Category D PCV Bus & Coach Driver Training
Category D PCV Bus & Coach Driver Training
The PCV Category D licence allows you to drive larger buses or coaches with more than eight passenger seats for hire or reward, as well as a trailer of up to 750kg. Once you pass your Category D driving tests, you can operate any size PCV vehicle — including single and double decker buses — professionally.
RSM is proud to be the preferred driver training provider for one of the UK’s largest coach and bus operators. We offer intensive, one-to-one Category D training with shared training options available on request.
Our experienced PCV driver training instructors will teach you to drive with confidence, safety, and professionalism, preparing you to exceed the standards of the PCV driving test. With modern vehicles and a supportive learning environment, we ensure you are fully equipped to begin your career as a qualified bus or coach driver.
- DVSA Registered Instructors
- DVSA Module 3a Accredited
- Proven High Pass Rates
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Why Choose RSM Commercial Driver Training
- Well Established & Experienced
- Fast & Reliable Customer Service
- One-To-One Training
- Assessments Offered
- Courses Provided Nationwide
Category D Bus & Coach Driver Training – Ideal for Commercial & Public Transport Careers
RSM Driver Training is the South East’s largest fully accredited commercial driver training school, specialising in Category D PCV bus and coach licence training. With training centres in Essex and Suffolk, we deliver intensive, one-to-one PCV and HGV courses for individuals, businesses, and large organisations nationwide.
From booking your medical and theory tests to providing revision materials, our team manages every stage of the process, making it straightforward and stress-free. Our expert instructors focus on safety, awareness, and confidence — giving you the best chance of passing your Category D test first time and becoming a skilled professional driver.
Our pass rates consistently exceed the national average, supported by our modern, well-maintained training vehicles, comfortable classrooms, and dedicated on-site Module 3a practice areas — ensuring you receive the highest standard of preparation for your PCV bus or coach licence.
Our Recently Passed Driving Students
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Your Journey to Becoming a Skilled Driver Starts Here
RSM Commercial Driver Training is committed to delivering industry-leading education that prepares you for a safe and successful driving career. Whether you need a lorry driver course, PCV training, or HGV driver courses, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Obtain Our 'Starter Pack'
RSM Driver Training’s Starter pack includes everything you need to start the process of becoming a HGV/PCV driver including medical appointment, online theory revision program (6 month subscription) and your HGV/PCV Theory Multiple Choice and Hazard Perception tests
Apply For Provisional Entitlement
After you have attended your medical you will need to send the D2 & D4 form, along with your driving licence photocard, to the DVSA in the envelope we provided. It can take up to 3 weeks for the DVSA to return your licence. In the meantime, we recommend that you study for your relevant theory tests.
Pass Your Theory & Hazard Tests
Let us know once your provisional licence has been returned and we will book your Theory Multiple Choice and Hazard Perception tests at a local theory centre to you. You will need to pass both tests to start your driving course with us.
Book Your Driver Training Course
Once you have passed the theories, we will be pleased to confirm a booking for you on your driver training course. After passing your practical tests, before you are able to drive commercially, you will need to complete Drivers CPC training in order to obtain your Drivers’ Qualification card.