Association of Fleet Professionals 2026 courses announced
The Association of Fleet Professionals has announced its training schedule for 2026, with courses designed for both industry newcomer and leaders.
Its introductory Fleet Vehicle Management pathway has been developed for those new to the sector.
Fleet Vehicle Management is a self-paced online option for newcomers to the industry that can be started anytime, while the two-day, face-to-face Foundation course is designed for those in fleet administration and customer service roles.
Strategic level is aimed at those involved in the coordination and management of fleets, and consists of three separate two-day face-to-face or online sessions, while the Advanced Fleet Vehicle Management course is for experienced fleet leaders and held on demand.
AFP Accelerate
Meanwhile, the AFP Accelerate courses are tailored to more experienced fleet professionals and include Your Voice in Fleet, Women’s Voices in Fleet, Making the Switch to Electric Vehicles, and Operational eLCV Fleet Strategy.
The courses come amidst rising need for training in the sector, with demand for training rising from 520 days in 2024 to 590 days last year.
New skills
Ronnie Gillman, AFP training manager, said: “As the role of fleet manager continues to advance, there is a growing need for a wider range of high-quality courses to equip those working in fleet with the necessary abilities and we have worked to meet that demand in our 2026 programme.
“It’s not just about more training but more options. For example, an exciting innovation for next year will be the introduction of a range of ‘bite sized’ courses designed to deliver maximum impact in minimum time. We’ll be releasing more details about these soon.”
Paul Hollick, Association of Fleet Professionals chair, added: “As we launch our new training programme, it’s a good moment to remind industry professionals that a structured approach to securing budget may be necessary. We suggest members plan their training requirements now and take steps to ensure the development they need is fully funded.”
