Type: Heavy Goods Vehicles (over 3.5 tonnes)
Vehicles Covered: Lorries, articulated trucks, and other large goods vehicles
Typical Candidates: Haulage operators
Type: Passenger Service Vehicles (over 9 seats)
Vehicles Covered: Buses, minibuses, and coaches
Typical Candidates: Bus and coach operators, depot managers, compliance officers
You need the CPC if you are a nominated Transport Manager on a Standard Operator Licence, a company director or owner responsible for transport operations, or a compliance or fleet management professional moving into a management role. It is a legal requirement under retained Regulation (EC) 1071/2009, and the Traffic Commissioners will not grant or retain a Standard Operator Licence without a qualified Transport Manager named on it.
The HGV (Road Haulage) CPC applies to operators of heavy goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes, such as lorries and articulated trucks. The PSV (Passenger Transport) CPC applies to operators of passenger service vehicles adapted to carry 9 or more passengers, such as buses and coaches. Both qualifications cover the same core syllabus but apply the subject matter to their respective sectors. You should choose based on the type of vehicles your operation runs.
The course covers: operator licensing requirements; vehicle maintenance and roadworthiness; driver hours and tachograph regulations; health and safety responsibilities; road transport law and documentation; and financial management and business operations.
es. The qualification is assessed by two CILT-set examinations: a multi-format paper (which includes multiple choice, inputting missing information, and where relevant, indicating answers on a diagram) and a written case study paper. Both must be passed to achieve the CPC. The pass mark is 70% for Paper 1 and 50% for Paper 2. Exams are conducted online under remote invigilation.
On successful completion of both exam papers you will receive the Level 3 Certificate of Professional Competence in Road Haulage or Passenger Transport, issued by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). This is the qualification recognised by the Traffic Commissioners for Transport Manager nomination purposes on a Standard Operator Licence.
Yes. The Transport Manager CPC is a mandatory requirement for anyone applying to be a nominated Transport Manager on a Standard Operator Licence in the UK. Without it, the Traffic Commissioner will not approve the application. It is also required if you are adding or changing a named Transport Manager on an existing licence.
The CPC is a rigorous qualification, broadly equivalent to A Level standard, and requires genuine commitment to study. With the right support, structured materials, and a clear preparation plan, most candidates are well placed to pass. Lloyd Morgan Group provides trainer-led delivery and ongoing support throughout to maximise your chances of success.
Lloyd Morgan Group offers the Transport Manager CPC in multiple formats to suit different schedules and learning styles: classroom-based training at a centre, online tutor-led sessions, and home study. Both HGV and PSV routes are available. Contact our team to find the right fit for your situation.
Yes. Lloyd Morgan Group holds ISO 9001 certification. The Transport Manager CPC is a CILT-accredited, Ofqual-regulated qualification, and our courses are built around current DVSA and Traffic Commissioner requirements.
Yes. Course content can be contextualised around your specific fleet, compliance history, or operational focus areas, particularly for in-house delivery.
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