Accelerated Initial Qualification for Drivers
The programme is intended for drivers who want to obtain the initial qualification for professional road transport of goods or passengers. It comprises 140 hours of classes and 10 hours of individual driving (6 hours in a vehicle and 4 hours on a simulator), followed by a final exam. After passing the exam, a certificate of professional competence is issued, on the basis of which, subject to the statutory conditions, you are entitled to have Code 95 entered in your driving licence.
For new drivers without Code 95
The course is for anyone who wants to work in professional transport but has no previously acquired qualification. Choose the type of transport you want to work in.
Goods transport
For future drivers of lorries and goods vehicles with trailers.
Passenger transport
For future drivers of buses and minibuses.
Already have Code 95? Then you don’t need the initial qualification, but periodic training every 5 years.
Conditions and documents for registration
Registering is simple. Prepare copies and bring the originals on the first day of training.
Copy of both sides
Or passport and residence permit for foreign nationals
The programme is for drivers obtaining the qualification for the first time
Not sure whether you meet the conditions? The minimum age and other conditions depend on the category and type of transport. Check with us
What you learn and how the exam works
The accelerated initial qualification programme for drivers comprises 140 hours of classes and 10 hours of individual driving, of which 6 hours take place in a vehicle and 4 hours on a simulator. After completing the programme, participants take the final exam.
Classes work through real situations from drivers’ everyday work: how to recognise and avoid risk, how to react in emergencies and how to organise working time.
Safe and economical driving
Vehicle technical characteristics, safety systems, fuel saving and correct loading.
Regulations and the tachograph
Traffic regulations, drivers’ working time and rest periods, correct use of the tachograph.
Responsibility in transport
Handling emergencies, driver health and responsible conduct in the transport of goods and passengers.
Exam
The theory exam tests traffic regulations, safety rules, economical driving and responsible vehicle handling. It is taken at the Calla Logistics examination centre.
Apply or ask us
Registering does not commit you to payment. We reply within one working day with the first available date, the price and all the details.
What happens after you apply
We check the conditions and confirm the date.
You send copies of your documents.
You attend the first day of training.
Fields marked with * are required.
Frequently asked questions
Who has to complete this programme?
Anyone who wants to work as a professional driver of goods or passengers and has no previously acquired initial qualification.
Can I work without an initial qualification?
No. Without the initial qualification and Code 95 entered in your licence, you cannot legally carry out professional transport.
How long is the programme?
The programme comprises 140 hours of classes and 10 hours of individual driving, of which 6 hours in a vehicle and 4 hours on a simulator. At the end of the programme you take the final exam.
What is the exam like?
The theory exam covers traffic regulations, safety rules, economical driving and responsible vehicle handling. It is taken at our examination centre.
What is the difference between initial qualification and periodic training?
The initial qualification is obtained once, the first time. Periodic training (Code 95) is completed every 5 years to refresh your knowledge.
I already have a qualification for goods transport and want to drive passengers?
Then you don’t need the full programme. Send us an enquiry and we will suggest the right extension programme.
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