CILT UK Level 3 Certificate of Professional Competence for Transport Manager (Road Haulage)
Aims & Objectives
The Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) for Transport Managers in Road Haulage is offered by CILT (UK) (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport), on behalf of the Department for Transport and includes a range of subjects related to the business of road transport.
The objective of the qualification is for individuals to obtain the competency requirements for a Transport Manager as laid out in Regulation (EC) No. 1071/2009 and is suitable for individuals who want to either enter the profession of a Transport Manager or demonstrate their professional competence to meet Operator Licensing requirements. The qualification is open access and no prior knowledge, skills, understanding or qualifications are required.
Content and Course Design
Week One
Monday – Introduction to the Course, Business and Company Law, Commercial Conduct of the Business, Business Taxation.
Tuesday – Financial Management Techniques, Marketing, Industrial Relations, Organisation Charts, KPI’s, Work Plans, Health & Safety and Wellbeing.
Wednesday – Driver Licensing, Drivers’ Hours and Records (Basic Requirements), Drivers’ Records.
Thursday – Operator Licensing, Traffic Accident Procedure, Insurance.
Week Two
Monday – Planned Preventative Maintenance, Mechanical Conditions (Fleet Inspections and Enforcement), Mechanical Conditions (Plating and Testing), Weights and Dimensions of Vehicles and Loads.
Tuesday – Safe Loading of Vehicles and Transit of Goods, Traffic Regulations and Speed Limits, Transport Ancillaries and Contracts of Carriage, Electronic Data.
Wednesday – Vehicle Selection, Vehicle Costing, Vehicle Taxation.
Thursday – Permits and Methods of Operating, Incoterms and Frontier Crossings, Customs Transit Systems, International Transport Documentation.
Revision Day – following Monday – Classroom or via Zoom
Examination Day – Tuesday – undertaken via proctoring i.e. on-line examination
Overview of requirements for remote delivery via Zoom:
You will need to have access to a good stable internet connection, a computer and laptop and a quiet place for the duration of the learning. Your device will need a forward facing camera.
Course Date
Courses are scheduled throughout the year
Please contact our Course Information and Booking Team at your preferred location or email info@ttacademy.com for further details..
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the responsibilities of a Transport Manager?
What are the responsibilities of a Transport Manager?
A Transport Manager’s role is to oversee and coordinate all aspects of a company’s transportation operations, ensuring efficient and safe delivery of goods or passengers. This includes planning routes, managing drivers and vehicles, maintaining compliance with regulations, and optimizing costs. They also play a crucial role in managing the company’s fleet, including maintenance, repairs, and vehicle procurement.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities:
1. Planning and Scheduling:
- Route Optimization – Developing and implementing efficient routes for deliveries, considering factors like traffic, road closures, and delivery deadlines.
- Scheduling – Planning and scheduling deliveries, ensuring timely and efficient movement of goods or passengers.
- Load Planning – Determining the optimal way to load and secure goods in vehicles to ensure safety and efficiency.
2. Driver and Team Management:
- Recruitment and Training – Hiring, training, and managing a team of drivers and other transport staff.
- Monitoring and Evaluation – Supervising drivers’ performance, addressing any issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Team Leadership – Motivating and fostering a positive work environment for the transport team.
3. Vehicle Management:
- Maintenance and Repair – Ensuring vehicles are properly maintained and repaired to ensure safety and reliability.
- Compliance – Ensuring all vehicles meet safety and legal requirements, including inspections and licensing.
- Fleet Management – Managing the company’s fleet of vehicles, including procurement, maintenance, and disposal.
4. Regulatory Compliance:
- Legal Requirements – Ensuring all transport operations comply with relevant laws and regulations.
- Driver’s Hours Regulations – Ensuring drivers comply with driving hours regulations and working time rules.
- Operator License – Managing the company’s operator license and ensuring compliance with its conditions.
