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Northern Lakes College offers Class 1 Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) in Slave Lake. Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors are mandated to ensure the safety of all those who share our province's highways. Effective March, 2019, all new Class 1 driver's are required to take MELT in order to obtain their commercial driver's license. The primary goal of the MELT program is to teach new drivers the critical knowledge and skills that will create a foundation for safe driving as well as foster the development of positive driving attitudes and behaviors in new commercial drivers.
Class 1 MELT course includes 113 hours with theory training (40.5 hrs), in-yard practical teaching (15.5 hrs) and experience behind the wheel (57 hrs). Students advance through a series of practical exercises involving rural and urban traffic circuits under actual driving conditions. In class, students will discuss safety practices, vehicle and load documentation, driving acts, rules and regulations.
**Note** To confirm you are medically eligible to apply for a Class 1 license, it is recommended you complete a medical assessment through a physician before participating in the MELT program. Medical forms are available from an Alberta registry agent or an Alberta physician. Medical forms can only be approved by a registry agent or by Alberta Transportation's Driver Fitness and Monitoring.
**Note** This course does not include the Air Brakes Q Endorsement Certification. Please refer to the "Air Brakes Q Endorsement Certification" If you require this certification. https://www.northernlakescollege.ca/programs-courses/continuing-education/program/driver-training/course/7463
**Note** Important Fee Information:
- Please note that the following items are NOT included in the base fee: Truck usage for road test, road test permit fee (additional fee for Government examiner).
- Additional Services: a fee of $275/two additional instructional driving hours, if required.
For questions or to be added to the waitlist, contact: drivertraining@northernlakescollege.ca
Status
FULL
Location
Slave Lake
Times
(Mar 31, 2025 to May 23, 2025) 8:15 AM-4:30 PM Monday - ONSITE; Tuesday - ONSITE; Wednesday - ONSITE; Thursday - ONSITE; Friday - ONSITE; (Mountain Time Zone)
Campus
Slave Lake Campus 1201 Main Street Southeast Slave Lake AB
Required Prerequisites
DRIVERS - Class 5 Driver's License
AGE18 - 18 years of age at program start
Fees
Tuition (GST exempt): $9,550.00
Total Cost: $9,550.00
Delivery Method
Face to Face
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Private Training - A Continuing Education & Corporate Training Specialty
Training on your terms and your schedule. We can offer any course to your workplace or community. Phone 780.849.8623 and talk with us about your training needs or email: work@northernlakescollege.ca.
Pre-requisites
18 years of age, Current Class 5 driver's license, no GDL restrictions, Physically fit - driver's medical completed by a physician
Withdrawals and Refunds
Tuition will be fully refunded when notice of withdrawal is given 7 days before the course start date. When notification is received less than 7 days before the course start date there is no refund. There are no refunds for materials/shipping.
Cancellation
Fee payment
Fees are due at the time of registration. Northern Lakes College accepts cash, cheque, money order, debit, VISA, MasterCard, American Express. Invoicing to a company requires a Purchase Order (PO).