With Class 3 Licence, You Can Drive:
Any motor vehicle that the holder of a Class 5 licence may drive
A single motor vehicle with 3 or more axles
A motor vehicle with 3 or more axles that is towing a trailer with one or more axles (if the trailer is not equipped with Air Brakes)
A Class 1, 2, 4, or 6 vehicle, as a learner only
However, You Cannot Drive a Vehicle That:
Can seat more than 15 people, including the driver
Transports passengers for hire
What Do You Need to Start Your Training?
Be at least 18 years old
Have a non-probationary (non - GDL) Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence minimum
How Much Training Do You Need?
Every student is different and comes in with different experience (or no experience at all!). We offer hourly training as well as the following courses:
Introductory Course
(1 - 2 weeks/18.5 hours) - $1,250.00
10 hours – in-truck basic training
Includes Air Brake course (one full day)
Extended Course
(2 weeks/24.5 hours) - $2,500.00
18 hours – in-truck basic training
Includes Air Brake course (one full day)
Hourly Instruction - $120/hr.
Class 3 road test permit fee - $160
Before You Are Eligible to Book a Class 3 Road Test, You Will Also Need to Ensure You Have Completed:
Air Brakes - must have either a "Q" on their licence or their original Air Brake endorsement
Completed Class 3 written test – study both basic as well as commercial driver guides (all chapters except chapters for Class 1 and 2)