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Driver CPC part 2 case studies test - Buses and Coaches

This test is made up of 2 case studies . The case studies are short stories based on situations that you’re likely to come across in your working life.

You’ll be asked 5 multiple-choice questions on each case study. Some questions will involve audio and hotspot images.

You need to get 8 correct to pass. You have 20 minutes to do it.

The test can be taken in the 'Test view’ – this is similar to the screens you'll see when you take your real theory test. Use the Options button to select this. Here you can also turn on the voiceover.

The actual test is made up of 7 case studies. You'll asked between 6 and 8 multiple-choice questions on each. You'll need to get 40 out of 50 correct to pass. You’ll have 75 minutes to do it.

Even though you've passed this mock test it's only a small sample of the 40 official case studies with a total of 200 practise questions available to help you pass your real test.

Select the Upgrade button below to buy the 3 course bundle: The Official DVSA Theory Test, Hazard Perception and Driver CPC part 2, for Bus and Coach Drivers , which includes the above case studies, 900+ theory test questions and over 130 interactive hazard perception videos. Use code PT20 at the checkout for 20% off the full price.

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This mock test is only a small sample of the 40 official case studies with a total of 200 practise questions available to help you pass your real test.

CPC Case studies

You need to have taken the Driver CPC theory test before you can sit your case study test.

What do you need to do?

If you want to be Driver CPC qualified for either a truck or bus you will need to have passed a case study test

The case study test describes 3 real life situations a driver might face. There will be 15 questions on each.

To pass you have to score at least 5 out of 15 in each situation and have an overall score of at least 28 out of 45.

Where do you need to go?

You can book your case study test at the  Driver Theory Test Website

Your test result

When you finish your theory test you will be given a score report. This will tell you whether you have passed or failed your test.

This information will be passed on by the Driver Theory Test Service to the RSA CPC Section.

If you have passed, you will be given a Driver CPC Case Study Test Certificate

Your case study test certificate is valid for 2 years from when you passed the test.

If you fail your case study test

You’ll get a score report with feedback telling you why you’ve failed.

You can book another case study test straight away, but you can’t take it for another 3 clear working days.

Please contact us directly for more information on dates and times of case study classes.

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Driver CPC Initial Qualification

All potential professional drivers will need to pass Initial Qualification Tests, which will assess their knowledge and skills in the areas outlined in the Directive.

Driver CPC Theory Test – Step 1;

= Option 1;  applies for either a bus or truck theory test This test consists of 100 multiple choice questions – you must correctly answer at least 74 of them to pass either the bus or the truck exam.

= Option 2;  applies for either a bus and truck theory test This test consists of 140 multiple choice questions if you want to drive buses and trucks, you may opt to take the combined bus and truck exam. You must correctly answer at least 104 to pass this combined bus and truck exam.

Driver CPC Case Study – Step 2;

= 3 case studies are short scenarios that describe various situations a driver might face. There are 15 questions in each case study (45 in total). To pass, you must correctly answer 28 of the 45 questions – a minimum of 5 questions on each case study.

We will prepare these potential professional drivers to assist them in passing all two steps required to attain the Learner permit for C or D License.

After passing your Driver CPC Theory Test Step 1 and Step 2 and holding a driving license B you can apply for your  Learner Permit for license C or D (or both).

You now have two years the time to finish your Driver CPC Test with the flowing steps

Driver CPC Step 3

=  the standard 90-minute driving test

Driver CPC Step 4

=  a 30-minute practical test

Again we will prepare these potential professional drivers to assist them in passing the all last two steps as required to attain the full Driving license for C or D.

After you passed all the 4 Steps above and you want to maintain your Driver CPC you must then do 35 hours of periodic training over the next five years. Training is on a one-day-per-year basis (minimum of 7 hours each day). If you are maintaining both a bus and a truck CPC you must complete 42 hours training over the five year period.

These courses are for all potential professional young drivers “C license 18 Years plus and D license 21 Years plus”, these courses are also for “Back to Work Scheme” and “Career Change”

Contact us for availability  076 6020645 or email [email protected]

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What is driver cpc.

Driver CPC is a Certificate in Professional Competence for professional bus and truck drivers. Its purpose is to set and maintain high standards of safety and driving among drivers of trucks and buses.

