Get Back in the Driver's Seat
Our refresher training is designed for qualified drivers returning after a break or looking to update their skills on newer and larger vehicles.
Is It Time to Get Back Behind the Wheel?
Whether you’ve taken a career break, switched industries, or simply haven’t driven a larger vehicle in a while, our refresher and return to driving courses are here to get you back on the road with skill and confidence. In just 4 hours, we’ll help you brush up on the essentials so you feel prepared and ready to meet any personal or work related driving needs.
Returning Drivers
For those coming back after a career break, illness, or time away from the wheel, helping rebuild confidence and skills quickly.
Career Change
Drivers moving into specialist vehicle roles who need targeted, role specific training to get up to speed.
Private Drivers
Motorhome or horsebox owners who want to feel more confident and capable handling bigger vehicles again.
Employers Upskilling Staff
Businesses looking to get employees back on the road safely and in compliance with current regulations.
What’s Covered in Your 4 Hour Refresher Course
Our refresher sessions are designed to fit into half a day, usually in your own vehicle and area, giving you familiar, practical training without the need to commit to a full course. Areas we can cover:
Vehicle Familiarisation - Controls, dimensions, blind spots and load handling.
Manoeuvring & Reversing - Safe, precise reversing techniques in real world scenarios.
Regulations Refresher - Key rules, driver hours and compliance updates.
On Road Driving Assessment - Professional feedback to boost skills and confidence.
At the end of your refresher session, you’ll receive a certificate confirming your successful completion. This can be useful for employers and insurance purposes.
"The HGV course at Sussex Driver Training was exceptional. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, making the learning experience enjoyable and effective."
Refresher Driver FAQs
Here’s everything you need to know before booking, from training times to what’s included on the day.
Most of our refresher/return to driving courses are designed to be completed in around 4 hours, though this can vary depending on your goals and current confidence level. The aim is to give you targeted, personalised training so you leave feeling prepared and capable.
If your licence is still valid and you’re simply brushing up your skills, you won’t need to re-sit your theory and shouldn't need to pass another medical (Every 5 years for ages 45-65. Annually for 65+ professional drivers). However, if your licence has lapsed or upgrading to a higher vehicle category, different rules apply - we can check this for you before you start.
Yes we recommend using your vehicle, as long as it's road legal, insured and meets safety requirements. Using your own vehicle can make the transition back to driving even smoother, since you’re already familiar with its controls.
We focus on the areas most relevant to you - this might include low speed manoeuvres for work, reversing into loading bays, motorway driving, safe loading, use of mirrors, or driving in busy urban areas. We can also cover any recent changes to UK road laws.
Yes. We’ll issue you with a certificate at the end of your refresher session, which confirms the date, type of training and vehicle category covered. Many drivers use this as evidence for employers, insurance, or industry compliance.
Yes - if you’re planning to drive in Europe or further afield, we can include a session on relevant road rules, signage differences and preparation tips to make your trip safer and stress free.
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