Driver training
Teach an ICBC-approved course
Licensed driver training schools can have their Class 7 or 8 driver training course approved by ICBC. This course is designed for new drivers in our graduated licensing program (GLP) and provides many benefits.
Benefits of an ICBC-approved course
The course, which is based on our Mapping a Safe Course curriculum, aims to actively engage new drivers in learning in a fun, interactive way. It focuses on helping drivers develop a safe, responsible attitude behind the wheel.
Student drivers who take an approved course could receive:
Two grade 11 credits towards high school graduation, and a
Six-month reduction in their Novice (N) stage of graduated licensing.
Qualifying for a six-month reduction in the N Stage
To qualify, a student must complete the course within 365 days from start to finish while in the GLP learner stage, and have no violations or at-fault crashes during the first 18 months of their N stage.
Course details
Class 7 - Passenger vehicle training hours
Minimum classroom instruction — 16 hours
Minimum individual on-road instruction — 12 hours
Discretionary time — 4 hours
Total 32 hours
Class 8 - Motorcycle training hours
Minimum closed circuit instruction — 10 hours
Minimum classroom instruction — 13 hours
Minimum on-road instruction — 14 hours
Discretionary time — 2 hours
Total 39 hours
Topics taught include:
Avoiding risks like speeding and driving impaired
Driver psychology
Rules of the road
Vehicle performance, and
Vehicle-handling skills.
Submit your course for approval
If you are a licensed driving school interested in offering this excellent course to your students, learn how to submit your Class 7 or 8 driver training course for approval.