Driver CPC was introduced in Ireland on the 10th September 2008 for bus drivers, and the 10th September 2009 for truck drivers. From these dates on, professional drivers need to take part in continuous training. If a driver has a full licence for a truck or bus before Driver CPC came into force on the 10th September 2008 for buses and the 10th September 2009 for trucks, they will automatically have Driver CPC without having to complete more exams. This is called having CPC acquired rights.

The driver’s licence should have the date of issue before the 10th September 2008 (for bus drivers), or 10th September 2009 (for truck drivers), which will be evidence of the Driver CPC acquired rights.

Periodic Training.

To keep the Driver CPC acquired rights, the driver must complete 35 hours of periodic training (seven hours per year) over five consecutive years from 2008 for buses and 2009 for trucks. A driver who has completed all of their periodic training will receive a CPC Driver Qualification card recording their Driver CPC start and expiry date, photograph and signature. If a driver is not up to date with their periodic training they should not work as a professional driver as they and their employer can be subject to a fine. 

Driver CPC Modules

The seven hour per year 1 day attendance only courses are broken up into 6 modules. These modules need and can only be completed once in the 5 year cycle.

• Control of the Vehicle,
• Minimising Risks,
• Health and Safety,
• Role of the professional driver,
• Professional Truck Driver,
• Professional Bus Driver.

Modules 1 to 4 are to be completed by both bus and truck drivers, Module 5 is specific to truck drivers, Module 6 specific to bus drivers. If a driver has a dual licence with both truck and bus they have to complete all 6 modules in a 5 year cycle, (the final year they will need to complete two modules).

Cycle start date

The cycle start date for acquired rights drivers is 9th of September. A module should be completed before this date every year.

From 9th of September 2020 Bus Drivers with acquired rights that have been using their licence professionally should have completed 12 Modules, which are Modules 1, 2, 3, 4 & 6, completed twice and then any two of the 5 completed from their third cycle. Truck drivers should have 11 Modules, which are modules 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, completed twice and then one of the 5 modules from their third cycle.

Modules cannot be completed early, however if a driver for some reason did not complete a module they should have completed, they can sit this module so they are compliant to drive. This late completed module will appear on their portal as completed but not compliant and a reason will have to be submitted to the RSA when renewing their Driver Qualification card.

Acquired rights licence holders returning to work as a professional driver.

If a driver has acquired rights but has not been using their licence to drive professionally or if they have moved to Ireland from another EU state or ‘recognised licence exchange’ country they will need to complete the five modules for their licence (or 6 if they have a dual licence) before starting to drive professionally.

Once completed they will need to sign an affidavit in front of a commissioner of Oaths to say they have not been using the licence professionally. They will then need to continue the one days training per year to keep their cpc qualification valid. This also applies to drivers from another EU state that have received the licence after this date but have completed the CPC exams in their own EU country. Their yearly cycle start date will be shown on their CPC Driver Qualification Card.

How does Driver CPC affect drivers holding full C/D licence C/D’s before 10th Sept?

If you have a full licence for a truck or bus before Driver CPC came into force on the 10th September 2008 for buses and the 10th September 2009 for trucks, you will automatically get your Driver CPC without having to take more tests. This is called having CPC acquired rights

In order to keep your Driver CPC acquired rights, you must do 35 hours of periodic training (seven hours per year) over five consetutive years from 2008 for buses and 2009 for trucks. When you complete all of your periodic training you will get a card recording your Driver CPC, photograph and signature. If you are not up to date with your periodic training you cannot work as a professional driver. Any driver who has acquired rights and has not completed Driver CPC and wishes to start to work as a professional driver will need to complete all of the CPC Modules before starting employment.

Please see our Courses section below to book or call us on 045-879969

How does driver CPC affect new drivers?

If a driver received their full commercial licence (or is in the process of completing their full licence) after CPC came into effect or if they hold a full commercial licence from a non-EU state or non ‘recognised licence exchange’ country and want to become a professional bus driver or a professional truck driver they will have to complete Driver CPC examinations. The examination includes:

• The Driver Theory test which now includes the multiple choice CPC test, (€72 apply on www.theorytest.ie )
• A two hour case study theory test, (€72 apply on www.theorytest.ie )
• A 90 minute driving test, and (€120 apply on www.rsa.ie ) (Learner permit holders only)
• A 30 minute practical test. (€32 apply on www.rsa.ie ) (Covering the candidate’s knowledge of safety, a practical demonstration of the candidate’s knowledge of the vehicle and its components and their knowledge of documentation required to drive professionally.)

