The Professional Driver Certificate program consists of classroom learning and one-on-one behind the wheel training. Each student will also complete a supervised practicum with a driver coach. Successful completion of all components is necessary in order to meet the program requirements.
This program prepares the graduate to work as a professional truck driver. Graduates will have the competencies, skills, and experience necessary for success in entry-level, professional driver positions in the trucking and transportation industry. In addition to the Professional Driver Certificate from RDC, graduates will be eligible for a CTHRC certificate (Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council) and the Alberta Infrastructure and Transportation Professional Driver Endorsement on their Class 1 License.
Applicant must currently hold a valid Alberta Class 5 drivers license. Must produce license and authorize college to check status at time of application and throughout program; must be a minimum 18 years of age at time of application; must provide evidence that National Safety Code medical requirements for class 1 drivers license have been met at the time of enrollment; must present driver abstract at time of application showing: no more than five points; license has not been suspended within 12 months of course registration; no Criminal Code driving related convictions within 5 years of the application; have at least Alberta Grade 10 or equivalent; have met minimum essential skill requirements as determined by the Professional Driver Pre-employment TOWES; have sufficient English language proficiency to meet RDC admission requirements (TOEFL score of 550 on the paper test or 213 on the computer based test, or Level 5 of RDC ESL Certificate, or equivalent (LINC level 8/9) and Criminal Record Check.
Deadlines:
Application Deadline
Start Date
September 9, 2009
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
