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HGV training centres in the North East

4 HGV training centresDVSA list of 27 March 2026Updated September 2026

4 centres in the North East are approved by DVSA to run the Driver CPC part 3a off-road test, according to the list behind the gov.uk "find a part 3a test provider" service. Part 3a is taken after the theory test and before the on-road test. An approved provider can charge up to £40 for the test, not counting training or vehicle hire. If the organisation that trains you is also your test provider, your assessor must not have been involved in your training.

4 HGV training centres

Most listed: Darlington (1), Gateshead (1), Northumberland (1), Redcar and Cleveland (1).

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Questions

How many HGV training centres are there in the North East?
4 are on the list used here, most of them in Darlington (1).
Is a part 3a test provider the same as an HGV training school?
Not necessarily. The list records approval to run the off-road test; many providers also train, so ask each centre about courses and prices.
How much does the part 3a test cost?
Up to £40 with an approved test provider, the same as DVSA’s fee. Training and vehicle hire are extra.

How to get an HGV licence: the rules and steps behind this list.