The date the driver passes the third practical part of the CPC exam process is the start date of their 5 year cycle which should be printed on their CPC card and is the date that they need to complete one module by each year. The first module being completed before the first year is finished.

When do I NOT need Driver CPC?

If you drive any of the vehicles listed below, you do not need Driver CPC. These are:

• vehicles not allowed go more than 45 kilometres per hour;
• vehicles used or controlled by the Defence Forces, Civil Defence, the Fire Service and forces responsible for maintaining public order;
• vehicles undergoing road tests for technical development, repair or maintenance, or new or rebuilt vehicles which have not been put into service;
• vehicles used in states of emergency or for rescue missions;
• vehicles used for driving lessons for anyone who wants to get a driving licence or a CPC;
• vehicles used for carrying passengers or goods for personal use and not for business;
• vehicles carrying materials or equipment that the driver uses as part of their work, as long as driving the vehicle is not the driver’s main activity.

Test Cost for CPC

Multiple choice questions (MCQ) theory test €72 (official driver theory test book or cd €22)

Case studies theory test €72 (learning to drive a truck by RSA €8.99)

* Information for applying for driver CPC Theory on www.theorytest.ie, Truck Driver CPC Section

Study material also available to purchase, only on www.theorytest.ie, Truck Driver CPC Section   

Driving test €120 (Standard RSA Test) (If you have a full truck licence already this does not need to be done).  Practical CPC test €32.

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Driver CPC Training

Driver CPC is a Certificate in Professional Competence for professional bus and truck drivers. It was established to set and maintain high standards of road safety, health and safety and driving among professional drivers (those who drive for a living) of buses and trucks and to ensure that all professional drivers have good driving and safety standards and that those standards are maintained throughout the professional driver’s career. 

• Duration: 1 DAY (7h) per module
• Price: 65 euro

2023- Price 65 euro per module if prepaid

           75 euro on the day

The Driver CPC Periodic Training refers to the 35 hours of training that professional bus/coach and truck drivers must complete every five years ( seven hours / one day per year ) to keep their Driver CPC valid. There is no ‘pass or fail’ element (e.g., a test) for the drivers.

What is Driver CPC ?

Driver CPC is a Certificate in Professional Competence for professional bus and truck drivers. The Driver CPC was established to set and maintain high standards of road safety, health and safety and driving among professional drivers (those who drive for a living) of buses and trucks and to ensure that all professional drivers have good driving and safety standards and that those standards are maintained throughout the professional driver’s career.

Only Training Centres that have been approved by the RSA will be able to provide the Driver CPC Periodic Training. In addition, only training materials that have been approved by the RSA are to be used by Training Centres. Periodic Training has been organized to provide drivers with a mechanism for keeping up to date with ever changing regulations throughout their career. Please see the syllabus for the module titles.

MODULES - Subjects Covered:

MODULE 1     Control of the vehicle and Eco-driving

MODULE 2     Minimizing risks and managing

MODULE 3     Health and Safety of the professional driver

MODULE 4     Role of the professional driver in transport

MODULE 5     The Professional truck driver

MODULE 6     The Professional bus driver

Requirements:

• Full Bus or Truck Drivers Licence
• Acquired rights

‘Acquired rights’ to Driver CPC

If you got your bus license on or before the 9 September 2008, or your truck license on or before 9 September 2009, you are automatically entitled to Driver CPC. This is called “acquired rights”. To keep your Driver CPC, you must do 35 hours of periodic training over the next five years. Whilst attendance at Periodic Training is compulsory on a one day per year basis, there is no exam or assessment required. As and from the 10th of September 2013 all professional bus drivers must carry a Driver CPC card and from the 10th of September 2014 all professional truck drivers must carry a Driver CPC card .

Please note that from the dates above, it is illegal to drive professionally without a Driver CPC card. There are penalties in place for non-compliance.

Obtaining a Driver CPC card

If you have a Digital Tachograph card you can apply for your Driver CPC qualification card by giving the RSA permission to use the photograph and signature details that you previously submitted. To avail of this option you need to text the following three pieces of information to 51444 (low cost text)

• Driver Number this can be found at item 5 on the paper Driving Licence or item 4d on the new plastic card Driving Licence (space)
• Y which signifies Yes (space)

e.g. 123456789 Y Smith (Please insert a space in between Driver Number Y Surname)

You can also give your permission online by accessing the ‘MY CPC’ portal. You should first confirm that your contact details are correct.

