Class 1 MELT

Become a Class 1 license holder truck chauffeur with True North Truck Training

Overview

Truenorthtruck Training is leading the way in Class 1 driver training and licensing with the new Class 1 Learning Pathway for commercial truck drivers. Effective April 1, 2025, the Class 1 Learning Pathway will replace the Class 1 Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) program. The new pathway offers a flexible, apprentice-style approach to support new drivers in their ongoing career development.

If you already started MELT training at a driving school, you have until October 1, 2025, to complete it. After April 1, 2025 new trainees must enroll in the Class 1 Learning Pathway.

Eligibility

To get a Class 1 driver’s licence in Alberta, you must:

Have a Class 5 driver’s licence

You must have a full Class 5 driver’s licence prior to starting the Class 1 Learning Pathway.

Be at least 18 years old

You need to be at least 18 years old to apply for the Entry Program or the Core Learning Program.

Have medical fitness approval

Commercial drivers require a higher level of fitness and more frequent checks because of increased risk and larger potential consequences of a collision. Determine whether you or someone else is medically fit to drive.

Drive safely, drive confidently: Master Class 1 with True North's MELT course

Setting the gold standard for Class 1 MELT courses in Edmonton, Alberta, True North Truck Training has designed this program to impart quality truck driving training. Employing only the industry’s most qualified instructors, it goes beyond basic driver training to cater techniques and skills exclusive to develop seasoned professionals. Recognized as Alberta’s premier institute, the credibility achieved is unparalleled. The mandatory 113-hour training, covering classroom, in-yard, and in-cab sessions, ensures a comprehensive skill set for aspiring Class 1 drivers.

The entire course provides holistic Class 1 truck driver training, enabling graduates to handle trucks, trailers, and air brake-equipped vehicles. Renowned for its inclusivity, the program offers flexibility in enrollment, with customized and industry-relevant courses. Candidates benefit from the convenience of online training, reflecting the commitment to accessibility and adaptability in preparing competent Class 1 drivers for the evolving demands of the transportation industry.

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