Driver and Operator Training
Driver Training Operator Training
The Keyano College School of Trades and Technology offers both individual and group driver training, as well as training programs for those looking to become haul truck operators.
Driver Training
Keyano College offers a wide variety of Driver Training courses that are designed to train and certify employees with current and accredited information. Driver Education is offered in the classroom, online and behind-the-wheel. We offer training for beginner, experienced, and senior driving students to ensure they have skills they need to succeed
Keyano College offers both individual and group Driver Training.
Get two thirds of your training dollars back! The Canada-Alberta Job Grant provides funding to Alberta business for employee training.
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| Air Brakes "Q" Endorsement (CEAIRQ 100) | ||||||||||||||||
| 12 hours, $395 + GST This course is for students who wish to receive the Alberta “Q” Air Brake Certification, which is mandatory for professional drivers of air brake vehicles. To successfully complete the course, students must attend in-class theory lessons and successfully complete written and practical examinations. PREREQUISITES: Valid Class 5 Canadian Driver’s License NOTE: Alberta Registry will only honor the “Q” endorsement on Alberta Registered licenses. MAINTAINING STATUS: Successful completion of course is required once.
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| Class 3 Driver Training | ||||||||||||||||
| 30 hours plus road test, $3,199 + GST This course is for students who seek to obtain an Alberta Class 3 driver’s license. During this course, students will learn safe driving procedures, pre-trip inspections, backing techniques, and practice their skills through classroom review, teaching exercises, observation and hands-on practice. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to participate in a road exam with Alberta Registry. Students are expected to purchase the Driver’s Exam permit from Alberta Registry. Keyano will arrange examination times with Alberta Registry as part of this course.
NOTE: Keyano’s Class 3 vehicles are equipped with manual and automatic transmissions.
MAINTAINING STATUS: Class 3 maintaining status requirements per Alberta Registry
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| Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) Class 1 Driver Training | ||||||||||||||||
| 113 hours, $9,630 + GST (see breakdown below) This course is for students who seek to obtain an Alberta Class 1 driver’s license and is mandatory for all professional drivers seeking their Class 1 driver’s license after March 19, 2019. Successful completion of this course is required prior to applying for a road exam with Alberta Registry.
The course has both classroom and practical components that will be delivered in three learning environments including classroom, in-yard and in-cab instruction. The importance of positive driving attitudes will be reinforced throughout all aspects of the course. Students will learn safe driving procedures, job duties and driving theory, as well as have the opportunity to practice their driving skills one-on-one with an instructor. Upon successfully completing the course, students can apply for a Class 1 road exam with Alberta Registry.
MAINTAINING STATUS: Class 1 maintaining status requirements per Alberta Registry.
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Operator Training
We offer training programs for those looking to become haul truck operators, or Heavy Equipment Operators.
Haul Truck Operator Heavy Equipment Operator
Haul Truck Operator
Our four-week Haul Truck Operator course provides you with the essential skills needed to safely operate a haul truck according to manufacturers' recommendations and industry standards.
The course is made up of theory, computer based training and practical simulations. By successfully completing the course, you will be prepared for entry level haul truck operator positions in the region.
Heavy Equipment Operator
We offer an 8-week Heavy Equipment Operator course is designed for students seeking entry level positions in the heavy equipment operator field. Students are provided with training required in the basic and safe operation of heavy equipment. Student’s complete computer-based training modules in combination with simulators for practical application; this enables students to safely train in a controlled environment and receive complete, consistent, and objective feedback on their performance.
In addition, there will be equal time for hands on in-field training on the equipment within the program. Students will have the opportunity to focus their skills on various pieces of equipment including wheeled loader, dozer, grader, excavator and articulating truck.