5. Cost Management:
- Budgeting – Planning and managing the transport budget, including fuel, maintenance, and labour costs.
- Cost Optimization – Finding ways to reduce transport costs while maintaining efficiency and safety.
- Negotiation – Negotiating contracts with suppliers and carriers to obtain favourable prices.
6. Communication and Reporting:
- Stakeholder Communication – Communicating effectively with drivers, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Reporting – Preparing performance reports and providing data to support decision-making.
- Problem Solving – Identifying and addressing any issues that may arise in the transport operation.
7. Other Responsibilities:
- Risk Management – Identifying and managing potential risks associated with transport operations.
- Customer Service – Ensuring a positive experience for customers who rely on the transport service.
- Continuous Improvement – Seeking ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the transport operation.
Being a road transport manager: your responsibilities – GOV.UK
Where do I complete my course?
You can attend directly in a classroom at our Head Office, or you can attend remotely via Zoom (Must have a strong internet connection). The advantage of attending in person, means that you can get the 1-1 with a Fully Qualified Instructor with 6yrs Experience as a Senior Transport Manager, and 7yrs teaching the Transport Manager course. However, both of the exams are conducted remotely on-line, using a ‘Remote Proctoring’ service that monitors the on-line exams.
How do I get qualified as a Transport Manager?
To become a transport manager in the UK, you need to obtain the Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). This qualification is mandatory for anyone managing a transport business or being named as a transport manager on an operator’s licence. You’ll need to study and pass exams for either road haulage or road passenger transport, depending on the type of business.
Do I need any prerequisite for the course?
No, there are no formal prerequisites for taking the Transport Manager CPC course in terms of prior experience or qualifications. However, a good understanding of numeracy and literacy skills is recommended for successful completion. The course will prepare you for the Transport Manager role, even if you don’t have experience in the transport and logistics industries.
Is it hard to pass the course?
This is the most frequently asked question by prospective Transport Manager CPC students. The simple answer is, it’s tough! The qualification is A level standard and is taught in as little as 10 days. In addition, some potential students have also not studied towards an exam for many years.
What is the Pass Rate for the course?
The national average pass rate for the Transport Manager CPC exam is around 45-50%. However, some training providers report significantly higher pass rates, often in the range of 75-80% or even 90%. Thorough preparation and understanding of the syllabus are crucial for success. This includes engaging in approved training courses, utilising past papers, and staying updated on industry changes.
How many vehicles can I manage as a Transport Manager?
In the UK, an external transport manager, including those with a mix of internal and external appointments, can manage a maximum of 50 vehicles for up to 4 different operators. This limit applies to the combined fleet of vehicles across all the operators they manage.
How to pass the CPC exams
There are two CPC exams students must pass to gain the Transport Manager CPC qualification. A multiple-choice paper and a case study exercise. The national average CPC pass rate is around 45 – 50%. This is the average of all CPC students who sat the course in that exam period. This will be from those who sat a classroom or online CPC course. The training providers instructors directly impact the CPC pass rate. Our instructor will not only teach you the syllabus, but also how to put that knowledge into practice in the final exams.
Multiple choice paper (Paper 1) – You will be sitting the exam with CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) awarding body. No learning material is used during the exam, this is all from memory recall of knowledge. You must get 28 out of 40 questions correct to pass Paper 1.
Case study paper (Paper 2) – The case study is open book, which means you can only take your study material and no handwritten notes into the exam with you. The scenario is based on a “real world” example, and you will be expected to answer questions based on the scenario. There are 60 marks available for the CILT case study exam. The nominal pass mark is 30 (50%). Candidate sitting the CPC case study exam must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, and apply that to answer the case study questions.
Having access to your course material is a great resource. Couple that with the guidance of an experienced tutor, and you are well prepared to pass the CPC exams. Whether you are studying the Transport Manager CPC online, in an intensive classroom environment with TTA you can get access to a EOS learner portal.