Class 1 Truck Driver
Training in Alberta
Through a variety of courses, we provide industry-leading training and certifications to ensure our students are job-ready upon graduation. Our instructors have years of industry experience and are passionate about providing quality instruction in the classroom as well as behind the wheel.
Through a variety of courses, we provide industry-leading training and certifications to ensure our students are job-ready upon graduation. Our instructors have years of industry experience and are passionate about providing quality instruction in the classroom as well as behind the wheel.
Learn The Basics From The Experts
CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING IN EDMONTON
Gennaro Transport Instruction in Edmonton provides complete Class 1 truck driver training. If you’re looking for a comprehensive driving school, look no further and send in your application our way. Candidates who complete this program are qualified to drive trucks, trailers, and all other vehicles equipped with air brakes.
Gennaro Transport Training offers a variety of transportation training courses in Edmonton that are customized and updated to meet the requirements of the industry. You may enroll in these courses at your convenience. We also provide a variety of online courses so that you can access training at any time that suits your schedule.
Our Class 1 MELT course takes 121.5 hours to complete and will prepare you to operate any car or combination of vehicles other than a motorbike.
What Can You Drive With A Class 1 License?
- Other than a motorbike, any motor
vehicle or combination of vehicles - Class 6 types vehicles
for training purposes
The Class 1 MELT program
The Class 1 MELT program is designed to give the highest quality training possible, delivered
by the most experienced and competent trainers. In this course you will gain access to:
- Qualified Trainers
- Theoretical Knowledge
- Holistic Knowledge
- Practical Training
General Requirements
To qualify for our Class 1 MELT program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be at Least 18 Years Old
- Have a non-probationary (non-GDL) Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license minimum
- Have A Class 1 Driver’s medical completed by a physician
Timeline & Prices
As of March 1, 2019, Alberta Transportation has instituted the Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) Program for those seeking to get a Class 1 license. The MELT Program is described in full below.
The Class 1 MELT Program consists of three components: classroom instruction, in-yard instruction, and behind-the-wheel instruction. Each module has a specified number of hours that must be completed in order to finish the MELT program successfully in 121.5 hours total, including Air Brakes. It will be 113 hours if you already have the Air Brake endorsement.
This website contains further information on the MELT program and a link to the curriculum.
Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) with Air Brake Program
4 – 6 weeks/121.5 hrs.
$9,600.00
- 57 hours – behind-the-wheel in-truck training
- 17.5 hours – in-yard training
- 47 hours – in-classroom training
If you have previously finished the Air Brakes Course and possess either the “Q” endorsement on your driver’s license or a valid Air Brake endorsement certificate, you may complete the MELT without completing the Air Brakes.
Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) without Air Brake Program
4 – 6 weeks/113 hrs.
$9,400.00
- 57 hours – behind-the-wheel in-truck training
- 15.5 hours – in-yard training
- 40.5 hours – in-classroom training
You should also note that the MELT program fee does NOT include the road test permit fee or truck rental for the road test (2 hours).
Hourly Instruction (Refreshers/Evaluations) – $130/hr.
Requirements Before Booking
A Class 1 Road Test
The following must be completed and presented:
Proof Of Air Brake Endorsement
Proof Of Completed
Class 1 Driver’s Medical
Class 1 Driver’s Medical
Proof Of Completion Of
MELT Program
MELT Program
Proof Of Completion Of The
Class 1 Knowledge Exam
Class 1 Knowledge Exam
Proof Of Completion Of MELT Program
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Gennaro Transport Training will guide you from start
to finish ensuring that you will get the best training and learning experience
Contact Gennaro Transport Training for details about our Class 1 Driver training in Edmonton.