Complete a Driver CPC declaration and forward to the Driver CPC Unit with the following items:

• A recent passport-sized photograph, please sign your name on the back
• For EU Licences not issued in Ireland - A photocopy of your current driving licence, which includes your bus/truck licence category.

2. New (Novice) Truck or Bus  Driver CPC

If you want to become a professional bus driver after the 10th Sept 2008 or a professional truck driver after the 10th Sept 2009 you will have to obtain an Initial Driver CPC examination. The examination includes:

• The new truck, the new bus or the new Combined Truck and Bus theory test as appropriate.  (This new test permits successful candidates to apply for their learner permit as well as counting as a Pass for CPC Step 1)
• Two-hour case study theory test (Known as CPC Step 2)
• The standard 90-minute driving test (Known as CPC Step 3)
• 30-minute practical test (Known as CPC Step 4)

In addition, you must then maintain your Driver CPC by completing the periodic refresher training of at least 35 hours of training over each five year period.  If you are maintaining both a bus and a truck CPC you must complete 42hours training over each five year period. For more details please contact RSA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the driver CPC course?

The purpose of the CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) driver course is to ensure that professional drivers possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to perform their duties safely and effectively. It aims to enhance road safety, reduce the risk of accidents, and improve the standards of professional driving across various sectors. Through the CPC driver course, drivers gain insights into topics such as road regulations, vehicle maintenance, hazard awareness, and eco-friendly driving practices, equipping them with the competence and confidence to navigate diverse driving situations responsibly.

The CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) driver modules are structured to be completed at a pace of one module per year, allowing drivers to gradually build upon their knowledge and skills over time. This approach ensures that drivers have ample opportunity to absorb and apply the information learned in each module, promoting a thorough understanding of key concepts and enhancing their competency as professional drivers.

However, it's worth noting that drivers are not restricted to completing one module per year. They have the flexibility to complete all required modules within a shorter timeframe if they wish to do so. This means that drivers can choose to undertake multiple modules in a single year if they prefer a more intensive or accelerated learning schedule.

However, it`s worth noting that drivers are not restricted to completing one module per year. They have the flexibility to complete all required modules within a shorter timeframe if they wish to do so. This means that drivers can choose to undertake multiple modules in a single year if they prefer a more intensive or accelerated learning schedule.

How much driver CPC course & how can I pay for it?

If you PrePay your course the price is €65, you can also pay on the day then the price is €75. You can PrePay your course by clicking on one of the links we send you via text along with your CPC course confirmation.

What do I need to bring to my CPC course?

· Valid Driver Qualification Card - In the EU, including Ireland, drivers of goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or passenger-carrying vehicles with more than eight passenger seats must hold a Driver CPC qualification. To attend a Driver CPC course, you must have a valid Driver Qualification Card. · Identification- Bring along a form of identification, such as a driving license or passport, as you may need to verify your identity before the course begins.

How long does the driver CPC course typically last?

The CPC driver course starts at 9 am and finished at 5 pm

Is the driver CPC course available in different languages?

CPC driver course is only available in English language.

Will the driver CPC course include practical driving assessments?

No, driver CPC does not include practical driving assessments.

Is it possible for Ukrainian drivers who are residing in Ireland on a temporary basis to get an Irish CPC card?

Ukrainian drivers who hold a category C or D Ukrainian licence and a Ukrainian CPC card are able to apply for an Irish Driver CPC card by completing ‘CPC additional compulsory training.  

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CPC case studies questions

• 26-05-2011 2:11pm #1 bmurphywx Registered Users Posts: 13 ✭ Join Date: September 2010 Posts: 4 There are 9 case studies on the CPC truck case study exam. I would be most appreciative if someone who has done the exam posted some of the questions and the correct answers of one or more of the case studies. i have been looking in vain for any information.The rsa suggest the "driver CPC bus and Truck theory teas book 2nd Edition as the only refererce i will be doing the exam on the 15th June.I am only interested in the questions related to the truck Many thanks. 2

bmurphywx wrote: » There are 9 case studies on the CPC truck case study exam. I would be most appreciative if someone who has done the exam posted some of the questions and the correct answers of one or more of the case studies. i have been looking in vain for any information.The rsa suggest the "driver CPC bus and Truck theory teas book 2nd Edition as the only refererce i will be doing the exam on the 15th June.I am only interested in the questions related to the truck Many thanks.

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