What is ELCAS?

ELCAS (Enhanced Learning Credits Accreditation Scheme) is the administration service used by the Ministry of Defence to help fund service leavers’ training to kickstart their new career. If you have a full entitlement, the MOD will fund 80% of your new qualification – only 20% to be paid for by you!

How do I apply?

You can apply for the above through 4 simple steps:

• Make contact with SP Training expressing your interest, we will supply dates for your chosen course which you will need for your application.
• Approach your MOD representative with your dates and relevant paperwork – they will assist you in submitting your ELCAS application. Our courses are registered under System People Ltd (Provider ID 11328).
• Once you have received your Claim Authorisation Note (CAN) send this to your contact at SP Training. We will take payment of your contribution and confirm your place on the course. You will receive a booking confirmation and joining instructions.
• Turn up to your course, enjoy it and pass all required tests! You will walk away with your qualification and start your new journey in the Haulage & Logistics industry.

What does SP Training offer?

As an approved ELCAS Learning Provider we offer a range of haulage & logistics based training courses. Upon completion you will have a qualification that highly desired with the current national driver shortage. Please see our range of current approved courses below:

CAT C&E

This is 10 x 1/2 day practical training slots in an Articulated Lorry including your 3a & 3b tests. You will gain a full Class 1 licence. Don’t forget you need your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) to drive for hire or reward.

CAT C

This is 5 x 1/2 day practical training slots in an Rigid Lorry including your 3a & 3b tests. Upon completion you will have a full Class 1 licence. Don’t forget you need your Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC) to drive for hire or reward.

LGV Rigid – Artic (C – C+E) Licence Training & Test

This pathway is ideal if you already have a Class 2 licence, upskilling you to your Class 1.

ADR Vocational Training Certificate

Our popular ADR Dangerous Course includes Core, Packs, Tanks & 7 Classes. Successful learners will be able to carry a range of hazardous products. It is the perfect top up to your LGV Licence!

Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC)

Many service personnel gain their licence whilst serving where there is no requirement for Driver CPC. Our course includes Module 2 Case Study & Module 4 ‘Show me Tell me’ elements of  the DCPC. Upon completion you will receive your drivers’ card and 5 years DCPC.

Certificate of Professional Competence for Transport Managers (Road Haulage)

Applicants for a Standard National or International O-licence are legally required to hold a certificate of professional competence or employ a transport manager who meets the requirements. Our 10 day course (run quarterly) offers classroom learning with our quality instructors.

Skills for Logistics Register of LGV Instructors

This modular course focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of qualifying for the Skills for Logistics Register of LGV Instructors. The course covers the skills and knowledge required to train new drivers. Carry out assessments, train newly qualified and experienced drivers to help them develop their careers. Delegates who successfully complete the course and pass all three examinations will be able to apply to Skills For Logistics for membership.

RTITB Lift Truck Instructor

The SP Training RTITB Lift Truck Instructor course will provide candidates with the skills required to prepare and examine operators for the working environment of lift trucks. Applicants must have a current RTITB Operators Licence.

Don’t just take our word for it!

“I will soon be leaving the 3rd Regiment RHA (Royal Horse Artillery) in the North East & I want to upgrade my class 2 licence to a class 1 and add Driver CPC –

 using my ELCAS credits SP training had the right courses to allow me to do so. My family have a history in the transport industry, several members were drivers themselves and I’d like to follow the same path. I hope to further use my credits to add ADR Dangerous Goods to broaden my career opportunities once I leave the Army.”

Stephen Jenkins

“I left the Army in 2015 after serving for 11 years in the 17 Port & Maritime Regiment in Marchwood, near Southampton. I have been a LGV Driver since but I found that SP Training recently added an ADR Dangerous Goods Course that I could put my ELCAS credits towards, the only options nationally were Portsmouth and Carlisle, living in Bradford meant SP Training were the obvious choice. The ADR qualification will create a career opportunity for me, If I’m successful next week I start my training with DHL to fulfil an international contract with Formula One, transporting equipment worldwide and setting up for Grand Prix events.”

Efalame Tuitakau