Professional Truck Driver Training in Calgary
Looking to start a rewarding career in the trucking industry? At Trukademy Driving Academy and Training School in Calgary, Alberta, we provide industry-leading truck driver training courses designed to help you succeed.
As one of the most trusted truck driving schools in Calgary, we offer comprehensive courses for Class 1, Class 3 licensing, and Airbrake training. Our experienced instructors focus on safety, professionalism, and hands-on learning so you gain the skills and confidence to handle everything from city deliveries to long-haul trucking across Canada. Our customized training programs ensure you are fully prepared for the road. We combine classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel training to meet Alberta’s licensing standards and the expectations of employers.
Join our professional training school today and take the first step toward a successful trucking career. With modern training vehicles, expert trainers, and flexible scheduling, our truck driving classes make it easier than ever to achieve your goals.
Alberta Learning Pathways - Training Courses & Programs
Class 3 License Driver's Training
The class 3 training is up to 20 hours and includes air brakes. You can do it in a week or stretch it out over months up to 3 months.
With a Class 3 license you will be able to drive a single vehicle with three or more axles, or a vehicle with three or more axles towing a trailer with one or more axles (only if the trailer is not equipped with Air Brakes)
Curriculum includes:
- New: Safety Practices
- Hours of Service - Log Books
- Pre & Post Trip Inspections
- National Safety Code
- Rules and Regulations
- Vehicle and Load Documentation
- Maintenance and Servicing
- Driver Training - Practical Application
- In-Class Instruction 8 hours
- In-Cab Instruction – 12-16 (standard transmission)
- In-Yard Instruction – 2-4.00 hours
Students will incur the following expenses:
Driver’s Abstract and License Class Change, both payable to Registry Office.
Admission Requirement:
- 18 years of age or older
- Current Alberta Class 5 Driver’s license, no GDL restriction
- Current driver’s abstract (within 3 months)
- Physically fit
Class 1 License Driver's Training
1) Online portion of course you pay $250 directly on the Government of Alberta Website and it’s 40 hours then you take a written test at the Alberta Registry Office
Please Create your account using the following link.
Verify your account after creating it using your driving license, once created follow the instructions to enroll in the Course
Enroll in ENTRY LEVEL CLASS 1 ONLINE. Pay your $250 fees for the portal.
Then get started with your online modules. We offer Thursday in classroom help free of charge here in the Red Deer Academy for students needing extra help due to language barriers, technical help or other.
2) Core Learning Program 60 Hours (yard 13, classroom 4, in cab 43, airbrakes 8.5)
We cover Employment in the commercial driving Industry
- Vehicle Components and Inspection
- Rules and Regulations
- Professional Driving Practices
- Cargo Securement and Loss Prevention
- Documents and Paperwork
- Handling Incidents
- Personal Health and Safety
- Air Brake Training
After this you can take your class 1 road test to get a restricted class 1 license allowing you to drive within Alberta only.
3) Competence Building Program
After you complete your Class 1 knowledge and road tests to obtain a restricted class 1 license, you are eligible to enroll in the competence building program.
5 Modules
- Employment in the commercial driving industry
- Vehicle components and inspection
- Cargo securement and loss prevention
- Handling incidents
- Professional driving practices
You don’t take another road test we as a licensed and certified training provider grant you your full north America class 1 after you complete your 17-21 hours with us cultivating deeper driving skills and knowledge.
Experience and Equivalency Program
40 Hours
Accelerated version of the core learning program. Drivers must also complete 8 hours of air brake training is the don’t have their air brake endorsement. To qualify for the EE program, Albertans must submit an application to Transport and Economic Corridors along with supporting documents.
Training Programs Also Available in Red Deer, Alberta
About Our Truck Driving School
Trukademy Class 1 Driving Academy and Training School in Calgary, Alberta serves as the premier transport training and driver education school in (cities). Our Alberta Transportation-certified senior instructors deliver Class 1 and Class 3 Driving instruction that follows the New Alberta Pathways Training Regulations and emphasizes safety compliance.
With locations across Canada, a combined 13 years of Industry Experience, and strong partnerships with Alberta Regulators and Licensing Standards Divisions, you can trust us! Our local roots and family-owned and operated business make embarking on a new and exciting career in a booming industry that contributes billions to the Canadian GDP annually and offers a higher-than-average salary easier than ever.
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Why Choose Our Truck Driving School in Calgary?
At Trukademy truck Driving School in Calgary, becoming a professional truck driver should be more than just passing a test; it is about building confidence, gaining real-world experience, and preparing for a rewarding career. That’s why we’ve designed our truck driver training programs to give you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed on the road and in the industry.
Why choose Trukademy as your first step toward a commercial trucking career:
- Flexible class scheduling
- Evening and Weekend Courses
- Training offered 7 days a week
- Experienced Instructors
- Training in Manual and Automatic for the same cost
- Training offered in a variety of languages including
- Student loans with minimal fees and no interest that can be paid back over 18 months
- Flexible Payment Plans
- Career and Resume Help
- Large Network of Partners that frequently hire new grads with little to no experience
- Established business
- Convenient Training Locations
- Referral Program
Our Team
Our instructors are seasoned professionals with more than 40 years of intensive commercial truck driving experience under their belts. They are all certified by the Alberta Government Transportation licensing department and come with an impressive Road Test pass score. Combine that with proficiency imparting both theoretical and practical instruction, and you’re sure to receive top-notch truck driver training services in Alberta.
Whether you want to become a long-haul trucker or just need skills to get started in local deliveries, Trukademy Transport Training can help you succeed. For years, we’ve been the province’s trusted source for a comprehensive variety of driving lessons. We’re proud to say that our training school has graduated thousands of drivers across Canada—and you could be the next one!
