Following on from the latest COVID-19 government update, we have, unfortunately, had to suspend training until 2nd December 2020. This is news that we were hoping that we did not have to hear; however, we know that it is necessary for reducing the spread of the virus. Any pupils who were booked in throughout November…
Unfortunately, due to UK laws, you cannot simply start driving a larger vehicle as even with a full UK driving licence, additional training is required. To legally drive a vehicle of 7.5 tonnes, you will need to hold a C1 licence by undertaking a C1 course and passing your exam. An advanced driver training course…
Around 75% of adults in the UK hold a full driving licence, but being full of confusing categories and codes, not everyone knows what their licence really means. With your driving licence explained, you will find out what you are allowed to drive, if you have any driving restrictions and what you would need to…
To become a qualified ambulance driver in the UK, you must first pass the necessary driving tests in order to drive a vehicle that is greater than 3500kg in addition to the academic qualifications that a paramedic requires. To take your first steps in becoming a qualified paramedic you must first register with the HCPC…
Having a role in driver training means that I always feel defensive when I hear or read stories like this, “Ambulance staff given driving refreshers as crashes cost NHS £40k a year“. I have worked with many student and fully trained paramedics over the years and can say without question that the level of driver…
