D1 Training
Drive Minibuses Legally for Work, Schools, or Community Transport
D1 training qualifies you to drive minibuses with 9 to 16 passenger seats. This licence is commonly required for school transport, care homes, community services, and smaller shuttle operations—ensuring you stay compliant and safe on the road.
What is D1 Training?
The Category D1 training course qualifies you to drive minibuses with 9 to 16 passenger seats, making it ideal for roles in school transport, community services, care homes, and private hire. This licence is essential if you plan to drive a minibus for hire or reward. The course blends theory and practical instruction to prepare you for DVSA testing and safe, confident passenger transport.
What's Included?
- Medical and provisional licence application support (D2/D4 forms).
- Theory test preparation, including multiple-choice and hazard perception.
- Driver CPC training (Modules 2 & 4) for professional drivers.
- Practical driver training in D1 vehicles with experienced instructors.
- Manoeuvring, reversing, and road driving practice, including DVSA 3a & 3b test prep.
- Access to modern training vehicles and online learning resources.
Entry Requirements
- Must be 21 years or older (or 18 under certain conditions).
- Hold a full UK Category B (car) licence.
- Pass a driver medical examination.
- Obtain a provisional Category D1 licence.
- Complete theory tests (unless already passed).
- Driver CPC is required for commercial driving roles.
Payment Methods Available
We offer a range of flexible payment options. Once you've selected the right training package and booked your course, we'll send you a confirmation along with a payment method that suits your needs. The available methods for this course are:
The Next Steps...
If you're unsure about the process, feel free to get in touch with us—we're happy to talk it through or arrange a visit to one of our training centres.
Once you're ready to move forward, we'll guide you through the initial steps and help you choose the right course. We’ll then arrange your training and tests, including confirming the duration, location, and dates that suit your schedule.
D1 Minibus Licence Job Opportunities
We offer recruitment services to all learners at TTS, Including our monthly employment
database for both Forklift and LGV drivers.
Private Hire Minibus Driver
D1 Licence
Typical salaries range from £22,000 to £32,000+, depending on experience and employer.
Carries small groups for private bookings, tours, or events, planning routes and delivering a reliable, polite service.
Charity Volunteer
D1 Licence
Typical salaries range from £22,000 to £32,000+, depending on experience and employer.
Drives minibuses for community groups or charities, helping transport people or supplies while offering a friendly service.
School Transport
D1 Licence
Typical salaries range from £22,000 to £32,000+, depending on experience and employer.
Safely drives children to and from school in a minibus, ensuring secure boarding and following all safeguarding procedures.
Care Services Transport
D1 Licence
Typical salaries range from £22,000 to £32,000+, depending on experience and employer.
Supports vulnerable or elderly passengers with safe travel to appointments, day centres, or care facilities as needed.
To discuss our full range of jobs, get in touch with our
recruitment team today on 0191 286 2919
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What Our Learners Say
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I have just done a course with Martin for the warehouse qualification he is been great an straight to the point. And I couldn’t thank Joanne enough for being so accommodating. Thank you again and hopefully I get a job that fits my circumstances.
Working with Joanne from TTS has been an invaluable experience. Her unwavering support throughout our recruitment process has been exceptional. We're truly grateful for her dedication and assistance! Thank you to all of Tyneside Training also! Superb team
Turton's Removals & Storage LTD
I have done both class 2 and class 1 training with TTS and both times my instructor has been outstanding big shout out the Geoff and Martin. The instructors make you feel relaxed and have the ability to chance things round and explain things in a way you will understand and learn from it. Thanks again TTS and would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to upgrade a licence.
Neil Gray
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Darren Miller
Big thanks to H for getting me through my FLT training and passing at ease. Very big Thankyou. Would definitely recommended
Dylan Bolam
I would like to thank Tyneside Training Services for everything they have done, from an enjoyable warehouse course with a great trainer Richie. I would like to personally thank Joanne for the time and effort she has done for me, I believe above and beyond. I'm very grateful and thankful for everything TTS have done for me from meeting nice people, to getting a full-time job, brilliant people, brilliant place thank you.
Gary Patterson