Driver Training Program

Air Brake Course, including Pre-Trip Inspection

Our Air Brake Course is a 16-hour program that teaches the components and operation of the Air Brake System on Heavy Vehicles. This course includes air brake demonstrations and audio visual aids. Included in this program is a 4-hour practical session in which students are taught the proper procedures for brake adjustments and air brake inspections. Handouts and Air Brake manuals are included with tuition.

Excavator and Truck

Student Aid BC

Air Brake Course . . . $140.00

Air Brake Equipped Vehicle for Pre-Trip Inspection for ICBC test. . $65.00 per. use
(This rate only applies to those who have passed the Cutting Edge Training Air Brake Course and Pre-Trip Inspection with our certified instructors)

Individual Class 1 or Class 3 Driver Training Lessons

Individual lessons are available to those students not taking the full course. Class 1 and 3 vehicles are available for lessons and testing. Rates are based on Driver training within Merritt, BC.

INDIVIDUAL LESSON FEE . . . $115.00/hr
DRIVER EVALUATION FEE . . . $80.00/hr

Class 3 Driver Training

A Class 3 license allows you to operate tandem axle vehicles such as a Gravel Truck, Cement Truck, Disposal Truck, Tow Truck, or Delivery Truck or as a pre-requisite for Fire Services and employment applications. You can choose to complete your class 3 driver training with either a 12 or 16 hour in-seat driver training program.

Class 3 Driver Training (12 hrs) with Air Brake Course . . . $1,590.00
All manuals and handouts
16-hour Air Brake Course
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course
12 hours of on-road training covering the aspects of Class 3 Driving and pre-tripping your vehicle

Class 3 Driver Training (16 hrs) with Air Brake Course . . . $1,950.00
All manuals and handouts
16-hour Air Brake Course
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course
16 hours of on-road training covering the aspects of Class 3 Driving and pre-tripping your vehicle

Class 3 Driver Training (12 hrs) without Air Brake Course . . . $1,450.00
All manuals and handouts
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course
12 hours of on-road training covering the aspects of Class 3 Driving and pre-tripping your vehicle

Class 3 Driver Training (16 hrs) without Air Brake Course . . . $1,850.00
All manuals and handouts
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course
16 hours of on-road training covering the aspects of Class 3 Driving and pre-tripping your vehicle

Road Test Truck Rental Fee for a Class 3 . . . $220.00 per use (within Merritt)

Class 1 Driver Training

This is a comprehensive program designed to provide the new professional with an understanding of the operation of a 63-foot tractor-trailer combination unit. On-road training is complemented with quality classroom instruction to create a well-balanced program. Choose from a basic class 1 driver-training program, which offers 20 hour of in-seat driving time, or something more complex, which would offer you either 40 or 80 hours of in-seat driving time.

Class 1 Driver Training (20 hrs) with Air Brake Course . . . $2,500.00
All manuals and handouts.
16-hour Air Brake Course
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
20 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Class 1 Driver Training (40 hrs) with Air Brake Course . . . $4,400.00
All manuals and handouts.
16-hour Air Brake Course
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
40 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Class 1 Driver Training (80 hrs) with Air Brake Course . . . $8,200.00
All manuals and handouts.
16-hour Air Brake Course
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
80 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Class 1 Driver Training (20 hrs) without Air Brake Course . . . $2,360.00
All manuals and handouts.
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
20 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Class 1 Driver Training (40 hrs) without Air Brake Course . . . $4,260.00
All manuals and handouts.
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
40 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Class 1 Driver Training (80 hrs) without Air Brake Course . . . $8,040.00
All manuals and handouts.
Transport of Dangerous Goods Course.
National Safety Course (Log Books)
Load Security Course
80 hours of on road training covering the aspects of
Class 1 Driving and pre-trip your vehicle

Road Test Truck Rental Fee for a Class 1 . . . $250.00 per use (within Merritt)

Class 7L, 7N & 5 Driver Training

Our practical training is the greatest means to ensure a safe driver. Our qualified instructors offer classroom training with adequate on the road instruction to develop driving skills. This course has been developed to give maximum driver education at an affordable price. The driver-training program is altered to accommodate both new and existing drivers.

Individual Lessons (automatic transmission). . .$75.00/hr
One-on-one lessons in our vehicles are available for students who want to brush up on their driving skills. Our qualified instructors will study your driving habits and give you valuable corrective guidance.

Basic Driver Training Course . . . $420.00
6 hour Defensive Driving Course
Six 1-hour lessons of the highest quality on-road training. Our instructors are licensed by the Insurance Corporation of B.C.

Advanced Driver Training Course . . . $840.00
12 hour Defensive Driving Course
Six 2-hour lessons of the highest quality on-road training. Our instructors are licensed by the Insurance Corporation of B.C.



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