gain their PCV Cat D Licence which will allow them to drive a Bus or Coach with more than 16 passengers and with trailers up to 750kg.
Learners don’t need any previous experience, or qualifications, but to be eligible they must be unemployed and have a current driving licence.
During the course learners will complete a bespoke range of industry specific employability skills, as well as gaining customer service skills and driver training.
Learners will have an opportunity to pass their drivers medical, apply for their provisional licence, and then learn the Online Drivers Theory information before taking the relevant exams.
Once all elements are passed, learners will complete their Practical Driver Training at our Weston College’s Construction Training Centre in Weston-Super-Mare, where they will complete 20 hours driving, 4 hours reversing and 4 hours Drivers CPC Module 4 training before taking the exam.
On successful completion of the course, we will offer a guaranteed interview with one of our employer partners.
Learners will also benefit from the support of a dedicated member of staff at the beginning of their Bootcamp who will be Solely responsible to help support them every step of way. They will keep learners informed of the latest jobs in the Bus/Coach sector, support them with applying for jobs that they are interested in, supporting the updating of their CV, so it's always up to date, and help with preparing for an interview.
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Medical & Drug and Alcohol screening ·PTS AC ·DCCR(3rd Rail) ·Track Induction ·Manual Handling ·Powered Plant and Small tools ·First Aid ·Environmental Awareness
Face to face in classroom learning and duty led eLearning.
IDs / PPE (to be provided as part of the course)
Combination of written exams, practical assessments and eLearning.
City of Bristol College - Partners in Bristol
Our program is designed for individuals aspiring to achieve a Class 1 or Class 2 driving license to secure employment in the logistics sector. We offer comprehensive training and support to help you meet the necessary requirements and excel in your driving tests. Our collaboration with industry partners ensures that our curriculum is aligned with current industry standards and demands.
Participants will receive practical training with qualified instructors, access to well-maintained vehicles, and guidance on the theoretical aspects of driving. Our aim is to equip you with the skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the logistics sector.
Minimum of a car driving license, aged 19+ , have the right to work in the UK and Live in the Bristol area.
You will learn how to safely drive an HGV on the road to the DVSA standard, gain CPC certification, and acquire skills to assist you in gaining employment.
The course will include online modules, classroom sessions, and practical training in the HGV.
If you are having issues contacting providers or would like to submit a question or query, contact us at skills@westofengland-ca.gov.uk below with ‘Skills Bootcamps’ in the subject line.
Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer.