COURSES

Entry-Level Professional Truck Driver Training

Course Description

  • 244 Hours
  • Recognized by MPI as a MELT Equivalent Training Program
  • Aligned with multiple jurisdictions working towards a National Standard
  • Based on Trucking HR Canada’s National Occupation Standard
  • 3 Environments of training
    • In Class
    • In Yard/In Lab
    • In Cab (behind the wheel on a roadway)
  • Includes 2 road tests (4 hours) with a school tractor/trailer combination that meets MPI requirements.

Entrance Requirements

  • must hold a minimum Class 5 F driver’s licence
  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have a Class 1A Learner’s permit
  • have a Air Brake Learner’s endorsement/permit
  • for funded/sponsored students, additional requirements may apply.

Fee Detail

  • Registration Fee: $143.55
  • Tuition Fee: $8,711.89
  • Books and Supplies: $0.00
  • Training Completion Fund: $43.56
  • Other Admin Fee: $0.00
  • International Student Admin Fee (if applicable): $0.00
  • Total Cost: $8,899.00

Mandatory Entry-Level Training

Course Description

  • The MELT course consists of 121.5 hours of standardized training that covers the essential knowledge and skills to safely operate a semi-trailer truck. This mandatory training will help ensure the safety of all road users.
  • As of September 1, 2019, you must complete an approved Class 1 Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) course before you can book your road test to obtain a Class 1 licence to drive a semi-trailer truck (other existing requirements also apply).
  • The Province of Manitoba has introduced this mandatory minimum training requirement, which aligns with other Canadian jurisdictions that are in the process of implementing mandatory training programs. Previously, training was recommended but not required prior to obtaining a Class 1 licence.
  • Based on Trucking HR Canada’s National Occupation Standard
  • 3 Environments of training
    • In Class
    • In Yard/In Lab
    • In Cab (behind the wheel on a roadway)
  • Includes 2 road tests (4 hours) with a school tractor/trailer combination that meets MPI requirements.

Entrance Requirements

  • must hold a minimum Class 5 F driver’s licence
  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have a Class 1A Learner’s permit
  • have an Air Brake Learner’s endorsement/permit
  • for funded/sponsored students, additional requirements may apply.

Fee Detail

  • Registration Fee: $100
  • Tuition Fee: $5400
  • Books and Supplies: $0.00
  • Training Completion Fund: $0.00
  • Other Admin Fee: $0.00
  • International Student Admin Fee (if applicable): $0.00
  • Total Cost: $5500.00

Class-3 Truck Driver Training

Course Description

  • 25 Hours
  • to those individuals who are seeking Class 3 A/S License Certification and require basic practical skills training to allow participants to either upgrade their driving skills or to reinforce and update past driving experience.
  • 3 Environments of training
    • In Class
    • In Yard/In Lab
    • In Cab (behind the wheel on a roadway)
  • Includes 2 road tests (4 hours) with a school tractor that meets MPI requirements.

Entrance Requirements

  • must hold a minimum Class 5 F driver’s licence
  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have a Class 1A Learner’s permit
  • have an Air Brake Learner’s endorsement/permit
  • for funded/sponsored students, additional requirements may apply.

Fee Detail

  • Registration Fee: $100.00
  • Tuition Fee: $2,600.00
  • Books and Supplies: $0.00
  • Training Completion Fund: $0.00
  • Other Admin Fee: $0.00
  • International Student Admin Fee (if applicable): $0.00
  • Total Cost: $2700.00

Air Brake Endorsement

Course Description

  • 7 Hours
  • You must have an air brake endorsement on your driver’s licence to drive a vehicle with air-over-hydraulic brakes
  • 3 Environments of training
    • In Class
    • In Yard/In Lab
    • In Cab (behind the wheel)
  • Includes 2 road tests (4 hours) with a school tractor/trailer combination that meets MPI requirements.

Entrance Requirements

  • must hold a minimum Class 5 F driver’s licence
  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have an Air Brake Learner’s endorsement/permit
  • for funded/sponsored students, additional requirements may apply.

Fee Detail

  • Registration Fee: $100.00
  • Tuition Fee: $800.00
  • Books and Supplies: $0.00
  • Training Completion Fund: $0.00
  • Other Admin Fee: $0.00
  • International Student Admin Fee (if applicable): $0.00
  • Total Cost: $900.00