C endorsement Course

Course details

Class C (Medium/Heavy Rigid Truck) Endorsement Driving Course is an advanced vocational training program regulated by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). It is designed specifically for experienced commercial drivers upgrading to operate heavy single-unit rigid trucks and commercial lorries with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 7,500 kg

What you get

• Fleet Management & Eco-Driving: Learn how high-level defensive driving techniques directly translate to reduced fuel costs and minimized fleet wear-and-tear for employers.
• Legal Weight & Axle Limits: Thorough breakdown of national weighbridge regulations, NTSA transport laws, and legal cargo distribution guidelines [niteducation.com].
• Emergency Response Protocols: Step-by-step training on how to safely isolate, secure, and manage heavy-vehicle incidents or mechanical failures on major highways.

Training structure

What you will learn

• Multi-Speed Gearbox Synchronization: Master high-capacity commercial transmissions, including the precise use of range-splitter and toggle-shift gear systems.
• Pneumatic Air Brake Operations: Learn to monitor primary and secondary air pressure gauges, test for system leaks, and safely deploy dual air-brake controls under load.
• Chassis & Overhang Navigation: Perfect the art of calculating rear-end swing and front-axle pivot points during sharp city turns and roundabouts.

Before you start

• Minimum Age: You must be at least 24 years old to legally hold a Class C heavy truck endorsement
• Prior License Experience: You must have held a valid Class C1 (Light Commercial Truck) license for at least 2 years

How sessions run

Weekend intensive courses available. Custom scheduling for groups.