BECOME A CLASS 1
PROFESSIONAL
TRUCK DRIVER
A Fully Funded
17-WEEK TRAINING PROGRAM
Get the training, support and hands-on experience
you need for a rewarding career in the transportation industry.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Industry-relevant training
Supportive learning environment
Real career opportunities
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This fully funded 17-week program is designed to teach students Class 1 Driver Training, including MELT, essential skills training and theory, and industry certificates such as WHMIS, OFA Level 1 and Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
The program is comprised of a blend of classroom, practical training, and work experience.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 19 years of age
- Eligible Clients; BCEA PWD Clients; BCEA Non-PWD Clients (WorkBC will verify eligibility)
- Minimum Grade 10, with Grade 12 or equivalent preferred
- A full-privilege BC driver’s license (Class 5)
- Commercial driving record with less than four penalty-point incidents in the past two years
- No driving-related criminal convictions within the past three years
- Must provide a copy of a current Driver’s Abstract
- Must be able to pass an ICBC medical, including vision test
- Practical driver training will be held at Taylor Pro College
APPLY THROUGH YOUR LOCAL WORKBC OFFICE
Contact your local Minister’s office to apply:
- Kelowna – Capri Center
- Rutland
- West Kelowna
- 778-738-0225
- 778-738-2909
- 778-741-0155
TAYLOR PRO COLLEGE
2654 Norris Road
Kelowna, BC V1X 7L9
250-765-7624
www.taylorprotraining.com
APPLICATION DEADLINE
OCTOBER 16, 2026
Funded in part by the Government of Canada through the Canada-British Columbia Workforce Tariff Response Agreement.
